Offshore workers on thier duty
The requirements that employers set to oil rig job applicants has more to do with the personality and character of a person, than his/her expertise, training, or experience he/she has. Oil rigs are continually looking for new hires as in this sector demand for labor force significantly exceeds the supply due to high salaries offered by this sector. In addition, offshore industry is characterized by high labor turnover that further increases the number of vacancies announced every month.
There is a common misunderstanding about oil rig job. Many people think that they are only about drilling and oil extraction, however oil rigs also require additional personnel: cooks, crane operators, mechanical and electrical technicians, doctors, engineers, etc.
There are several requirements that oil rig job applicants must satisfy:
Health Requirements – the main requirement is that applicant must be in a good health and physical condition. During hiring process you will be asked to provide appropriate confirmation that you are eligible applicant. Employers usually request full physical examination and X-ray before a hiring decision is made. Sometimes applicants are required to pass even drug test.
Age Requirements – the only requirement is that oil rig job applicants must be at least 18 years old. On average offshore staff is 27 years old.
Experience Requirements – experience is considered as an asset at any job in any sector of the economy. The same applies for offshore sector. The more experience you have, the better. But if you do not have any, you still have a chance to get in, since there are numerous entry-level oil rig job available. However you should know that the work is quite hard and you will have to work hard. If you work hard and honestly, you have good prospects to make quick advancements in your career.
Education Requirements – usually for entry-level jobs there are no educational requirements. Most employers are more concerned with your motivations and ability to learn things quickly. However there are jobs that require minimal education background, such as controller, engineer and etc. They require minimum of high school education. The logic here is the same than anywhere else: more elaborated your job is – more education you need to get hired and fulfill your duties successfully. Offshore employers frequently run training programs for their employees to develop their knowledge and expertise.
Dependability – what is for sure is that you become dependable. You need to be at the workplace in time. You may an expert, but you are not there in time that is the “best” way to get fired. So you need to be attentive and be aware of your timetable.
Ambition – oil rig job is interesting, exciting and adventurous. If you work hard and fulfill your duties accurately and in time, you have a good opportunity to develop successful offshore career.
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Dear sir/madam i am 25, i am hard working and i have 8 years experience in welding and machine operating such as forklifts and small crane as i worked in a steel yard for 2 years before moving on to another job which was welding and erecting steel framed garages,sheds and commercial units etc.This work in ireland now has sadly dried up and i am really interested in offshore work.i have no welding certificate as yet but i am hoping my experience can be of help on a rig.hope to hear from you soon.
Dear Sir/Mam
My name is Thomas Plows, I am 20 years of age and currently completing the last 4 months of my 4 year apprenticeship. I have always had a high level of interest for working in an oil rig but due to age its only until now ive had the chance to take into serious consideration. My current job role is a tool maker using a range of different machines including cnc. I have also been involved in programming machines and design. I have completed nvq levels 2 and 3 in manufacturing procesess and gained a distinction in both a mechanical engineering diploma and certificate. I then went on to study a HNC in mechanical enginnering which i have recently completed. Further from this i recieved the award “apprentice of the year”. I am physically and mentally hard working, confident and always looking for ways to improve my skills and knowledge. Any advice or oppurtunites related to the oil field would be highly appreciated.
Kind regards
Tom
I am looking for an entry level land and/or off shore oil rig job. I am a very hard, and dedicated worker who learns very quickly. I’m very desperately in need of work, and this job could benefit me very well.
Respected Sir,
I am a medical graduate from Pakistan and I have completed my FCPSII residency in surgery and I am interested to work as medical doctor in oil rig / oil sector. So would you please give me a chance to serve in this field.
With regards
Dr.Muhammad Akbar
Respected Sir,
I am working as a postgraduate in surgery and I am interested to work with oil rig as a medical doctor to manage emergency in the oil rig field.
Dr. Muhammad Akbar
Would you please tell me how can I apply in this field as medical doctor an how much salary I can get?
Dr.Muhammad Akbar
hello mss and mrs. i’m jorge nzang i believe putting an effort together we can gain on our effort too. i want to work in oil. plataform i’ve expirience and so much more as rousterboard and PAINTER so please if you want to contact me i’m from equatorial guinean and my number is 00240 222 202191, 222 585222
hello sir,
i hav just passed class 12th with commerce but without maths . i want to earn money in rig jobs. as i feel it is the career which can be best for a guy like me. so can you help me by telling how to apply and give me some guidance then it will be a great help.
Dear sir/Madam,
I am having 17 years experience in petrochemical,chemical industry.Basic qualification is B.Sc. in chemistry.I have done Advanced Diploma In Industrial safety.I am having 5 years experiance as a HSE-Executive at Summitomo chemicals and presently working with GLIS (inspection and certification co.)as a safety officer for ONGC for their MHNRD-II 4WPP project at Mumbai offshore.I would like to work in your organisation.So please guide me how can I apply for the post safety officer for offshore projects.
