You might’ve probably heard about ‘Manpower company’ a few multiple times, but often struck surprised to what it actually means. People often confuse whether we are just a mediator between the candidate and employer, or if we are the actual ‘employer’.

Let's dive deep in!

First things first, why do we even exist?

Businesses often outsource HR functions to specialized manpower and labour supply companies due to:

1. Technical expertise in workforce management

2. Cost-effectiveness

3. Operational flexibility

4. Addressing labor shortages

5. Simplifying complex human resource processes

UAE Labor Market Characteristics

The UAE's labor market is uniquely diverse, characterized by:

- A significant expatriate workforce from countries like India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and the Philippines

- Varied industries including construction, retail, healthcare, and hospitality

- Varied industries including construction, retail, healthcare, and hospitality

- Complex workforce management needs

Here are some key aspects:

The UAE's labor market is diverse, with a significant number of expatriates from countries like India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, the Philippines, and many other nations contributing to industries such as construction, retail, healthcare, and hospitality etc. There are endless number of trades, for example, in construction industry alone, there could be Civil and MEP workers, Welders, Landscapers, Scaffolders and so much more! The demand for manpower often depends on economic conditions, infrastructure projects, and business growth.

Companies might need temporary labor for short-term projects or permanent employees for long-term roles. Manpower supply services are capable of catering to both needs.

A mismatch between labor supply and demand can lead to labor shortages (where there are more jobs than available workers) or surpluses (where there are more workers than available jobs)

But who, and how are we regulated?

That’s where MOHRE comes in! The UAE has specific labor laws and regulations that govern employment, including work permits, visa requirements, labor rights and working conditions.

According to (source: www.mohre.gov.ae), This Ministry of Human Resource and Emiratization is responsible for fulfilling the following key duties: proposing federal laws that regulate labor and labor affairs and supervise their implementation; managing the job market; proposing labor policies well-suited to the UAE; and organizing labor relationships, and in fulfilling its duties the Ministry seeks to establish stability in the market, increase productivity, and create jobs.

In recent years, the country has introduced several initiatives to improve working conditions, such as providing health insurance and regulating working hours

MOHRE has also introduced Nationalization Policies (Emiratization): The UAE government has been pushing for policies like Emiratization, which aims to increase the participation of UAE nationals in the workforce, especially in the private sector. These initiatives encourage companies to hire more Emiratis through incentives and quotas.

In summary, Manpower supply is a fundamental concept in economics and human resource management, reflecting the availability of workers in the market and their ability to meet the needs of employers.

Overall, manpower in the UAE is diverse, with a strong reliance on expatriates and an increasing focus on integrating UAE nationals into the workforce across various sectors.

Protection against discrimination and harassment:

Construction workers in the UAE are protected against all forms of discrimination and harassment in the workplace. This includes discrimination based on gender, nationality, religion, and age. If a worker experiences discrimination or harassment, they have the right to file a complaint with the UAE Labor Ministry.