Lewis Cheeseman

Solving Staffing & Visa Challenges Across the Middle East | Talent Mobility Made Simple

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

About

With over a decade of professional experience, I currently serve as Operations Director for the Power & Renewables division at NES Fircroft, leading operations across the Middle East. I am driven by a commitment to delivering innovative and compliant staffing solutions that align with the evolving demands of the energy sector. My work fosters strategic partnerships that empower clients to meet their ambitious goals, while promoting diverse perspectives and ensuring compliance with labor laws and global mobility standards. At NES Fircroft, I lead efforts to attract and mobilize top talent in the Power & Renewables sector, enabling successful project delivery for our clients. My expertise spans recruitment, employer of record (EOR), in-country compliance, nationalization strategy, visas, payroll, global mobility and project mobilization. By prioritizing operational excellence and fostering collaboration, I help organizations achieve workforce agility and business success.

Experience

  • NES Fircroft (United Arab Emirates)
    • Operations Director - Power & Renewables
      Jan 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 7 mos

      • Responsible for leading the Power and Renewables business in the Middle East, developing effective strategies to achieve company goals. • Managed budgets, forecasts, and financial performance, ensuring operational processes maximise efficiency and productivity. • Built strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive business growth. Locations: United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Iraq, Bahrain, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan

    • Director - Key Accounts
      Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 · 1 yr 1 mo

      • Developed strategic partnerships in the Middle East and Central Asia to deliver innovative and compliant recruitment solutions for clients across the region. • Led project mobilization efforts, ensuring quick talent attraction and mobilization for clients across the region. • Implemented compliance measures and labor law regulations to support nationalization and global mobility initiatives. Locations: United Arab Emirates, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan

  • Rullion (12 yrs 1 mo)
    • Operations Director
      Sep 2022 - Dec 2022 · 4 mos

    • Client Services Director
      Nov 2018 - Sep 2022 · 3 yrs 11 mos

    • Client Services Manager
      Dec 2016 - Oct 2018 · 1 yr 11 mos