• 2.000 new watch keeping deck and engine officers and crew on construction and diving support barges / vessels, floating drilling rigs. In addition to ballast operators.
  
• 800 additional personnel in connection with saturation diving.
  
• 1.000 new survey and inspection personnel.
  
• 1.200 additional ROV personnel.

Changing Job Markets

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Expected long term changes.

Advice on Working Offshore

• BOSIET: "Basic Offshore Safety Instruction and Emergency Training". Includes Safety, Fire Prevention and Firefighting, First Aid and Hypothermia, Helicopter Safety and Escape, and Survival at Sea. Also called "Offshore Survival Certificate" or "Offshore Survival Course". Valid for 4 years.
  
• FOET: "Further Offshore Emergency Training"
  
• HUET: "Helicopter Underwater Escape Training"

• I quote from an e-mail received: "every piece of paper helps. there are so many people out there looking for jobs. even the experienced guys will not get a look in if they are requiring a specific ticket and don't have ticket. the ticket will get you on the job... it's all an insurance thing."
  
  
• Get free booklet with advice on how to get an offshore oil rig job. If your e-mail is on Hotmail it can take one week or more before it's delivered to your inbox. Americans should get the free Offshore Guide instead, while Canadians have their own offshore work information. Or get hands on advice on how to get started offshore, this last one comes straight from "the horse's mouth", from somebody who's still there.
  
  The offshore oil and gas drilling jobs are different in almost all aspects compared with traditional cargo ship jobs. After you have read the above booklets, go to tips on getting job offshore. Once you have read those you are ready for offshore man Forum, look for the thread about "How to find an offshore job".
  
  
• Get offshore career and job descriptions [ mainly on floating offshore units, including jack-ups ] (   - 1.4 MB).

• For offshore work you must get an "offshore medical" certificate. Use search function to find an authorized doctor in any town. For the Dutch sector you need a Dutch authorised doctor, see NOGEPA doctors list. More information on the offshore medical in different countries.
  Americans should check the Medical Guidelines for Offshore Workers.
  
  For the North Sea there are three kinds of offshore medical certificates:
  - UK, covers UK only,
  - Norwegian, covers Norwegian and UK sectors,
  - Dutch, covers Dutch, Norwegian, and UK sectors
  All three different certificates are valid for two years. For more information about necessary certificates and training centres go to Offshore Training and Certificates.
  
  
• Get rules and application forms for UK work permit, look especially at: "For highly skilled workers, ..." and "For skilled workers". This is the only official UK work permit website.

Offshore Salary Examples

Offshore Employment Opportunities

• International Dynamic Positioning Operators Association ( IDPOA ) is an association for professional DPO's with an international forum and DPO job board / vacancy list for Cable Ships, AHT, Survey Vessels, etc.
  
  
• Oil spill response related employment opportunities onboard oil spill response vessels ( USA ) for Chief Engineers and ABs in many US coastal states. STCW documentation required. Click on "Apply" button at end of vacancy list - separate button for California. Fill the form and fax it back in response. Shore based responder / coordinator positions you apply for directly. This company accepts open applications for future consideration.
  
  
• The deep water projects in the Gulf of Mexico are still running full speed and new ones are started. The service base for the American deep water contractors is Lafourche at the southernmost point of Louisiana. If you have a suitable trade and some work experience ( "semi-skilled" ) but no experience from offshore contact this Hiring / Training Office. In March 2009 there where "domestic" ( US waters ) opportunities for Offshore Mechanics and Production Operators in the Gulf of Mexico.
  
  
• British-Swedish ship management company with over 90 vessels and offshore units (2007) employing crew ( including deck officers and engineers ) for VLCC, FPSO, Semi-Submersibles, Drilling Rigs, and the world's largest fleet of DSV's, and Pipe Laying Vessels. Enquire by e-mail: SDLOffshorevacancies"at"Stena.com (instead of "at" you type: @ ).
  
  
• Maritime Employment com, Houston ( Texas ) based internet recruiting agent for offshore supply and anchor handling vessels ( AHT ): Captains, Deck Officers and deck crews, Engineers and engine crews, including electricians - Gulf of Mexico and International. Occasionally employment on seismic survey and research vessels. Use job search function to find the position you want. English-Español.
  
  
• International crew management company with offices in Australia, Europe, and Singapore; handles FPSO and Research Vessels.
  
  
• Aberdeen based recruitment agency mainly for offshore employment with vacancies on PSV, DSV, AHTS, Pipelaying Vessels, and Tankers for Masters, Deck Officers, Engineers. In June 2009 the placement agency is seeking officers and crew with OPITO safety and survival certificates ( BOSIET, HUET ) for Standby Vessels in the North Sea. Non-EU seafarers may need a UK visa ( work permit ?) in order to join a ship in the UK.
  
  This agency accepts also open "speculative" job applications. To apply send your CV together with scanned copies of your relevant certificates. You can use either your own or Don Pedro's Application / CV form. Prepare your scanned certificates copies in JPG format before sending them.
  
  
• Singaporean recruiter specialized in petrochemical engineering / technical employment ( occasionally also marine crews, including Deck Officers ) in South East Asia and P.R. China with offices in Philippines, P.R. China, Singapore, and Thailand - alliance partner in Australia.
  
  Employment mainly in Vietnam, Singapore, P.R. China, and Thailand for Rig Managers; Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, and Subsea Engineers; Drillers and Toolpushers. Click on position title in job listings for details and how to apply.
  
  
• Dutch offshore recruiting agent with vacancies for Subsea Engineers, Drillers, Toolpushers (drilling personnel for North Sea and International ). Vacancies ( English ) - Vacatures ( Nederlands )
  
  
• Norwegian / Singaporean geotechnical / geophysical service company is continuously seeking Geotechnical Engineers with offshore experience. Inquire and/or apply by e-mail, address on company's contact page.
  
  
• UK recruitment agent occasionally hires on temporary contract Roustabouts and Roughnecks, for permanent jobs: Drillers, Assistant Drillers, and Crane Operators. This company accepts open job applications, see instructions at end of vacancy list.
  
  
• UK based recruiter ( Aberdeen ) with subsea and other technical employment: Offshore ( North Sea ), International, and HSE / QHSE Officers. Some listings include salaries paid, either UK £ (£) per year or per day.
  