Thanks & Regards
Chandrakant M.Pawar
9673160525
To look after all safety aspects as per safety norms.To comply all safety regulations at site.
respected sir,
i have recently completed my mechanical engineering, i am looking for a job on oil rig,i wanted to know how can i enter into this field and what preparation i have to do as a fresher mechanical engineer and what knowledge i have to gathered for the job like software , drilling principles etc.
with regards
aamir mirza
I have persued my b’tech Electrical and have 1year experience in hardboard manufacturing company.I would also like to join some company which is related to oil industry.I would like to clarify on a few doubts that came across my mind.they are enlisted below.
1.what is the minimum qualification other than the present degree i possess
2.is there any training or courses to be attended inorder to join that
how long does it take to be one.
3.what wil be the minimum salary as well as the maximum salary i would earn a month
It would be realy greatful if you could answer to my questions and provide me with the sufficient details.
RESPECTED SIR
I’M AN ENTRYLEVEL CHEMICAL ENGINEER LOOKING FOR A JOB IN OIL RIGS.AS I KNOWING IMPORTANCEOF SAFETY AND HEALTH IN WORK ENVIRONMENT,I COMPLETED MANY COURSES IN SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT AS WELL:OSHA,IOSH, HAZOWPER,ADV FIRSTAID.I ALSO GOT TRAINING IN PETROCHEMIAL PLANTS.GOOD IN COMMUNICTION ,CAN NEARLY SPEAK FOUR LANGUAGES.SIR I WANTED TO KNOW HOW TO IN THIS FIELD
WITH REGARDS
DENNIS ABRAHAM BENJAMIN
Hi my name is Greg I am a 26 tear old qualified tool maker from South Africa . I have 3 years post trade test experience and prior fitting experience very versatile on many machines and see myself as a good problem solver I am fit and always willing to work . So if there are any vacancy s in this sector that would be suitable could u plz send me info on haw I would be able to apply . Thanks .
Hi
I have recently lost my job as a retail area manager and for the last year been working as a labour for a general builder for the last year. Prior to retail I was in the armed forces. I’m extremely fit and very reliable. The only issue is my age 40yrs old, will this be a problem seeking to gain employment in offshore rigging? I was going to complete my BOSIET and MIST course and medical UKOOA prior to apply for jobs… The worry is that it’s expensive to do if my age will go against me.
Thanks
Tony
I am Computer Science Engineer from India; I have been deeply involved in developing software applications in .net platform. I have completed a certification course in C and C++ in Guild of Information Technology Chennai. My Final Year University Project is about Enforcing Security Mechanism to find out Guilt Agents in an Organization. I am interested in joining a reputed organization where I can improve my caliber during my contribution in the further growth of company. I have no issues with relocation to any place, and I am flexible to work at any time without any conditions. I expect good mentors so that I can learn new things in a simple way.
i would love for some to help be to get entry level oil rig job please. i am hard work i am welling to work and do any job regardless of pay.
I am studying 1st year course of Diploma in marine and offshore technology in Ngee-Ann Polytechnic, Singapore. I would like to work on Oil when I e advise complete my Diploma course, around 20 years old.
Some one advise me how can I join to oil rig, I am myanmar nationality.
thanks.
I am mechcanical engg. 4th year student i want to know that how to enter in this field such like training & etc my contact no is 8948501518,8960587260 my dream is to job in rig field
I am a marine engineer. I want to join an oil rig. what are the courses I have to do prior joining.
I am a cnc supervisor & i work as a fitter. I am 33 year old. my dream is to job in rig field. Start as a roustabout. I’m a hard worker. Please guide me. I am compleled STCW95 basic cource for intry please tell me how can i inter for this job.My contact no. Is +917860701220
Thanks,
Good day
I was in the navy for 20 Years has a ship mechanic(Stoker) and I spend 17 years as a contractor for national defence in canada for the navy. I am 53 years old . Do you thing I am to old to apply for lease hand
Good day
I was in the Canadian navy for 20 Years has a ship mechanic(Stoker) and I spend 17 years as a contractor for national defence in canada for the navy. I am 53 years old . Do you thing I am to old to apply for lease hand
I am udaikumar an electronic engineer would like to work on oil rig for entry level job
dear sir/madam
hey hiee this is felix solanki…I am from mumbai india…..and i am 24 yrs and have passed my 10th in delhi board….i have worked with a BPO and also in retailing with sundev marketing as a promoter…as if now i m not working….and i m looking foward to make a carrier in OIl & Gas Industry (Rigs)
looking foward for ur reply…..thank you…
Email :solankifelix@yahoo.com
Mobile:+919833271333
+918097938674
Date of Birth: 23rd feb 1987
i am looking for roustabout job plz .My contact no. Is +923004998090
Dear sir/ma
Iam emmanuel 26yrs by age. I graduated from african maritime maritime academy. Nautical science department. I have my basic safety mandatory. From regional maritime university accra ghana. I can work as a safety officer. Also I strongly believe in team work. Am very strong n hard working
I am waiting for your reply
Good day
I was in the Canadian navy for 20 Years has a ship mechanic(Stoker) and I spend 17 years as a contractor for national defence in canada for the navy. I am 53 years old . Do you thing I am to old to apply for lease hand
Dear Sir/mam
i m pursuing B-TECH(mechanica engg.) and this is my final year of engineering.Is there is any chance to get the job in this sector without any experience?
