SMALL SHARE OF OVERALL WORKFORCE
According to MOM data, there were about 17,000 NTS work permit holders as of June this year. That makes up less than 2 per cent of Singapore’s total work permit population of about 1.18 million.
Companies typically turn to NTS hiring when they struggle to fill specific roles locally, particularly those involving shift work or physically demanding duties, Mr Wee said.
However, most employers still prioritise hiring locals and permanent residents, he added, with NTS serving as a supplementary workforce.
