DOLE Samar

20/05/2026

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 : 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄-𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐠.

01/05/2026

𝑫𝑶𝑳𝑬 𝑺𝒂𝒎𝒂𝒓 𝑪𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔 124𝒕𝒉 𝑳𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒓 𝑫𝒂𝒚: 𝑺𝒂𝒎𝒂-𝒔𝒂𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝑷𝒂𝒈𝒈𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒂 𝒂𝒕 𝑷𝒂𝒈𝒌𝒂𝒌𝒂𝒊𝒔𝒂

𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐎𝐆𝐀𝐍 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘, 𝐒𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐑
– The Department of Labor and Employment – Samar Field Office successfully celebrated the 124th Labor Day on May 1, 2026, at the Samar Convention Center, bringing together government officials, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and job seekers in a meaningful gathering that highlights employment, livelihood, and workers’ welfare.

The activity formally opened with welcome remarks from Engr. Aleksei Ceasar D. Abellar, Chief Labor and Employment Officer and Head of DOLE Samar, setting the tone for a meaningful and impactful celebration.

Delivering the message of support on behalf of Governor Sharee Ann Tan, Board Member Beethoven Bermejo emphasized the province’s strong commitment to advancing employment opportunities and sustaining livelihood programs that uplift every Samareño.

Meanwhile, representing Samar State University, Engr. Ma. Lourdes Amante, Vice President for Student Affairs and Services, delivered her message on behalf of University President Redentor Palencia, Ed. D. She highlighted Labor Day as a celebration of workers’ vital role in nation-building, emphasizing the importance of education in empowering them.

A major highlight of the event was the conduct of a Job Fair, offering a wide range of employment opportunities covering both local industries and overseas placements, providing job seekers greater access to potential employers and career pathways.

Also featured during the celebration was the awarding of checks under the Livelihood and TUPAD programs, extending financial assistance and short-term employment support to beneficiaries as part of the government’s continued efforts to uplift communities.

The program concluded with closing remarks from John Michael G. Cristobal, PESO Manager of the Public Employment Services Office – Samar Province, emphasizing the collaboration among agencies to sustain employment opportunities and inclusive public services for all.

DOLE Samar continues to strengthen its commitment to empowering workers, creating opportunities, and uplifting communities. This celebration of Labor Day stands as a testament to DOLE’s unwavering mission to bring government services closer to the people, ensuring that every Samareño has access to decent work and a brighter, more secure future.

01/05/2026

HAPPENING NOW | 124th LABOR DAY JOB FAIR IN SAMAR

DOLE Samar in collaboration with the Provincial Government of Samar conducts a Job Fair activity in celebration of the 2026 124th Labor Day with the theme “Disenteng Trabaho para sa Lahat: Iisang Hangarin, Bagong Pilipinas Sama-samang Mararating,” held at the Samar Convention Center, Catbalogan City, Samar.

The on-going Job Fair features a wide range of employment opportunities, offering both local and overseas job placements to job seekers across various industries.

27/03/2026

𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄-𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫-𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲’𝐬 𝐏𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝟐

𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐎𝐆𝐀𝐍 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘, 𝐒𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐑 – The Department of Labor and Employment – Samar Field Office (DOLE-SFO) conducted a High-Impact, High-Visibility (HIHV) Inspection at the Port of Catbalogan, Pier II on March 24, 2026, aimed at intensifying the enforcement of labor standards and occupational safety and health (OSH) regulations.

The joint inspection activity was carried out in coordination with the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) and the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) to assess compliance within the transport industry. The initiative was spearheaded by DOLE-SFO led by Chief Labor and Employment Officer Engr. Aleksei Ceasar Abellar, alongside Senior LEO Demmie Jose Uyvico and LEO III Karen Joan Libres.

The HIHV inspection aimed to strengthen compliance with labor standards, including the proper payment of minimum wages, overtime, holiday pay, and other monetary and statutory benefits for boat crew members and port personnel. To help prevent fatigue-related accidents or illnesses, the team also reviewed working hours and rest periods.

Simultaneously, personnel from the Philippine Coast Guard, namely, PO2 John Rey Gipit, PO3 April Andal, and ASN Red Palmiano, conducted inspections on the safety of passenger vessels, ensuring that maritime safety standards are strictly observed to protect both passengers and crew.

The HIHVI sought to safeguard the welfare of workers and passengers while strengthening public trust through visible and proactive inspection activities. Through this collaborative effort, DOLE and its partner agencies continue to reinforce compliance across the key public transport sector to promote decent work and passenger safety.

27/03/2026

𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫-𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚

𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐎𝐆𝐀𝐍 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘, 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫 – The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Samar Field Office, in coordination with the Land Transportation Office (LTO), Philippine National Police Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG), and the Catbalogan Law Enforcement Auxiliary Office, conducted a High Impact High Visibility Inspection (HIHVI) on March 26, 2026, at the Catbalogan Land Transport Terminal.

