Here are some of the most common and active job sectors in the UAE job market:
- Aviation & Tourism: Emirates and related businesses are hiring for roles such as pilots, cabin crew, engineers, and ground staff.
- Construction and Infrastructure: This sector consistently hires roles like civil engineers, project managers, electricians, and heavy equipment operators.
- Logistics & Transport: This sector has a robust hiring outlook (+64%), with growth in trade and supply chains.
- Oil, Gas, and Renewable Energy: High-demand sector (+62%), with growth in renewable energy, oil, gas, and sustainability.
- Consumer Goods & Services: This sector is expanding (+60%), especially in retail and hospitality.
- Finance & Real Estate: ADGM & DIFC are seeing 42% growth. Banking, investment, and property are all in high demand.
- Healthcare & Life Sciences: Hiring is increasing (+42%) in hospitals, pharma, and biotech.
- Technology & Digital: AI, cybersecurity, fintech, e-commerce, and data-related roles are in high demand.