Sweeping Clean in 2018

As part of a combined capital replacement programme and service improvement initiative, the Environmental Team within the Coastal IFM operated by contractor OIG have invested in new road sweeping technology to serve the Mina Al Fahal industrial area and Ras Al Hamra housing area. The new machine was officially put to work at the start of 2018 following an official unveiling by Azzan Kindy, Corporate Real Estate Manager (UIB), on behalf of the joint IFM team, and will now provide an all year round service, regardless of temperatures.

In addition it will provide the operator a highly comfortable working environment and safety minded operation: The new machine satisfies the most recent European emission regulations with safety features including a reverse camera the cabin next to an acoustical warning. This is in addition to a highly efficient and innovative leading edge and filtration and vacuum system, 35% more efficient than a traditional road sweeping system.

OIG has won the PDO IFM interdivisional cricket tournament held on Friday 26 January.

MUSCAT: A motivated group of 30 graduates is currently undergoing induction training at OIG’s headquarters, The Al Rawahy Complex, in Wattayah under the support of the National Training Fund (NTF) and have guaranteed employment from OIG.

The trainees will be provided with intensive training both theoretical and practical hands-on by OIG’s dedicated training department. This will include man management and contract management skills which will also be enhanced by field training on one of OIG’s many contracts.

OIG’s CEO, said, “We support this programme to develop a local workforce. We are committed throughout the company to increasing In Country Value (ICV) by driving meaningful initiatives that achieve greater Omani employment, maximise the use of local goods and services and effective Domestic Direct Investment (DDI). OIG has been a longstanding contributor and supporter of these initiatives sponsored by our shareholders, board of directors and down through the company structure and is evidenced by the large number of Omanis already employed in our company the number of which has doubled over the last few years.”

OIG’s CEO, Sandeep Kumar, said, “We support this programme to develop a local workforce. We are committed throughout the company to increasing In Country Value (ICV) by driving meaningful initiatives that achieve greater Omani employment, maximise the use of local goods and services and effective Domestic Direct Investment (DDI). OIG has been a longstanding contributor and supporter of these initiatives sponsored by our shareholders, board of directors and down through the company structure and is evidenced by the large number of Omanis already employed in our company the number of which has doubled over the last few years.”

The trainees will spend five months on the training programme with a combination of office based training, learning the systems, human resource management and on-the –job training in the field shadowing other experienced staff ensuring that they have the required skills and knowledge to do the job in hand at the end of the programme.

OIG is Oman’s leading Total Facilities Management company with a track record spanning over 40 years providing a full range of both soft and hard services which include cleaning, maintenance (HVAC & MEP), landscaping, pest control, catering, waste management and product sales to government, corporate and private clients.

Muscat, Oman International Group celebrated its 49th Oman National Day. The event was held at the Sheraton Hotel on 17th November attended by company employees and their families.

On the occasion of National Day, Oman International Group arranged a programme to recognise the achievements of the Oman’s Renaissance. The celebration included a show by students depicting the various aspects of Omani culture and heritage. The event included entertainment competitions and gifts for staff. In addition there was traditional folklore including a number of national songs and folk dances.

Sheikh Abdul Rahim Al Rawahy, Executive Directors, presided over the event and he delivered a speech to congratulate His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said. He said: “I am honoured to share the joy of celebrating this glorious occasion and we are grateful to Allah for His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin Said’s continued presence in the Sultanate and his wise leadership and dynamism in guiding the country and the economy in particular. We also wish him continued good health. Celebrating National Day is a renewal of the covenant and loyalty to the builder of Oman’s Renaissance. In addition the celebration is something that gives us pride and joy.”

“I am delighted to celebrate this occasion,” said , CEO of the company. “This event will continue to be a firm fixture as we join the country in celebrating the 49th National Day. This is a glorious day in the history of this wonderful country, which is home for me and my family. This occasion is a reminder to us all of the great achievements of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said.”

In the context of the safety measures taken to prevent the spread of the Coruna virus (COVID-19), actions has been taken by OIG to combat the Covid-19.

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by a new virus. The main concern and objective of the company it to ensure that employees wellbeing. OIG have reduced office staff to a minimum and adopted remote working where possible. All employees are encouraged to wear face masks at all times and sanitize hands on a regular basis. Social distancing is adopted where possible and we have minimized the attendance of any staff at the office.

Companies and workplaces are among the places that can increase the speed of the spread of the new corona virus, because they are places where a large number of people including workers and employers meet. So in this term cooperating with our partners and providing services to our customers it is the important to inform all parties concerned about the possibility of interruption of services and to educate them about that, as well as making decisions to deal with the risks related to this matter such as avoiding direct meetings.