'Masar Hafeet' launched to train Omanis in the railway sector

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Hafeet Rail, the joint venture between Oman Rail, Etihad Rail and Mubadala Investment Company, has launched 'Masar Hafeet', a ...

Hafeet Rail, the joint venture between Oman Rail, Etihad Rail and Mubadala Investment Company, has launched 'Masar Hafeet', a national talent qualification programme designed to attract, train and prepare young Omanis for promising careers in the railway and infrastructure sectors.

The programme is delivered in partnership with Takatuf Petrofac Oman, with the support of the Ministry of Labour and the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology.

Masar Hafeet will prepare participants for seven specialised roles: Shunter, Train Captain, Train Controller, Railway Right-of-Way Controller, Permanent Way (P-Way) Technician, Rolling Stock Technician and Railway Systems Technician.

The programme follows a structured development pathway, beginning with a selection process involving assessments and interviews, followed by foundational and theoretical training delivered by Takatuf Petrofac Oman. Participants will then progress to practical, on-the-job training alongside experienced industry professionals, before completing the programme, obtaining their qualifications and joining the Hafeet Rail team.

Built around a strong foundation of learning, practical experience and professional development, Masar Hafeet will provide participants with internationally recognised qualifications. Beyond technical competencies, the programme places equal importance on building confidence, leadership capabilities and a strong safety culture, ensuring participants are well prepared to contribute to the railway industry.

The initiative brings together Hafeet Rail, Takatuf Petrofac Oman and government stakeholders a shared commitment to investing in national talent. It supports Oman Vision 2040 by developing a skilled Omani workforce for a new sector and opening sustainable opportunities for young Omanis to contribute to a project of national significance.

H.E. Eng. Khamis bin Mohammed Al Shamakhi, Undersecretary for Transport at the Ministry of Transport, Communications and…

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