Middle East Contracting Jobs
Learn What To Ask Before Taking The Big Leap
Middle East Contracting Jobs are available throughout the region and often very lucrative. Positions are available from food services, engineering, construction and more. Many people are taking advantage of these opportunities to make three and four times their normal salary.
These jobs are available for all skill sets and dependent on the scope of work and location of assignment. From construction in UAE and Saudi Arabia to high tech IT positions in Afghanistan and Iraq.
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The contracts vary depending on assignment and one can apply for a short term project of several months or potentially work on a long term contract renewing annually.
Jobs working in a danger zone such as Afghanistan often pay more because of the hazardous nature of the assignment. In addition to base bay and overtime, certain allowances are also paid such as hazard duty pay and bonuses. These workers who often work in austere environments may live in tents or trailers.
Some of these same allowances may or may not be paid if working in a non-hostile area such as Bahrain, UAE, Kuwait, etc. and is dependent on the contract. However, this difference in salary can be offset by the improved living conditions as housing and leased vehicles are often provided for.
However, before you take that big step make sure that you are informed. Know what questions to ask and have a good understanding before you make a life changing transition. Being prepared can mean the difference of thousands of dollars.
For starters, some of the things you need to know are:
- Base salary
- Overtime availability
- Bonus (if any)
- Additional allowances
- Paid trips home
- Hours working per week
- Living and working conditions
- Medical care
- Dining and exchange privileges
These are just a few. Take a look at these pages and let us know what specific questions you may have.
Know what questions to ask and have a good understanding before you make a life changing transition.