  
• Aberdeen based employment agency recruiting world wide for offshore positions mostly in UK ( North Sea ), Gulf of Mexico, and Africa. Technical Engineering employment for professionals such as Electronics and Service / Maintenance Technicians, Project Engineers, Supervisors, QHSE managers ( Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment ), Hazardous Operations, and Process Safety Specialists. Some job listings include salaries offered. Click on small green arrow to go to next page in job listing. You can also use job search for specific positions and locations.
  
  
• UK based International marine recruitment agency with offshore vessel employment opportunities like: Chief Engineers for AHTS and Engineers on PSV. Use search function to find specific vacant positions.
  
  
• Worldwide employment offshore and on shore ( vacancies in Africa, Asia, Middle-East, and UK - North Sea ) for experienced marine, electrical, and mechanical engineers: welding inspectors ( CSWIP ), drilling, mechanical superintendents, electrical supervisors, instrument control, and quality managers. First you register your C.V. (= application) attached to the on-line application form. You can use either your own or Don Pedro's application-C.V. form.
  
  
• Marine and Drilling jobs worldwide like: Electrical / Electronics Officers, Senior and Junior Drilling Personnel, Offshore Rig Superintendents, Chief Officers AHTS, Crane Operators ( Sparrows stage 3 ), etc. This agency accepts speculative open applications. The company have offices in Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malta, UAE, and UK.
  
  
• World wide employment with UK based company for offshore sub sea construction, positioning, ROV and pipe laying services; Project and Construction Managers, Installation Engineers, Marine Technical Professionals, ROV pilots, Rigging Supervisors and Technicians. Vacancies listed separately for UK,  ( West ) Africa, Asia Pacific, Brazil, Gulf of Mexico, and Norway.
  
  
• Careers in the North Sea, Europe, and occasionally International, with subsea work and offshore diving. Employment such as: CSWIP Inspectors and IMCA Air Supervisors. Some salaries offered are given in list of vacancies, mostly UK £ (£) per day. You have to register before you get full employer's contact details.
  
  
• UK based recruitment agent with vacancies for Surveyors and Survey Engineers, Safety officer with NEBOSH certificate, Crane Operators, IMCA qualified Diving Supervisors, etc in Africa, Saudi, and other locations. Click on "Full details / Apply" for job description and to apply.
  
  
• International salvage and heavy lift company based in Holland with operations in Middle East, Russia, Angola, and South Africa is listing vacancies for Subsea Personnel ( diving )(Nederlands): Saturation Superintendents / Supervisors, Air Superintendents / Supervisors, Life Support Supervisors and Technicians, All Systems and Surface Supply Technicians, Air and Saturation Divers - all with proper International valid certificates. Click on job title for job description and to apply.
  
  This company accepts open applications, you can also get e-mail alerts on new vacancies suitable for you - see information on vacancies page.

• UK recruitment consultancy for offshore and subsea employment hires Diving and Survey personnel for worldwide opportunities ( mainly UK and Norwegian North Sea sectors ). Click on Position name for job description and to apply.
  Diving Personnel: Trainer and Support Engineers, Electrical and/or Mechanical Dive Technicians, Senior Saturation Technicians, Subsea Engineers, etc.
  Survey and Inspection: Survey Engineers, Geotechnical Engineers, Survey Party Chief, Subsea Engineers, Senior and Junior Surveyors, Online Surveyor, 3.4 U Inspection Engineer, etc.
  Marine: OOW, Technical Superintendents, DPO / OOW, AB / Crane Operator, Senior DPO, etc.
  
  
• US based International subsea Oil & Gas job listings like: Oil Rig Mechanics, Toolpushers, Drillers, Senior Drilling Engineers, Subsea Engineers, Rig Electricians, Hydraulics Supervisors, Rig Maintenance Supervisors, etc.
  Marine: Chief Officers ( DPO ), Second Officers, First Engineers, AB / Roustabout ( Barge ), Barge Engineers, Ballast Control Operators, etc.
  Click on position name for more information and to apply.
  
  
• UK subsea contractor recruits IMCA Air Supervisors, Dive Superintendents, Dive Technicians, Saturation Supervisors, CSWIP 3.1U Inspection Divers, etc. Click on "View" for further information. Vacancies mostly in Middle East.
  
  
• UK based onshore / offshore engineering consulting and recruiting agent is hiring for a newly opened diving division: Saturation and Air Superintendents and Supervisors, Saturation and Air Divers, Life Support Supervisors and Technicians, Assistant LST, Diver Medic Technicians, Dive Technicians ( Electrical / Mechanic ). To submit your CV for consideration use online form to which you attach your CV.
  
  
• Offshore services contractor with a fleet of over 60 vessels ( including OSV ), headquartered in Sharjah UAE with projects in Middle East, Australia ( Perth ), and West Africa - Nigeria ( Port Harcourt ). Recruiting Offshore FPSO Marine Support Engineer, Loading Master (both in Nigeria ), and Dive Supervisor ( Yemen, Middle East ).
  
  
• UK based subsea employment placement agency for Environmental Safety & Health ( HSE ) and Safety Advisors. Click on job position for details and how to apply.
  
  
• UK recruiter looking for oil rig and platform personnel with minimum 3 years rig work experience for South America: Marine, Engineering, Drilling, Subsea, Electronic Technicians, and Electricians. Rotation 28 days on / 28 days off. Must have valid offshore medical certificate. Salaries US industry standard. Applying instructions on webpage.
  
  
• Offshore jobs world-wide, mostly in Asia and Brazil for: oil and gas engineers such as Instrumentation, HSE, Petroleum, and Field Engineers, Rig Managers, Technicians, Petroleum ( reservoir ) Geologists and Geophysicists, Drilling Superintendents and Supervisors, Mud Loggers, FPSO and Barge Engineers, etc. You must register first before getting details on jobs listed.
  
  
• Online offshore technical staffing agency with vacancies for Reservoir Engineers, Sr Petrophysicists, Exploration Geologists, Geophysicists, Technical Superintendents, Subsea Engineers, and marine Engineers etc. for Malaysia, UAE, India, and Venezuela. Click on position name for more information and to apply.
  
  
• Egyptian drilling company with projects in the Mediterranean seeks Assistant Barge Engineers and Drilling Trainees. Scroll down to bottom of page and apply online.
  
