Oman Oil and Gas Jobs: Oxy Oman Plans 360 Roles by 2028
Oman oil and gas jobs: Oxy Oman says its Ishaam programme will secure 360 more jobs for Omanis from 2026 to 2028 and signed 3 local supplier deals.
OmanIn brief
- Oxy Oman's Ishaam programme provided 89 jobs in 2024–2025 and aims to secure 360 more between 2026 and 2028.
- More than 1,100 practical training places have been written into the company's contracts.
- Oxy Oman signed three deals with Omani suppliers for wellhead equipment, variable frequency drives and flanges.
- About 450 people work at 17 Omani SMEs backed by its Tasharuk programme, with 70% Omanisation.
| Country | Oman |
|---|---|
| Organization | Occidental Oman (Oxy Oman) |
| Official source | ONA via Fana News – Oxy Oman signs 3 agreements to boost national companies in energy sector ✓ fananews.com |
Occidental Oman (Oxy Oman) says its Ishaam programme will secure 360 more jobs for Omani nationals between 2026 and 2028, on top of 89 jobs created in 2024 and 2025. The figures were shared at the company's 2026 local content event in Muscat on 9 November, where it also signed three new agreements with Omani suppliers. Omanis interested in the oil and gas sector can check Occidental's official careers site and watch for roles at the firm's contractors.
What is Oxy Oman offering?
Oxy Oman is one of the largest oil and gas producers in the Sultanate. Its Ishaam programme, started in 2024, is built to raise Omanisation and grow national talent across the company's supply chain.
| Programme result | Figure |
|---|---|
| Jobs provided (2024–2025) | 89 |
| Extra jobs secured (2026–2028) | 360 |
| People on specialist training | More than 200 |
| Practical training places in contracts | More than 1,100 |
| Omani SMEs supported (Tasharuk) | 17, employing about 450 staff |
| Omanisation in those SMEs | 70% |
What were the three new deals?
The agreements, signed under the patronage of Eng. Mohsin Hamad Al Hadhrami, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Energy and Minerals, give Omani firms work supplying:
- wellhead equipment and related services
- variable frequency drive (VFD) units
- flanges
More supply work for local companies usually means more jobs at those companies, from technicians to warehouse and sales staff.
How big is Oxy Oman's local spending?
At the close of Q2 2026, 41.5% of Oxy Oman's supply-chain spending went to local content, and 19% went to small and medium enterprises. The company has also helped award 57 contracts linked to local content, including supplier development and local manufacturing.
Which roles are likely to open?
Oxy Oman did not list the 360 positions. In oil and gas supply chains, Omanisation jobs often include:
- field operators and well services technicians
- mechanical, electrical and instrument technicians
- HSE (health, safety and environment) officers
- drivers, logistics and warehouse staff
- engineers and graduate trainees
These are typical roles in the sector, not a confirmed list.
How do I apply?
Search for Oman-based openings on Occidental's careers site. Because many Ishaam jobs sit with contractors, also follow the Omani companies that win Oxy Oman contracts and register with the Ministry of Labour's job platforms.
What it means for job seekers
- Training places (more than 1,100) can be a route into permanent work, so apply for them too.
- Technical diplomas and HSE certificates are valued by oil and gas contractors.
- Omani SMEs in the energy supply chain are hiring, with high Omanisation rates.
- Local content rules mean more contracts, and more jobs, are going to Omani firms.
For more on the sector, see our guide to 130 oil and gas job titles reserved for Omanis.
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Frequently asked questions
How many jobs is Oxy Oman offering Omanis?
The company says its Ishaam programme will secure 360 additional job opportunities for Omanis from 2026 to 2028, after 89 in 2024 and 2025.
What is the Ishaam programme?
It is Oxy Oman's Omanisation scheme, launched in 2024, that creates jobs and training for Omani nationals in its supply chain.
Can expats apply for these Oxy Oman jobs?
The Ishaam roles are aimed at Omani nationals; expats can still check Oxy's global careers site for other openings.
How do I apply for jobs at Oxy Oman?
Use Occidental's official careers website and filter for Oman, and watch for openings at Oxy Oman's contractors and suppliers.
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