omanization program

Omanization is the vision of Sultan Qaboos bin Said, who since 1970, has successfully led the country through a period of economic expansion has made national education a priority and is intent on generating job opportunities for Oman's young high school and college graduates.

Oxy Oman is committed to achieving the highest qualitative Omanization targets in accordance with the aspirations of the Government of Oman by attracting and retaining a highly qualified Omani workforce.

To fill technical positions, Oxy recruits employees from all of Oman with priority given to qualified applicants from towns near its areas of operations. Oxy Oman offers a job training program aimed at preparing these young recruits for jobs in oil and gas operations. Through a partnership with the host government, Oxy Oman also is helping to fund college scholarships for underprivileged students.

By hiring the majority of the workforce locally, Oxy Oman helps to ensure that residents in the area benefit from the jobs, compensation and technical expertise that oil and gas production provides. Oxy, in turn, benefits from local experience and talent.

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