  
• Indian recruiting agent with employment opportunities for Geophysicists; Petroleum, Reservoir, and Surface Engineers; HSE Managers / Engineers / Technicians; etc. Follow instructions for enquiries or applications at bottom of page.
  
  
• Occasional drilling vacancies, mostly UK ( North Sea ) and Middle East: Drilling Engineers and Co-Ordinators, Production Engineers, etc. You find application instructions on the same webpage.
  
  
• UK based internet seismic crewing and offshore engineering recruiter with employment opportunities in connection with offshore oil-gas exploration mainly in UK but also in the European Union, Azerbaijan, P.R. China, Russia, Middle East and Africa for Exploration Geologists and Reservoir Geophysicists, Petroleum Engineers, Onboard Seismic Data Processors, Well Engineers, Offshore Production Engineers, Marine Instrument Supervisors, etc.
  
  
• Marine Seismic Observers, Seismic Navigators / Navigation Processors, Seismic Technicians, and Seismic Dataprocessors with minimum 2 years experience. Preferably candidates resident in North America or Europe or with international working visas. Apply by e-mail, address on webpage.
  
  
• Worldwide marine survey related employment vacancies for experienced hydrographic surveyors with Netherlands based employer offering oceanographic and meteorological services for offshore and coastal engineering: offshore geophysical drilling, pipe and cable laying, platform positioning, and construction of sub sea structures. The company had 275 Offices (2007) in about 50 countries around the world, for instance in: UK, USA, P.R. China, Ghana, South Africa, Canada, Australia, Germany, etc. Must use on-line application form.
  
  Current vacancies list is divided into world regions / countries, choose the one you are interested in: Europe [ Netherlands,   UK,  Norway ], North America [ USA,   Canada ], Middle East & Asia [ United Arab Emirates,  Singapore ], and Africa [ South Africa ]. Click on job title for more info and to apply. Employment for: Senior and Junior Offshore Surveyors, Senior / Junior Geotechnical Advisers, Data Processors, Geotechnical Engineers, Electrical and Machinery Superintendents, Naval Architects, Geophysicists, ROV Pilots / Technicians - Engineers, Superintendents, and Supervisors; Petroleum Geochemists and Geologists, Petrophysicists, Electronics Technicians / Engineers, Marine Cartographers, etc.
  
  
• British oil and gas sector recruitment agent with vacancies in UK and Internationally [ UK, Libya, Singapore, and USA ] for Senior and Junior Pipeline Engineers, Naval Architects, Project Engineers, Subsea Design Engineers, QA / QC Inspectors, Welding Inspectors, etc. Almost all vacancies listed include salaries offered. Click on "More >>" in vacancy list for job description and to apply.
  
  
• Thai manpower agency hires Thai nationals for offshore oil rig work. Employment such as: Medics, Derrickmen, Assistant Electricians and Mechanics, Roughnecks, Roustabouts, Rig Cleaners, Welders, Fitters, Painters, Warehousemen, Storekeepers, Cooks ( Western and Thai ), Messmen, Laundry Men, Cabin Stewards, etc. It's recommended to apply personally in Bangkok office. Use Contact form for enquiries.
  
  
• Norwegian owned Singapore based drilling services company with 11 Jack-ups and two drillships gives two vacancy lists. Be careful when you apply - depending on whether you want on Jack-up or Drillship. Have vacancies for positions like: Subsea Engineers, Tour Pusher, Tool Pusher, Chief Engineers, Master, Chief Officer, Electricians, Chief Electrician, Mechanic / Motorman, Chief Mechanic, Crane Operators, Derrick men, Drillers, Assistant Drillers, etc.
  
  
• British surveying personnel agency with vacancies for survey personnel: Seismic ( Marine / Land ); Survey ( Hydrographic Surveyors, Survey Engineers, Geophysicists, Data Processors, Acoustic Engineers, etc. Job listings include salaries offered, UK £ (£) per day. Use contact form for enquiries. To your CV you attach scanned copies of your certificates, passport, and passport photo - e-mail address is on "Vacancies" page.
  
  
• Job board for American Mariners. Vacancies for Captains, Master / DPO, DP Mates, Senior and Junior DPO, Chief Engineers, First Engineers, Second Engineers, Third Engineers, Assistant Engineers, etc. mostly on drillships and DP vessels in GOM but also for instance in the Middle East, Venezuela and Singapore. Those jobs located outside of USA are in some cases open also for non-US citizens. Click on Job position name for more information and to apply. Listed vacancies are up-dated continuously.
  
  
• US - Mexico based jackup rig contractor operating in the Gulf of Mexico continuously hires experienced offshore drilling personnel. Head office in Houston ( Tx ) and shore base in Ciudad de Carmen, Mexico. This company accepts open applications by e-mail.
  
  
• Free job listings for oilfield employees. Many jobs are in US but International opportunities are included, like: Petroleum Engineers, Operations Superintendents, Electrical Engineers, etc. Except for USA also for instance in Canada, Singapore, and Qatar. You must register first to view complete job listings and to apply. Registration is free.
  
  
• Seismic service company in Dubai ( UAE ) hires now Mechanical and Navigational Supervisors, Captains, Chief Officers, Chief Engineers, Second Engineers, Electricians, Field Geophysicists, Mechanics, Navigators, and Seismic Observers. This company accepts open application for later consideration. Apply by e-mail.
  
  
• UK based recruiter with world wide vacancies for CSWIP certified inspection personnel including Divers, Data Processors, Survey Personnel ( with OLF certificate ), and Geophysicists.
  Marine Positions for: Chief Officers, DPO / 2^nd Officers, 2^nd Engineers, and Bosun on DSV Vessel. Some marine positions require UK passport. Use online application form.

• US owned, Cayman Islands registered offshore drilling contractor managing 90 mobile offshore drilling units (2007) in world wide operations [ 55 semi-submersibles, 28 deepwater drilling units ]. List of vacancies is divided into two: For US citizens / residents ( Gulf of Mexico ): Ballast Control operators, Chief Mates, Sr. DPO, and Subsea Supervisors. Non-USA citizens for International jobs.
  
  Employment for: Assistant Engineers, Assistant ( Trainee ) DPO, Chief Mates, Drillers, Electricians, Electronic Technicians, Subsea Engineers, Ballast Control Operators, etc. For International jobs use job search. Get this employer's requirements of your CV ( resume ). Send your application either by fax, regular mail, or e-mail.
  
