HE Saeed Al Tayer visits DEWA stand at 2026 edition of Ru’ya Careers UAE fair

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), visited DEWA’s stand at Ru’ya Careers UAE 2026, where he reviewed the initiatives and programmes showcased by DEWA to attract and empower Emirati talent and equip them with the skills to succeed in future and evolving roles. He was also briefed on the career and professional development opportunities available to national talent.

“We are inspired by the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to invest in people and empower national talent to contribute effectively to comprehensive and sustainable development. We believe that Emiratisation represents a sustainable investment in national talent—empowering them to assume active and leadership roles—as well as a strategic investment in human capital and a driving force for shaping the future. Accordingly, DEWA has established an integrated system to attract, develop, and retain Emiratis, equipping them with the skills needed for the future by providing a work environment that enables employees to realise their potential, pursue continuous learning and acquire new skills and expertise. DEWA’s participation in Ru’ya forms part of our ongoing efforts to attract and develop Emirati talent while providing a motivating workplace that encourages learning, growth and innovation, and strengthens their readiness for the rapidly evolving labour market,” said Al Tayer.

“We place great priority on attracting, developing and empowering Emirati talent. We provide career and development pathways that help national employees enhance their capabilities and prepare for future workforce requirements. We also seek to advance talent attraction and assessment mechanisms that improve efficiency and transparency, helping us identify the right talent and develop their skills in line with DEWA’s strategy and future directions”, added Al Tayer.

Dr Yousef Al Akraf, Executive Vice President of Business Support and Human Resources at DEWA, said: “DEWA’s participation in Ru’ya Careers UAE 2026 underscores the importance of developing future-ready skills, fostering continuous learning and promoting innovation, as well as leveraging advanced technologies and digital transformation to enhance the readiness of national talent for the future workplace. This approach aligns with DEWA’s commitment to empowering UAE youths to explore future career opportunities and understand the skills and expertise needed to succeed in the job market.”

During its participation in the career fair, DEWA highlighted its efforts to attract, empower and develop Emirati talent, equipping them to adapt to rapid changes in the labour market and meet the evolving demands of the future workplace. It also showcased its supportive and engaging work environment, along with the professional and career development opportunities it provides to nurture national talent and build capabilities in future-focused fields.

Additionally, DEWA highlighted the role of its Assessment and Development Centre in supporting HR processes through assessment methodologies that promote the fair and transparent selection of Emirati talent while ensuring that candidates’ skills are aligned with suitable roles and career pathways.