Working In Qatar In 2012 Discussed In Short
There are a great many industries in Qatar that are currently hiring qualified individuals. If you're fluent in English and Arabic, and you work in certain industries, getting a job in Qatar in 2012 might be right up your alley. The region is always looking for new talent in the Oil and Gas industry. Airlines, Hotels, and the Banking sector are also receptive to new applicants and if you've got extensive experience as an electrical and mechanical engineer there will be no shortage of opportunities. Doctors and nurses are also highly sought after.
Finding a job in Qatar
If you are especially talented and recognized in your field, it may not be necessary for you to be fluent in Arabic initially, but candidates who have some grasp of the language and who are native English speakers, certainly do have a great advantage above all other applicants. Being familiar with the culture and local customs is also very helpful. Understanding business etiquette and schedules is also a must if you want to impress.
Qatar offers many advantages for those wishing to find employment. The primary advantage that Qatar has above many other countries is that there is no employment tax. International contracts, more often than not, come with huge payments, and the environment is relaxed and friendly towards western visitors. Visitors aren't required to give up alcohol and most Western attire is accepted.
Women are also now allowed to work in Qatar. Any women wishing to work in Qatar who are sponsored by husbands or fathers may register for work, once offered a position, at the women's section of the labor department.
Before being allowed to reside in Qatar you will be asked to submit to an x-ray and blood tests. This is routine and is usually done shortly after your arrival in Qatar.
If you agree to work for a company, you may have to be sponsored by someone in the organization. This is a complicated process and there have been many human rights violations involving sponsorships. To conduct business in the country, and to enter and leave, you will require your sponsor's permission. This can be inconvenient and costly. It is never wise to agree to be sponsored by a very small company or an individual. There are many unscrupulous individuals who can manipulate sponsorship to basically make you a slave.
Working in Qatar in 2012 can be an advantageous endeavor for anyone with a sense of adventure and determination. It looks great on any resume' and Qatar is a beautiful place to work. It's definitely an opportunity worth checking out.