  
• Employment in the Gulf of Mexico ( US waters ) for 100 - 1600 Ton Masters with / without towing endorsement, Licensed and Unlicensed Engineers, AB, OS, Deck Hands, and Cooks. Same company hires also crew for construction barges. Use Pre-Employment Form to apply.
  
  
• Deepwater personnel recruitment agency ( UK - Manchester ) with Marine positions for FPSO's, Drilling vessels and Support vessels ( AHT, DSV, PSV ) is hiring Masters, Chief Officers, Chief Engineers, Junior Deck and Engineering Officers, DPO, Drilling Engineers, FPSO Senior Officers / Staff, HSE personnel ( Operational and Corporate ), etc. for North Sea, Middle East, West Africa, and Australia - Australia requires work permit / visa. Some employers require use of their own application form. Follow instructions on vacancy page on how to apply.
  In December 2009 searching for 65 experienced offshore Drillers and 65 toolpushers.
  
  
• UK based worldwide offshore opportunities with pipelaying and offshore construction vessel owner - operator. Offices in Australia, Belgium, Holland, London, Portugal, Switzerland, and USA. The company hires:
  Marine crews: Senior Mate / DPO, Junior Marine Engineers, Deck Mechanics / Engineers, Electricians, Crane Operators, etc.
  Construction crews: Bewelling Machine Operators, Pipeline Welders, Survey Engineers, etc.
  ROV crews: ROV Pilot Technician / Mechanic and ROV Supervisors
  Click on position name for job description and how to apply, use either online application form or e-mail. You can enquire by e-mail: recruitment"at"allseas.com (instead of "at" you type @).
  
  
• World wide employment in the oil and gas business sector. Choose your area of expertise from the list, such as: Exploration-Production, Drilling, FPSO, Safety & Environment, etc. Click on job category to see vacancies, if interested click on "Apply" button. Use online application form.
  
  
• UK marine recruiting agent. At the top of the vacancy list you have three choices: "Job Type", "Ship Type" and "Contract type = Permanent". If anyone of these is different change it first, when it's OK click on GO. First week of February 2010 the vacancy list had open positions for Offshore Engineer Superintendents, Masters and Chief Officers, Second Engineers. Offshore jobs are in the vacancy list mixed together with Container ships, Ro-Ro, Tankers, Cruise ships and Superyachts. Click on Ref no to see job description and requirements and to apply ( you apply online only ).
  For information on DPO certificates go to Offshore Training and Certificates.
  
  
• Singapore based owner and operator of 12 semi-submersible accommodation / service rigs in the Gulf of Mexico, North Sea, Russia, and West Africa employs occasionally Chief Engineers and Electrical Engineers.
  Same company operates also 7 FPSO in West Africa, Brazil, Asia, and New Zealand. Employs for the vessels and/or office in Singapore Engineers, Mooring Specialists, Production and Maintenance Supervisors. Apply by e-mail.
  
  
• Oil and Gas jobs in Africa through specialised online recruitment agency. Jobs like Crane Mechanics, Rig Mechanics, Environmental Superintendents, Maintenance Technicians, etc. Follow instructions in connection with job description.
  
  
• Jobs for Engineers all over Europe ( Offshore ) / UK for Instrument Engineers, Control Room Operators, Drilling Supervisors, Offshore Installation Managers, HSE Managers, Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, etc. Some vacancies are dayrate contracts. Click on job title to enquire further or to apply.
  
  
• Malaysian FSO and FPSO operator, head office in Kuala Lumpur, vacancy list is in pdf format and includes instructions on how to apply: Marine and Engine Supervisors, Marine, Mechanical, and Maintenance Technicians, Control Room Operators, Medics, etc.
  
  
• Largest owner and operator of International offshore support vessels in Malaysia with a total of 44 vessels (2008) is expanding into FPSO operations. Click on position name in vacancy list for more information. In 2008 projects in South East Asia, Australia, and Africa. Enquire by e-mail. Malaysian citizens should look at local vacancies.
  
  
• International engineering recruiting company for the international oil and gas sectors based in Malaysia. Headquarters in Kuala Lumpur with offices in: Australia, P.R. China, Indonesia, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, and Thailand.
  
  Job listings include vacant job positions in Seismic & Sub-sea, Drilling, Project Engineering & Construction, Operation & Maintenance at South East Asian and Middle East oilfields for Reservoir, Production, and Petroleum Engineers, Petrophysicists, and Electrical Engineers.
  
  
• Offshore marine contractor and operator of production units of oil and gas with headquarters in Houston ( Tx ), USA, employs Marine Personnel: Captain, Master HP1, Chief Officer HP1, Chief Mate DPO, Second Mate Senior DPO, Third Mate Junior DPO, Mate DPO, Mate Junior DPO, Chief Engineer, Second Engineer, Third Engineer, Fourth Engineer, Assistant Engineer, Electronic Engineer, Electrician, Assistant Electrician, Assistant Engineer, Deck Mechanic, Rig Manager, ROV Supervisor. Use online application.
  
  
• Offshore construction and services company, headquartered in West Africa, with operations ( offshore / onshore ) in West Africa, Australia, Europe, SE Asia, and Middle East ( UAE ) hires continuously:
  Marine: Captains ( Master Mariners, SDPO-DP3 ), Superintendents ( pipe-lay and construction barges ), Chief Mates with DP3 experience, Chief Engineers-DP3, Second Engineers DP3, and ( Marine ) Electronic Engineers
  Engineering ( onshore /offshore ): [ Minimum 5 years previous experience ] Pipeline Engineers, Structural Engineers, Materials Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, etc.
  See application instructions at bottom of job opportunities page.
  
  
• Aberdeen based recruitment agency with UK and Overseas vacancies for Offshore Administrators, Survey Engineers, Rig Safety Officers, Pipeline Engineers, Mechanical Fitters / Technicians and Supervisors, Control Room Operators; Marine and Offshore vacancies for Diesel Mechanics, Rig Managers, Barge Masters, etc. Click on position title in job listings to get details like salary offered in UK £ (pound) per year or per hour. Apply by e-mail, to get email address, click on "Apply Now" in connection with each vacancy listed.

