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Training and Qualification Programs for Jobseekers in Transport & Logistics


Date Published: 01 January 2025

Oman Logistics Center

1. Logistics Sector Skills Unit (LSSU)

  • Developed by Oman Logistics Association to create an industry-driven skills development system, including:
    • Labour market analysis and national occupational standards.
    • Qualification frameworks and assessment schemes.
    • Aligning education and training with industry demands.

2. Mwasalat Training Institute

  • Established in 2019 to bridge skills gaps in the transport sector by offering:
    • Technical training (vehicle maintenance, preventive driving, forklift, heavy vehicles).
    • Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) certifications and professional competency training.

3. Government Partnership Initiatives

  • Launch of training-linked-to-employment programs, including:
    • Training ~210 Omanis in practical programs tied directly to hiring.
    • Training 52 Omanis for tractor-trailer driving roles in logistics.
  • NEP workshops and collaborations developing competency frameworks and a specialized training center for youth engagement in logistics.

4. Implementation in 2025

  • 124 Omanis enrolled in work-placement training programs in maritime roles.
  • 333 Omanis employed in road infrastructure project firms.
  • Enforced a mandatory 20% Omanization in supervisory delivery roles.
  • Ongoing coordination with the Ministry of Labour for training and licensing reforms.
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