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Every occupation SHIFT Observatory tracks, grouped by sector. Click any role for its AI automation risk score, salary range, and Nitaqat status in Saudi Arabia.
EXPLORE 237 OCCUPATIONS
Popular:Construction Workers·Accountants & Auditors·Registered Nurses·Data Entry Keyers·Call Center Agent·Heavy Truck Drivers·Teachers (Preschool/Primary)
Construction Workers
عمال بناء
Moderate
2,250,000 workers→
Cleaner/Janitor
عامل نظافة
Low
880,000 workers→
Retail Salespersons
بائعو التجزئة
High
450,000 workers→
Heavy Truck Drivers
سائقو شاحنات ثقيلة
High
410,000 workers→
Waiter/Waitress
نادل/نادلة
Moderate
410,000 workers→
Delivery Driver
سائق توصيل
Moderate
385,000 workers→
Maintenance Technicians
فنيّو صيانة
Low
265,000 workers→
Electricians
كهربائيون
Moderate
245,000 workers→
Teachers (Preschool/Primary)
معلمو المراحل الأولى
Low
244,652 workers→
Registered Nurses
ممرضون مسجلون
Low
243,336 workers→
Plumbers & Pipefitters
سباكون وعمال الأنابيب
Moderate
225,000 workers→
Sales Representatives
مندوبو مبيعات
High
195,000 workers→
Accommodation & Food Service
Administrative & Support Services
- Data Entry Keyers94.9
- Payroll Clerks87.7
- Administrative Assistants85.2
- Call Center Agent85
- Receptionists80.3
- Travel Agents76.7
- Executive Secretary75
- Recruitment Specialist62
- Office Manager52
- Training Specialist42
- Training & Development Manager38
- HR Specialists34.8
- Operations Manager34
- Event Planner32
- Government Relations Officer28
- Security Guard28
- Landscaping Workers26.8
- General Manager22
- Cleaner/Janitor18
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
Construction
- Document Controller80
- Estimation Engineer65
- Surveying Engineer / Land Surveyor55
- Quantity Surveyor52
- BIM Manager50
- MEP Engineer45
- Structural Engineer40
- Geotechnical Engineer40
- Surveyor (Land)36
- Site Manager / Construction Manager35
- Architect32
- Health & Safety Officer30.5
- Crane Technician30
- Plumbers & Pipefitters29
- Electricians29
- Project Manager (Construction)28.5
- Construction Workers26.8
- Civil/Mechanical Engineers24.4
- HVAC Technician22
- Crane Operator20.5
- Electrical Technician20
- Scaffolder15
- Concrete Specialist15
- Steel Fixer / Rebar Worker10
Education
Electricity, Gas, Steam & AC
Financial & Insurance Activities
- Tax Preparers93.1
- Accountants & Auditors88.2
- Insurance Underwriters83.2
- Claims Adjusters81
- Financial Examiners78
- Bank Tellers72.8
- Insurance Agent70
- Credit Analyst68.5
- Internal Auditor66.8
- Treasury Analyst65
- Investment Analyst65
- Islamic Banking Officer55
- Risk Manager (Finance)55
- Actuaries54.6
- Financial Analysts53.5
- IPO Specialist50
- Wealth Manager / Private Banker45
- Bank Branch Manager42.5
- Risk Manager40.5
- Investment Banker40.2
Human Health & Social Work
- Medical Coder82.5
- Medical Equipment Technician55
- Home Health Aide55
- Clinical Research Coordinator55
- Medical Imaging Specialist50
- Physiotherapist45
- Infection Control Specialist45
- Hospital Administrator40
- Respiratory Therapist40
- Clinical Research Associate38.5
- Radiologist/Radiologic Technologist38
- Medical Laboratory Technician35.5
- Audiologist35
- Podiatrist35
- Clinical Psychologist35
- Pharmacists20.9
- Surgeons & Physicians15.1
- AI-Assisted Healthcare Specialist15
- Registered Nurses13.6
- Dentists13.4
- Social Workers11.8
Information & Communication (ICT)
- Proofreaders91.4
- Content Writer/Copywriter72
- SEO Specialist70
- Computer Programmers67.5
- Content Creator / Influencer Manager65
- SEO/SEM Specialist60
- E-commerce Manager60
- Digital Marketing Manager60
- Social Media Manager58
- Web Developers56.4
- IT Support Specialist55.2
- Video Editor / Videographer55
- Motion Graphics Designer55
- UI/UX Designer55
- UX/UI Designer52.1
- ERP/SAP Consultant50.2
- Database Administrator49.8
- Software Developer48.5
- Systems Analyst48
- Data Scientist44.2
- Video Producer/Editor42
- Cloud Engineer40.5
- Network Engineer38
- Data Annotation & AI Training Specialist35
- RPA Developer22
- AI Product Manager20
- Machine Learning Engineer18
- Cloud Solutions Architect16
- AI Prompt Engineer15
- Cybersecurity Analyst14
Manufacturing
Mining & Quarrying (incl. Oil & Gas)
Other Service Activities
Professional, Scientific & Technical
- Technical Writers93.2
- Legal Secretaries91.5
- Paralegals & Legal Assistants82.9
- Translators73.5
- Market Research Analysts67.9
- Marketing Specialists65.1
- Audit Associate (Big 4)65
- IT Business Analyst60
- Tax Advisor60
- Contract Manager60
- Risk & Compliance Consultant55
- IP Lawyer55
- Graphic Designers51.5
- Management Consultant50
- Change Management Consultant50
- Immigration Lawyer50
- Real Estate Lawyer50
- In-house Counsel50
- Lawyers46.7
- Public Relations Specialist45
- Strategy Consultant45
- Business Development Manager38
- Corporate Lawyer36
- Photographer32
- Environmental Specialist28
- Digital Transformation Consultant25
- Legal Advisor (Sharia)22
- AI Ethics & Governance Specialist12
Public Administration & Defense
Real Estate Activities
Transportation & Storage
- Logistics Clerks84.5
- Customs Clearance Agent70
- Postal Service Clerks68.2
- Customs Broker65
- Airline Revenue Manager65
- Procurement Officer60
- Freight Forwarder58
- Last-Mile Delivery Manager55
- Ground Operations Agent55
- Heavy Truck Drivers54.9
- Fleet Manager50
- Port Operations Manager45
- Supply Chain Manager42
- Warehouse Manager40
- Cold Chain Specialist40
- Delivery Driver35
- Aircraft Mechanic / AME35
- Aviation Safety Inspector30
- Pilot (Commercial)18
- Autonomous Vehicle Technician18
- Flight Attendant15
Wholesale & Retail Trade
Frequently Asked Questions
Can foreigners get jobs in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. 216 of the 237 occupations SHIFT Observatory tracks are open to expatriates under Nitaqat sector quotas — you need a job offer, work visa, and iqama. 21 occupations are reserved exclusively for Saudi nationals under HRSD regulations.
Which jobs in Saudi Arabia pay the most for expats?
Among occupations open to expats, the highest-paying are Offshore Installation Manager (up to 55,000 SAR/month), Pilot (Commercial) (up to 55,000 SAR/month), IPO Specialist (up to 45,000 SAR/month).
Which Saudi Arabia jobs have the lowest AI automation risk?
The lowest AI-risk occupations open to expats are Imam/Religious Leader (5/100), Steel Fixer / Rebar Worker (10/100), Social Workers (11.8/100) — roles requiring physical presence or interpersonal judgment score lowest.