• UK recruiter with offshore employment for Pipefitters, Riggers, Platers, Electrical and Mechanical Technicians. Tick square at left for the job you want to apply for, click on "Apply" at the extreme right.
  
  
• Offshore job vacancies with Danish offshore support vessel owner, globally operating more than 50 vessels ( including cable-laying ). Officers and crew are recruited from Australia, Britain, Brazil, Canada, or Denmark. Go to contact list for address to nearest office.
  
  
• UK recruiting agent with vacancies mainly in the North Sea, occasionally also Gulf of Mexico and Singapore: Deck Officers / DPO Operators and Engineers ( occasionally Master's position available ) on Platform Supply, Stand-by Vessels, Seismic Survey Vessels, DSV and AHT - crew for stand-by vessels needed continuously; occasionally engineers for LNG tankers and offshore oil rig Crane Operator vacancies. Many vacant positions include starting salary offered. Click on "Enquire" for more details and to apply for a certain vacancy.
  
  
• UK based recruiter with worldwide employment for:
  Drilling: Drillers ( including Assistant Drillers ), Tool Pushers ( Tourpushers ), Electricians, Rig Mechanics, Subsea Engineers, and Barge Engineers / Barge Masters; Cyberbase Assistant Driller, Driller. and Toolpusher,
  Engineering: Junior and Senior Electricians and Rig Mechanics, Electronic Technicians, Hydraulic Mechanics, Trainee Subsea Engineers, Welders,
  Marine Personnel: DP Operators, 3^rd Officers, 2^nd and 3^rd Engineers on drillship, Safety Officers.
  
  Mostly in the North Sea but also in Australia, India, Venezuela, Middle East, Africa, Gulf of Mexico, and Sakhalin. Click on "View details" for more information and how to apply.
  
  
• Worldwide ( Mexico, West Africa, and Southeast Asia ) employment with and on offshore construction barges; Masters and deck officers ( with DP experience ), marine chief engineers, Naval Architects, drilling and offshore project managers. Use online application form.
  
  
• Fleet operator with over 400 offshore service vessels ( middle of 2010 ) (English - Français) employs over 6.900 experienced professionals and seamen onboard and ashore ( also Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment departments ). Except for the usual offshore supply vessel personnel also helicopter landing officers, offshore oil rig crane operators and riggers. All bridge officers are required to possess Dynamic Positioning certificates.
  
  Bourbon have employees of .more than 68 nationalities worldwide. Knowledge of French language is an asset but not necessary. Mainly operating in the North Sea, Africa, and Asia. Currently recruiting on average 3 new employees every day - over 1.000 new personnel every year until 2012. In March 2009 Bourbon CEO stated no economical "slowdown" will affect the company's investment plans. The fleet is expected to increase to 600 vessels by 2015.
  
  To apply you can use either on-line or printable form. Follow instructions on company webpage. This company accepts "spontaneous" / un-invited / open applications.
  
  
• Offshore Hover craft operator employs hover craft Pilots, HSC experienced and inexperienced Marine Engineers, Cabin Crew, and shore based Engineers to be based in Brazil and West Africa. Send brief C.V. by e-mail to address on vacancies page.
  
  
• The worlds largest offshore helicopter transport service provider, with 233 aircraft, mainly in the North sea (2006). Operates in Europe, Australia, Africa ( Nigeria ), Middle East / Central Asia, South East Asia, North & South America. Use job search to find a suitable position - no vacancy list. Employment opportunities for helicopter Pilots and Maintenance Technicians / Mechanics. Use contact form to apply and to get more information.
  
  
• Canadian Helicopter Operator with contracts in Offshore Oil-Gas as well as Search and Rescue operations ( SAR ) regularly employs pilots. Foreign equivalent ratings / certificates are considered if candidates have previous relevant experience. Applications with résumés attached can be sent either by fax or e-mail. See instructions on vacancy page.
  
  
• US based rotorcraft leasing company providing helicopter transport services to oil-gas installations in Gulf of Mexico from bases in south Texas, Louisiana, Alabama, and Florida ( see map ) employs rotorcraft Mechanics and Pilots. Minimum requirements for Pilots: 1250 hrs helicopter, 500 hrs helicopter PIC, and FAA Commercial Rotorcraft rating. To apply see employment page. Pilot salaries start at USD 52.450.
  
  
• UK based drilling platform managing and operating company recruits world wide, although mostly North Sea and Europe, occasionally also for Asian and Middle East projects ( Dubai, Iran, Malaysia ). Employment opportunities for Instrument Technicians, Barge Operators ( occasionally also assistant operators ), Helicopter Landing Officers, Communications Operators, Project and Electrical Engineers, etc. Click on "more details >>" in connection with each job listed for details and how to apply.
  
  
• Brazilian offshore supply service company with more than 25 supply vessels and crew boats (2008) - Português do Brasil. On contact page click on "Work with us" to send your résumé ( CV ).
  
  
• Offshore technical recruitment agency showing vacancy list with 577 open vacancies ( December 2009 ) like: Well Engineers, Site Project Managers, and Senior / Junior Electrical Engineers in Russia, Australia, and other International locations. Click on position name for more info and/or to apply. Urgent vacancy May 2010: Russian [ Pycckий ] speaking Pipeline HSE Design Specialist at Ashgabat in Turkmenistan. Job description and instructions to apply on agent's webpage.
  
  
• World wide jobs in the oil-gas sector - Geology and Geophysics - for: Petrophysicists, Geologists, Geophysicists, Geomechanical Engineers, Seismic Interpreters, and Petrophysicists. Projects in UK, South East Asia, Australia, Norway, Eastern Europe, Denmark, Middle East, Houston - USA, Germany, New Zealand, France, etc.
  
  
• Geophysical seismic survey company, headquartered in Oslo, Norway, with offices in 22 countries, and expected to expand their operations in 2007/2008 - especially in Brazil. Will need at least two seismic crews based onboard seismic survey vessel.
  Current online vacancies include openings for Maritime / Technical Superintendents, Seismic Supervisors, Marine Seismic Observers and Navigators, Mechanical Engineers, Cartographers, Seismic Observers, and computer literate Seismic Mechanics, Geophysicists, and HSE Advisors. A working knowledge of Português is an advantage. You can register your CV / resume and get vacancy notifications by e-mail.
  
