Chapter #2

Six Sigma Constructions W.L.L: Passionate to Help Local Economy through Recruiting Local Workforce

Adel Ali Yassin Alzyoud

Abstract: The case study is about a major construction company operating in Bahrain. The case underlines a successful business entity and their struggle in recruiting and retaining local workforce. The case sheds light on one of the major issues faced by oil rich GCC economies whilst offering details on the plausible reasons causing the issue. The case presents the issue with an insight on what could be the possible reasons behind locals not staying in the construction sector jobs. The case ends with an undecided note to encourage readers to critically analyze the situation and underline objective reasons behind the issue and suggest action plan for effective solution of the issue for the business.

Keywords: Staffing Skills.