Groom
ุณุงุฆุณ ุญููุงูุงุช
Compliance Risk Score
80/100- Verified against GASTAT/Official source
- Updated for 2026 classification
- Complete hierarchy structure
- GOSI registration status verified
- Regulatory compliance requirements detailed
๐ Description
SSCO 516401: Groom. Requires Lower secondary education in Personal skills and development. Iqama, Nitaqat, and skill classification for Saudi Arabia 2026.
๐ Job Summary
Provide complete care to animals, conduct exercises according to trainers’ directives, feed and hydrate the animals according to schedules, mix the foodstuffs, medicines and nutritional supplements according to the instructions, observe the animals to detect diseases, provide the treatment and carry out maintenance and cleaning work in animalsโ housings.
๐ Education Requirements
Level: Lower secondary education
Field: Personal skills and development
๐ ๏ธ Key Skills
Team Work
๐ Classification Hierarchy
Major group: Service and sales workers
Minor group: Other Personal Services Workers
Unit: Pet groomers and animal care workers
Related Codes
When to use this code
This code is specified on the worker's Iqama and work permit
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Classified as Basic
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FAQ
What is SSCO code 516401?
SSCO code 516401 refers to the occupation 'Groom' in the Saudi Standard Classification of Occupations, based on ISCO-08. It is used for work permits, visa applications, and labor market statistics.
What education is required for Groom?
Education requirements vary. Check the detailed occupation profile for SSCO 516401 to see the recommended education level and field of study.
Data source: General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) โ SSIC/SSCO 2026 Edition.
This data is cross-checked with Qiwa, HRSD, and ZATCA portals to ensure accuracy for business compliance.