  
• Global people sourcing and staffing agency / consultancy with over 80 offices in 26 countries - main office for Asia / Pacific in Singapore. When you get to agent's webpage click on "FIND" to get list of all vacancies. Vacancies, like: Piping Inspector, Technical Superintendents, Process Engineers ( Junior and Senior ), Subsea Engineers, Welding Inspectors, Maintenance Superintendents, Mechanical Engineers, QC Supervisors, HSE Engineers, Rigging & Scaffolding Superintendents, Supervisor / Master Mariner for FPSO in Angola, etc at different locations: Qatar, Singapore, Russian Federation, UAE, Nigeria, Cote d'Ivoire, Angola, Kazakhstan, Thailand, Korea, Romania, etc. Some Singaporean jobs for Singapore nationals only. Click on job title for job description and how to apply.
  
  
• Australian oil & gas upstream consulting and recruiting firm with projects in Armenia, Australia, Europe, Malaysia, Middle East, and South East Asia has oil rig employment opportunities for Drilling Engineers and Superintendents, Geologists, Geophysicists, Petrophysicists, Production Engineers and Technicians, Reservoir Engineers, etc. You can use your own application form.

• Employment opportunities for experienced personnel with installation of wind farm power cables and turbines: Rigging Superintendents, Rigger Foremen, Riggers, Bosuns, Winch Operators, Barge Masters; and
  for pipeline ploughing work in the North Sea: Trenching Supervisors, Lay and Trench Technicians, Electrical Equipment Technicians, Subsea Equipment Technicians / Operators ( Hydraulic / Mechanical / Electrical ), Mechanical Technicians, Shift Supervisors, Deck Foremen, Riggers / Rigging Foremen, Welders, and
  for offshore construction vessels required offshore Crane Operators, Crane Banksmen, and Chief Officers / Senior DPO. This year upcoming projects in China and Gulf of Mexico. Apply with CV by e-mail.
  
  At top of vacancy list you find current vacancies, further down "general" advertisements for soon to be available positions. If you want to register with your details for these upcoming opportunities you can send your CV by e-mail to a specific e-mail address. Follow instructions on vacancy page.
  
  
• European Wind Energy Association have an International job board for offshore wind farm project professionals. In Feb 2010 there were 165 open vacancies for Electronics Engineers, Construction Project Managers, Service Technicians, Design Engineers, Wind Farm Engineers, Maritime Construction Engineers ( male / female ), Chief Engineers, Health & Safety Consultants, Geotechnical Engineers, Electrical Service Engineers, etc.
  
  Most positions include salary offered. Click on position title for more info or click on "Apply for this job" in connection with brief job description.
  
  
• The largest US based worldwide offshore vessel operator with marine employment opportunities in North and South America ( including Brazil ), Africa, Asia, Australia, and Europe. Managing a total of 456 vessels (2007/2008). Both US and non-US citizens can apply. Follow application instructions on the website.
  
  
• British recruiting agency with seagoing vacancies for all ranks ( from Master to AB, Motorman, Cook, 2^nd Officer DPO ), mostly North Sea - on DSV, ERRV, PSV, and FPSO. Click on "Skip Intro" and go to "Vacancies". On-going recruitment for Drill Ship and Semi-submersible personnel: Engineers, DPO, Mates, Storemen, Radio Operators, Safety Officers, and Deck Foremen. The latest vacancies are at the bottom of the list.
  
  Most job listings include salaries paid in UK £ per year or per day. To this recruitment agency you can send an open application with certificate copies attached, see instructions at top of vacancy list. You can use either your own or Don Pedro's Application Form.
  
  
• Singapore based offshore support vessel owner / operator including AHTS, Platform Supply, Hydrographic & Seismic Survey, Maintenance, Dive, and ROV Support vessels. Offices in Australia, Azerbaijan, Brunei, Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, India, Malaysia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Qatar, Scotland, and UAE. Use on-line application form. Beginning of 2010 this company had 70 vessel operating.
  
  
• UK subsea contractor - head office in Aberdeen, branch offices in Abu Dhabi ( UAE ), Brazil, Canada, Houston ( Texas ), and Qatar ( Middle East ). Jobs for Sub Sea and Electrical Engineers, Hydraulic Technicians, and Crane Operators. Marine Positions for: Masters, Chief Officers, Senior and Junior DP Operators, Chief Engineers, 2^nd and 3^rd Engineers. Double click on position you are interested in for more detailed information on requirements and how to apply.
  
  
• UK recruiter with offshore vacancies. Most jobs listed include salaries offered in UK £ per day or per year. For details on each job and to apply click on job title. Vacancy lists for:
  - Oil Gas Drilling: Drillers and Assistant Drillers on Jack Ups, Semi-submersible Rigs, and Drillships in the North Sea, Middle East, Gulf of Mexico, and Australia.
  - Oil Gas Exploration. Vacancies like: Geophysicists ( junior and senior ), Exploration Geologists, Petrophysicists, Geologists, Reservoir Engineers, and HSE Personnel - UK and overseas.
  - Marine Operations: Vacancies for Barge Engineers and Assistant Barge Engineers on Jack Ups and Semi-submersibles in the North Sea and Australia.
  
  
• Denmark based recruitment agency has worldwide opportunities in connection with cable laying and windfarm projects for Surveyors, 2^nd / 3^rd Engineers, Plough Teams ( Supervisors, Operators, Technicians ), Crane Operators, Mechanics, Electricians, Cable Laying Ship crews ( Bosun - AB ), Barge Masters, Anchor Handlers, etc.
  
  
• Dutch offshore vessel owner / operator ( including diving support and stand-by vessels ), working mostly in the North Sea. Current vacancy list not available. Use e-mail address for enquiries.
  
  
• UK recruiting agent for offshore Marine and Drilling department personnel, Vacancy list contains both departments together. Some listings give salaries offered:
  Marine: Tankers ( Shuttle tankers, Coastal / Product ), AHT, AHTS, Platform Supply ( PSV ) / Standby and other offshore service vessels, with vacant positions for: Master, Chief Officers, DPO, Second Officers, Third Officers, Chief Engineer, 2^nd Engineer, Electrical / Hydraulic Engineer, Electricians, Bosun, AB, etc. - mostly in the North Sea - occasionally world wide.
  Drilling: Positions like: Toolpusher, Drilling Supervisors, Drillers / Assistant Drillers, Rig Superintendent, Chief Mechanics, Electrical Engineers, and Electronics Technicians in the Middle East and South East Asia [ mostly Jack-Up rigs ].
  