hellosir
iam an pradeep electricalengineer iam intrested in working in oil rig iam intresrted in adventerous jobs. how ican join in oil rig jobs.can you please advice me to get oil rig jobs iam intrested inworking inany part of world.kindly give me reply
Email: pradeepgn3@gmail.com
hi sir how are u this is dada kokare i am working in shiping industry and i wanted to do job oil rig industry so pls advice me how to apply for job.
i am looking for restaboat job pls my contact no is 9867739673
I have completed my b.tech in electrical & electronics engineering presently ‘m working in ASRY bahrain.I would like to work in oil rigs.
please help me to fulfill my ambition.
thanking you,
sajintster@gmail.com
i want to work in the oil and gas industry , mainly off shore. contact me at 2816500673 if you can help me.
sir iam looking for ongc rig jobs iam is fitter date of barth 1980-05-16 00919912777054 00971551607639
I am looking for an entry level land and/or off shore oil rig job. I am a very hard, and dedicated worker who learns very quickly. I’m looking for advice on training courses before getting work.
dear
sir/mam
i am a be graduate in electrical & electronics engg. i am a fresher. i am planning to do job in oil platforms. i have completed stcw95 and huet course’s. any one have vacancy pls inform me
dear sir,
I m a b.tech 4th year student in electrical stream and i want to choose rig as a carrier option…but i don’t have much knowledge of getting in so please help and guide me about how i enters in this discipline…
sir i m waiting for ur reply…please help me.
Dear sir/madam,i am 26yr i am hard working and i have 5yr exp. In shipping industry as a chief cook. I would like to work in your organisation.So please guide me how can i apply for the post chef/cook for rigs.
Thanks & regars
Shailendra Singh Bisht
9997484490
Dear sir/madam, I have persued my b.tech final year(final semester)Electrical & Electronics. I would like to join some company which is related to oil industry. Sir I wanted to know how to in this feild.
With regards
dayal singh
9997484490
am a nigerian, a secodary school graduate as a science student, am realy interest in the offshore jobs. I am 20 years old and very fast in technical learning, am physicaly fit to work and strong real fit for offshore.
Dear sir/mam
I have completed my diploma from S.C.T.E&V.T in the year 2007 and B.Tech in ELECTRONICS & TELECOMMUNICATION ENGINEERING in the year 2011 and secured a good percentage throughout the carrier.I want to join offshore/onshore oilfields as an electronics engineer.so plz help me .
09437980633
Dear sir,
This is Raju Electrical engineer from india,and i am working in steel plant from last 2 years. I am looking to join in oil & gas industry.
Thanking you.
Regards,
K.V.N.Raju,
09730141242
I am 31 yrs old, I’m in the army at the moment, I have about 8 months left and am seeking other employment. I been in the army for 10 yrs and I’m ready to try something new, I was told there was good money and great career opportunities. I can follow directions and I’m always 15 minutes early to where ever i need to be, in there right uniform with the tools need to complete the mission assigned to me. I am looking for a position in physical security, but will do whatever job that is available. If there is a position that I can fill please contact me via E-mail or cell # 254-466-9098
I am Tariq Siraj and i am looking for an entry level land and/or off shore oil rig job. I am a very hard, and dedicated worker who learns very quickly. I’m very desperately in need of work, and this job could benefit me very well. i have done STCW95 from mumbai.
so plz grant me sutable entry level job on oil rig like roustabout or foreman…. thank you
Dear sir
My name is leonard iam 32 i have done all my basic course, am i
Elegible for an entry level job
Sir,
I have 18 yrs experience is Fire and safety with IAF, I am now now 44 yrs,healthy and active. I have 2 yrs experience in Logistics as Supply Chain Manager.
My ambition is to work in Rig as HLO/heli deck crew member.
Pl suggest with course and vacancies !
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