Indian Workers In Middle East: The United Arab Emirates remains the largest hub, with around 3.4 million Indian migrant workers, followed by Saudi Arabia at 2.6 million, Kuwait at 1 million, Qatar at 750,000, and Oman at 700,000, a new report said.
Huntr, the migrant workforce management platform, revealed robust hiring of Indian blue-collar workers across the Middle East. The report further sheds light on the evolving landscape, including age demographics of the workforce, job sector preferences, emerging trends, average salary ranges, and the most popular destinations.
According to the report, the Indian blue-collar workforce migrating to the Middle East presents a diverse age demographic.
Young adults ranging from 18-30 years old comprise approximately 50%-60% of the workforce, willing to take labour-intensive job roles like construction labour, factory work, warehousing, and domestic help. This segment is closely followed by middle-aged workers from 31-45 years old, representing 30-40% of the migrant workforce, and are generally preferred for skilled work requiring experience.
Construction Industry Dominates Trend
The construction industry continues to be a dominant employer of Indian blue-collar workers in the Middle East, with high demand for roles such as labourers, masons, carpenters, and electricians. This demand is driven by ongoing infrastructure projects and mega-developments in the UAE, Saudi Arabia’s NEOM and Red Sea Project, and Qatar’s FIFA World Cup infrastructure build-out.
The healthcare, hospitality, and tourism industries have consistently employed Indian blue-collar workers in varied roles, such as housekeeping, cleaning, maintenance, and support staff.
Average Salary In Middle East Countries
The report also dives into the average salaries for these blue-collar roles (excluding benefits). Construction labourers earn between $200-$500 per month, domestic helpers take home $300-$1000 per month, security guards earn $400-$1000 per month, skilled construction workers make $400-$800 per month, and warehouse workers/loaders receive $300-$500 per month.
Samuel Joy, CEO, Huntr, said, “The findings of our report underscore the vital role Indian blue-collar workers play in the economic growth and development of the Middle East. By understanding the evolving landscape of job opportunities, skill requirements, and worker demographics, we can better connect Indian workers with the right jobs and ensure they have access to fair working conditions and benefits. This not only benefits the workers themselves but also strengthens the overall employment ecosystem in the region.”
The report further delves into ongoing trends and projects some future employment trends, too.
The pandemic has driven demand for cleaners, maintenance workers, and other non-medical support staff in healthcare facilities. The e-commerce boom has created more renewed demand for warehouse workers, delivery drivers, and logistics coordinator positions.
A growing emphasis on sustainability is also expected to generate new roles in construction and manufacturing focused on energy efficiency and waste management. The hospitality sector is evolving, with demand for wellness services, specialised cuisine, and improved customer experiences.
Domestic work is shifting to part-time or hourly arrangements. Improvements are being made in working conditions, accommodation, healthcare access, and benefits like end-of-service gratuity.
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