  To apply "Click for Details" in connection with each vacancy.
  
  
• Australian drilling contractor with offices in Gabon, Indonesia, Libya, New Zealand, Oman, Qatar, Thailand, and USA currently takes new employees such as Rig Managers, Tourpushers, Drillers ( including assistant Drillers ), Service Rig Operators, and Derrickhands. Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens or have Australian work visa.
  
  
• Danish Drilling Contractor employs globally, but mainly in North Europe, Singapore, Brazil, and Australia for oil rigs [ Jack-Up ]: , Drillers ( including assistant drillers / cyberbase experience ) , Maintenance Supervisors, Electricians, Electronic Technicians, Rig Mechanics, Tourpushers, Crane Operators, Roustabouts, Rig Managers, Subsea Engineers, Maritime Superintendent / Towmaster, Dynamic Positioning Superintendent, etc. You must be Australian citizen or have valid Australian work permit to work in Australia.
  for FPSOs: Subsea Engineers ( including assistants ), FPSO Superintendent, Control Room Operators, Mechanical Technicians, Instrument Technicians etc.
  
  Click on short job description for more information and to apply. You will get a page with full description of the position you have chosen. This requires JavaScript is enabled in your browser. In the top right corner you get a link to apply. This company accepts open applications.
  
  
• The Association of Dutch Suppliers in the oil and gas industry runs a list of offshore vacancies in the Dutch sector - North Sea - employment such as: Instrument and Electrical Engineers, Crane Operators, QHSE Officers, Safety Engineers, Surveyors ( experienced and trainee Surveyors }, Drillers, Radio Operators, Chief Officers, Chief Engineers, DP Operators, Deck Officers and Engineers, Welding Supervisors, Roustabouts, Roughnecks, etc. Some positions require knowledge of Dutch language - Nederlands.

• Singapore based Supply, AHT, and Seismic Survey Vessel owners-operators in the Asia Pacific and Middle East Regions - the great majority of crew from South East Asia. You can submit your resume by e-mail.
  
  
• Geophysical company with expertise in the acquisition of 3 & 4D seismic data have employment opportunities with oil exploration in Nigeria ( Africa ) for Geologists, Geophysicists, Topographical Surveyors, Mechanical and Electronic Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Health and Safety Officers. Local manpower ( labourers ) are employed directly through the office in Lagos. Expatriates send their CV as Word document by e-mail to US office.
  
  
• UK recruiting agent specialized primarily in ( DP ) Dynamic positioning personnel [ experienced Masters and Chief Officers, as well as Junior Deck Officers and Senior Engineers ] employs also Deck Crew [ Bosun and/or AB ] and Crane Operators. Use Contact page for enquiries.
  
  
• Indian recruiting agency with these kinds of vacancies: Marine Surveyors, 6G Welders, Divers and Diver Foremen, Barge Foremen, Tug Masters and Engineers, Rigger Foremen and Riggers, Seamen ( AB and Motormen ), Scaffolders, and Banksmen. Contact by e-mail or telephone.
  
  
• Offshore oil rig employment with Dutch recruiter, Europe and worldwide: Junior and Senior Barge Masters and Engineers, DPO Officers ( Senior and Junior ), Junior Marine Engineers (2^nd and 3^rd), Survey Engineers, Mechanics, Riggers / AB ( sailors, experience with winch handling ) and Rigger Foremen, Crane Operators, Cooks, Tow Masters, Occasionally vacancy for Offshore Construction Barge / Crane Vessel Radio Operators. Previous possession of Dutch endorsement is an advantage, this is generally available for most countries. Click on position name for more info and how to apply. Offices also in Czech Republic and Poland. Deutsch,  Nederlands
  
  
• Subsea construction and marine personnel recruitment agency based in Aberdeen ( UK ) with vacancies such as: Offshore Supervisors ( Ploughing ), Process and Pipeline personnel, Riggers, Rigger Foremen, Rigger / Welders, Plough Technicians, and Marine crew and DPO personnel. Click position name for more information. Application instructions are found on vacancy page - send your application / resume by regular mail or by e-mail.
  
  
• UK offshore recruiter with temporary jobs for experienced Platers-Welders-Riggers. Permanent employment for experienced Rig Mechanics ( Jack UP or MODU ), Roughnecks ( land rig experience accepted ), Drillers and Assistant Drillers. Experienced candidates are invited to send open application. See application instructions at bottom of page.
  
  
• British recruiting agency with a long list of offshore vacancies including: DPO - Masters, Engineers ( including Electrical Engineers ), Crane Operators ( minimum sparrows 2 certificate ), and Mates also on DSV and construction barges, deck and engine cadets for offshore vessels [ Far East - Asia ]. Some vacancy listings include salaries offered. Applicants of all nationalities can apply, except when otherwise specified. Apply by e-mail.
  
  
• Employment opportunities - mainly North Sea - on AHTS ( Anchor Handling Tug & Supply Vessel ): Masters and Driving Mates, also with DP ( Dynamic Positioning ) certificates - Officers and Deckhands / ABs ( with OPITO certification ) for PSV ( Platform Stand-by Vessels ).
  
  
• The 5^th largest ship management company in the world, based in Hong Kong handles also officers and crew on AHT / AHTS vessels, FPSO, and Seismic Survey Vessels. Available positions for: Masters, Chief Engineers, DPO, Engineering Officers, Hydraulic Engineers / Technicians and Chief Stewards, etc.
  
  Click on position name for more information and to apply. Use your own or Don Pedro's Application form. Strong connections to Europe, offices in Hong Kong, Philippines, Macau, Japan, UK, Isle of Man, Belgium, Croatia, Italy, Latvia, Germany, India, Canada, and USA. Offices' addresses on Contact page.
  
  
• International owner and operator of marine construction vessels - 24 DSV and 10 construction barges (2008) employs:
  Marine Personnel: Masters and Deck Officers ( including DPO, Senior and Junior ), Engineers, Bosun, AB, Motormen / Wipers / Oilers, Stewards, Galleyhands; and
  Technical personnel: PLOW TECHNICIANS AND SUPERVISORS; Electricians and Electronics / Instrument Technicians, Motormen / Wipers / Oilers, Welders, EHS Personnel, Barge Foremen and Mechanics, Crane Operators, Warehousemen ( store keepers onboard / on the oil rig ), etc. For more details go to "Contact Information".
  