The inspection was carried out in anticipation of the Semana Santa travel surge, when passenger traffic is expected to increase as people return to their home provinces. The activity was aligned with the LTO’s “Oplan Biyaheng Ayos!: Semana Santa and Summer Vacation 2026.”

The inspection was led by DOLE-Samar Field Office Chief Labor and Employment Officer Engr. Aleksei Ceasar Abellar, together with Senior Labor and Employment Officer Demmie Jose Uyvico and Labor and Employment Officer III Karen Joan Libres.

Central to the inspection was the verification of bus operators’ compliance with approved compensation schemes, which are required during franchise renewal with the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB).

The team also assessed compliance with other labor standards, including the provision of statutory and monetary benefits. Working hours and rest periods were likewise reviewed to help mitigate fatigue-related risks, especially with the anticipated increase in trips during the Lenten season.

Meanwhile, partner agencies from the LTO, PNP-HPG, and the Catbalogan Law Enforcement Auxiliary Office inspected regulatory compliance, including valid permits and licenses. They also evaluated vehicle maintenance, road-worthiness, and overall safety conditions to ensure the protection of both passengers and transport workers.

The inter-agency inspection underscores the government’s continuing commitment to safeguarding workers’ welfare while ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient public transportation during peak travel periods.

17/03/2026

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃: 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐥

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), through its Legal Service, has relaunched its online legal query portal, providing a convenient platform for the public to submit labor-related legal inquiries.

Interested users may access the portal through: query.dole.gov.ph.

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃: 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐫𝐲

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), through its Legal Service, has relaunched its legal query portal at query.dole.gov.ph, aligned with the Marcos Jr. administration’s commitment to accessible, responsive, and efficient public service through digitalization.

𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘬 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘶𝘭𝘭 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘺.

17/03/2026

🚨 FREE BOSH for SO1 Training!

The Occupational Safety and Health Center – Regional Extension Unit VIII (OSHC REU 8) is offering a FREE Basic Occupational Safety and Health (BOSH) for Safety Officer 1 Training.

📅 When: March 19, 2026

Take this opportunity to strengthen your workplace safety knowledge and become a certified Safety Officer 1!

𝗠𝗔𝗨𝗣𝗔𝗬 𝗡𝗔 𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗔𝗪!!
OSHC REU 8 is offering a FREE BOSH for SO1 Training
📅 When: March 19, 2026
📝 𝐓𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫:
Scan the QR code shown in the image or click the link below:
March 19, 2026: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/t3i3Rh3nSsWbIFqq6QDL9w
BOSH for SO1 is intended for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with less than 50 employees.
This training consists of a 10-hour OSH orientation and a 2-hour Training of Trainers, designed to impart essential knowledge and skills on the basic concepts and principles of occupational safety and health. It aims to equip potential safety officers (SO1 certification) with the competence to effectively implement their respective company’s safety and health program.
Please be reminded of the following:
We will NOT accept…
❌ More than 2 registrants per company
❌ Registrants who do not meet the minimum technological requirements
❌ Potentially high-risk establishments (Refer to DO 252 s. 2025)
Participants are required to use:
✔️ A laptop or desktop with an internal/external we**am and microphone
✔️ Spreadsheet and presentation viewing/editing programs such as MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Numbers, Keynote, etc.
✔️ A stable internet connection (e.g., Fiber Wi-Fi). For mobile broadband users, a minimum LTE connection is recommended. For those with data limits (prepaid cellular/mobile data), an 8 GB data allowance/promo per day is recommended.
Please be advised on the Online Training Etiquette we observe:
📌 Wear decent attire for the whole-day we**am broadcast
📌 Be respectful when interacting with everyone
📌 Be on time
Please wait for the confirmation email to know if you are qualified for the FREE Online BOSH for SO1 Training.
Within 48 hours, check your email for confirmation indicating whether your registration has been approved or denied. If approved, the email will contain instructions on how to join the training and other reminders.
If denied, it will indicate any of the following reasons:
📌 Full slots
📌 Company requires 40-hour BOSH/COSH or MOSH (SO2 certification or higher)
📌 Responses did not meet minimum requirements
📌 More than 2 participants per company
📌 Unemployed registrant
📌 No means to verify that the company exists
For inquiries, contact us at:
📞 Tel. No.: (053) 839-1961
📱 Cell No.: 0975-180-8742
📧 Email: [email protected]
📍 Location: V. Mapa Street, Libertad, Tacloban City, Leyte 6500

28/01/2026

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 : 𝐓𝐔𝐏𝐀𝐃 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐭𝐨 𝟏,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐯𝐮𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐛𝐢𝐠𝐚, 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫

𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐁𝐈𝐆𝐀, 𝐒𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐑 – The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), through its Samar Field Office, successfully conducted a payout under the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD) Program on January 23, 2026, benefiting a total of 1,000 workers in the Municipality of Calbiga, Samar.

𝑃𝑙𝑒𝑎𝑠𝑒 𝑠𝑒𝑒 𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑘 𝑖𝑛 𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑠𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑓𝑢𝑙𝑙 𝑠𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑦.