NTS Workers for Manufacturing in Singapore
Singapore manufacturers facing manpower shortages can hire Work Permit holders from approved NTS source countries for a defined set of production and metalworking occupations. Here are the approved manufacturing occupations and the key requirements your firm must meet.
Approved NTS Occupations
- Assemblers
- Machine Operators
- Metal Moulders and Coremakers
- Quality Checkers & Testers
- Riggers & Cable Splicers
- Sheet Metal Workers
- Structural Metal Preparers & Erectors
- Welders & Flame Cutters
Key Employer Requirements
Dependency Ratio Ceiling
Your firm must meet the prevailing sector Dependency Ratio Ceiling and quota requirements for Work Permit holders before hiring under the NTS framework.
Minimum Salary
NTS workers must be paid at least the prevailing minimum salary requirement set by the Ministry of Manpower for the occupation.
Approved Occupations Only
Only the manufacturing occupations listed on the NTS Occupation List may be hired under this framework. Other roles are not covered.
Employer Eligibility
Your company must be registered and operating in Singapore in a qualifying manufacturing activity, with the applicable licences in place.
Approved Source Countries
Candidates must be sourced from approved NTS source countries for the occupation you are hiring for.
Work Permit Process
Standard Work Permit application requirements apply, including medical examination, insurance, and the applicable security bond.
Sector eligibility, Dependency Ratio Ceiling and salary requirements are set by the Ministry of Manpower and may be updated. Please contact us for an assessment of your manpower requirement.