  
• Vacancy listings for Dynamic Positioning Operators ( DPO ) on Cable Layer, DSV, DSV / ROV Support Vessels for Masters, Chief Officers, 2^nd and 3^rd Officers, OOW certificate holders, and Senior DP operators - occasionally also Chief Engineers with experience of DP systems. Apply by e-mail.

• Offshore employment opportunities for Engineers ( Process, Instrumentation, Control, Electrical, etc. ) and occasionally Mooring Masters - North Sea Dutch sector and International. Click on position name for job details and how to apply.
  
  
• Singaporean Drilling Contractor with projects in India and South East Asia employs:
  Drilling Department: Rig Superintendents, Tool Pushers, Drillers ( including assistants ), Subsea Engineers ( including trainees ), Crane Operators, etc.
  Marine Department: Captains, First Mates, Second Mates, and DP Operators.
  Technical Department: Chief Engineers, First Engineers, Second Engineers, Rig Electricians and Mechanics, Electro Technical Engineers, etc. Apply by e-mail ( Ethel Chan ).
  
  
• Norwegian offshore drilling contractor ( drilling and well services ) who in 2009 controlled 42 drilling units ( 10 under construction [ semi-submersibles, jack-ups, tender rigs, and deepwater drilling ships ]) and employing personnel of 25 nationalities.
  
  Possible and relevant positions for International applicants are Senior Drilling positions, Subsea Engineers, Senior Marine positions, and Senior Technical positions including specialists like DPO / Mates, Electricians, Instrument Technicians, Hydraulic Mechanics, and Crane Operators. Recruiting offices in Stavanger and Bergen ( Norway ), Aberdeen ( UK ), Houston ( Texas, US ), and Singapore. Only electronic applications are considered. Norsk Uoppfordret søknad.
  
  
• Seismic survey service company with 20 seismic survey vessels ( 2D and 3D, 4D ready ) operating Internationally. Employs Marine and Seismic personnel. Use job search for specific employment locations and/or categories, like: Data Interpretation / Analysis, Seismic Imaging, Engineering, Operations ( Land or Offshore Marine ), QHSES. ( Français ).
  
  
• UK recruiting agent employs Marine personnel:
  Deck Officers and ratings: Masters, Chief Officers ( DPO ), Second Officers, and Coxswains, AB;
  Engineer Officers: Chief Engineers, Second Engineers, and Third Engineers;
  on PSV, Standby Vessels, and AHTS.
  Most vacancies have salary indication - per month or day rate [ In Jan. 2010 C/O DPO on PSV was offered USD 400 / day and C/O on AHTS € 400 / day ]. Click on "More details" for job description / requirements. Use online form to apply.
  
  
• Singapore based recruiting agent with employment opportunities on offshore oilfields in Asia. Vacancy list is in English / Chinese . Many positions are filled by applicants from South East Asia. Get certification qualifications. Positions available: Crane Operators, Cooks, Electricians, Oilers, Machinists, and Mechanics. You must use their own application form, which is a Word document. This you return, when filled in, by e-mail to: personnel"at"pae.com.sg (instead of "at" you type: @ ).
  
  
• Holland based International recruitment and crewing agency with vacancies for Drilling Superintendents and Drillers; Mechanical, Electrical, Safety, and Quality Control Engineers; Marine Engineers with DP certification, Captains and 2^nd Officers ( with or without DP certificates ), etc. English - Nederlands.
  
  
• UK based provider of integrated maintenance services in the North Sea sector hires skilled and semi-skilled trades people, for vacancies like: Scaffolders, Rope access technicians, Fireproofers, Painters, Blasters, Insulators, Mechanical fitters, Electrical & HVAC technicians, Specialist cleaning operatives, etc. Click on job category, then in the new list you click on position name for more info and to apply.
  
  Alternately you can go to Immediate Vacancies. Send your application by e-mail to the person who's name is given in connection with the job you want.
  
  
• Japanese offshore drilling contractor employs also non-Japanese drilling professionals. Experience required with PC controlled drilling interface ( CyberBase ) - experience on dynamically positioned vessels / floating units is preferred. Positions available for Drilling Superintendents, Tool Pushers, Drillers ( including Assistant Drillers ), Derrick Men, Subsea Engineers, Chief Mechanics, Chief Electricians, Data Tech Engineers / Instrument Technicians, Crane Operators, and Store Keepers. Apply by e-mail to address given on company webpage.
  
  
• French construction services company with worldwide engineering operations and project management in the oil-gas sector is hiring ( Feb. 2010 ) mainly for Thailand, but also for Middle East, Caribbean, and France. ( Français ). ( Male / Female ) Positions like: Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrument Supervisors, Quality Controllers, Piping, Instrument, and Electrical Engineers, Offshore Structural Engineers, etc. Click on Position name for job description and to apply.
  
  
• The "recruiting arm" for possibly the biggest shipmanagement company in the world, based in Glasgow. Have vacancies in UK ( North Sea ), West Africa, Middle East, and Gulf of Mexico for Stewards, Cooks / Night Cooks; Scaffolders, Pipefitters, Riggers, Electrical, Instrument, and Mechanical Technicians, Fitters, Machinists, etc. Some vacancies include current salary. The vacancy list covers several pages, scroll down and below the row of icons you can click for the next page. Click on "View/Apply" for more information and to apply.
  
  
• US engineering company with offshore construction projects and diving services worldwide. The vacancy list gives the address where to send your resume / CV / application:
  
  • Marine Operations: Captains with AHT and 4 point mooring experience, Chief Engineers; Anchor Foremen, Derrick Crane Operators, Barge Foremen and Supervisors, etc
    
  • Diving Operations: Experienced Divers, Dive Supervisors and Superintendents, Saturation Technicians, Life Support Technicians, etc.
    
  • Other Operations: Experienced Pipe Welders, Chief Engineers, Lead Electricians, Lead mechanics, etc.
  
  
• New Zealand based recruiting agency for offshore drilling rig and marine personnel ( AHT, Supply, and Seismic Survey Vessels ). Employment opportunities mostly in New Zealand waters. Some offshore positions do not require previous offshore work experience. Register / apply online, scroll webpage down and choose department.