Saturday 24 / May / 2025
MUSCAT: The Security and Safety Services Corporation (SSC) has intensified its role in enforcing labour market regulations, with 12,319 labour law violators arrested and 7,615 deported across Oman in the first five months of this year, according to its CEO, Retired Brigadier Saeed bin Sulaiman Al Asmi.
Al Asmi said the crackdown is being conducted in close cooperation with the Ministry of Labour, aimed at upholding Oman’s labour laws, particularly those relating to Omanised professions. “These efforts are part of a broader national objective to regulate the labour market and ensure compliance with the laws of the Sultanate,” he said.
He added that SSC’s authority stems from its judicial policing powers and over 35 years of operational experience, which enable its inspection units to act decisively.
In 2024, SSC apprehended 23,566 labour law violators, with 18,053 deported as part of its enforcement drive.
Parallel to its enforcement efforts, SSC continues to make major strides in national employment. The corporation has become a model for effective public-private collaboration, providing specialised security and safety services while also contributing significantly to job creation for Omanis.
Al Asmi confirmed that the corporation has achieved 100 percent Omanisation, with a workforce exceeding 12,210 citizens from all governorates of the Sultanate. “This is a clear reflection of our unwavering commitment to empowering and qualifying Omani cadres according to the highest professional standards,” he said.
From the beginning of this year until May, 665 Omani citizens have been recruited by SSC. Looking ahead, the corporation plans to absorb approximately 2,000 more Omanis —both male and female — by May 2026.
He emphasised, “This success would not have been possible without the continued support of the state and the confidence placed in us by governmental and private institutions. It also reinforces our vision to be a national enabler in building a sustainable and stable work environment.”
Al Asmi said that SSC invests heavily in the training and field readiness of its staff. The corporation trains around 1,800 citizens annually to qualify them for positions in security, safety, and guarding.
“We are keen to ensure that all our personnel are trained both practically and in the field, which enhances their capabilities and preparedness for diverse tasks,” he explained.
Coastal monitoring
In addition to its labour enforcement and corporate security services, SSC also contributes to the protection of Oman’s natural resources.
In partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, the corporation monitors coastal zones to prevent illegal fishing activities.
“Using advanced tools such as drones and specially equipped surveillance vehicles, our teams work to safeguard fish stocks and marine life,” said Al Asmi.
“So far, more than 400 citizens have been trained in this domain through joint initiatives between our two entities.”
Looking ahead, SSC is planning to expand its services further by embracing innovation in security technology. “We aspire to broaden our expertise in industrial firefighting and occupational health services, with a focus on artificial intelligence in firefighting technologies,” said Al Asmi.
He added that the corporation is working on a strategy to establish regional branches across Oman by 2030, further enhancing its reach and readiness to meet the growing demands of both public and private clients.
Al Asmi reiterated SSC’s unique role as a national model for integrated safety and security services, powered by Omani talent. “We provide a safe and stable environment for institutions, and we do this with trained Omani cadres who perform their duties with a high degree of professionalism,” he said.
He described the corporation as a “supportive umbrella” for young Omanis in the private sector and a cornerstone of sustainable national development. “Our path forward remains rooted in service excellence, national employment, and our responsibility to uphold the law.” - (With ONA inputs)
