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Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Jack Up Offshore Crew and Job Description


Jackup Mobile drilling rig (MODU) used in offshore drilling. Jackup rigs stand on the ocean floor with their hull and drilling equipment elevated above the water on connected leg supports. Jackup rigs are generally preferred over other rig types in water depths of 400 feet or less, primarily because jackup rigs provide a more stable drilling platform with above water blowout prevention equipment.

Jackup offshore Crews work 12 hours shifts and ussually change at 6:00 AM/PM, individuals with no onboard releif are on call 24 hours per day but ussually only work 12 hours per day. 

Following Jackup Full crews positions and job responsibilites. 

1. Offshore Installation Manage (OIM) 
OIM in charge of all activities and legally responsible for the rig. 

2. Senior/Day Tool Pusher 
Position in charge of drilling activities and directing personnel that support the hole making activities on the 

rig.

3. Night Tool Pusher
Similar duties to day tool pusher but works at night and ussually subordidnate to the Day toolpusher.

4. Driller, 4 on/off
In charge of the drill floor, drill crews, well progress and reports to the Tool Pushers.

5. Assistan Drillers, 4 on/off
Assist Driller, in charge of drill floor when driller is not present, assists driller in his duties. 

6. Derrickman, 4 on/off
In charge on trips in and out the well racks pipe in the derrick at the monkey board level and also assists 

with mud solids equipment and monitoring mud condition. 

7. Floorman, 16 on/off
In charge supervised by the driller and works primarily on the drill floor, substructure and with drilling 

tools. 

8. Crane Operator, 4 on/off
In charge of operates the rig's cranes and supervises the roustabout crews. 

9. Roustabout, 8 on/off
In charge of performs manual labor such as painting, unlloading boats, carrying supplies to store rooms 

and other manual labor under the direction of the Crane operators.

10. Mechanic, 4 on/off
In charge of all rig mechanical equipment but particularly engines. 

11. Assistant Mechanic, 2 on/off
In charge of splits tours between two hitches on mechanics. Aids in mechanic's work and is in training. 

12. Motermen, 4 on/off
In charge primary duty is to monitor and attend the engine room. reportes to the mechanic. 

13. Electrician/Electronics Technician, 4 on/off
In charge of all rig electrical and electronic equipment and their maintenance. 

14. Asisstant Electrician, 2 on/off
In charge of splits tours between two hitches of electricians. aids in electrician work and is in training, 

reports to lead electrician. 

15. Welder, on/off 2, 
In charge of welds plate and peipe as necessary for drilling contractor and operator. 

16. Materialsmen, on/off 4
In charge handles materials, data entry for maintenance, purchasing, inventory, etc. 

17. Communications, on/off 2.
In charge of communications. 

18. Barge Engineer, on/off 2
In charge of the marine equipment and its oepration, in charge during rig moves and jacking. generally the 

maintenance crews and specialist report to the barg engineer. 

19. Catering/Camp Boss, on/off 2
In charge of hotel function on rig such as food, laundry, etc. 

20. Cooks, on/off 4.
In charge of preparing food for crews. 

21. Galley Hands, on/off 20
In charge of helps with food, cleans rooms, laundry etc. under the camp boss. 

Total for basic complement 98 crews.

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Offshore Oil Rig Hierarchy.


Offshore Drilling Contractor has developed comprehensive management system, the most senior person on the Drilling Rigs is Offshroe Installation Manager (OIM) who is by the law, the master or captain of the vessel. The OIM is person who responsible for all departements, including:
  • 1. Maintennance
  • 2. Marine
  • 3. Drilling 
  • 4. Rig Administration

1. Maintenance
The Maintenance section is responsible for the maintenance and repairing of the machinery and drilling equipment on board. The section also overlooks all electrical operations on board and assists with installations of third party equipment.
Maintenance Crews:
  • Chief Mechanic
  • Chief Electrician
  • Mechanic
  • Electrician
  • Assistance Mechanic
  • Assistance Electricrian
  • 2nd Engineer (Drilling Ship)
  • 3rd Engineer (Drilling Ship)
  • Motorman
  • Welder
  • Chief Painter
  • Painter

2. Marine
The Marine section handles rig moves and operates the Dynamic Positioning system. It is also responsible for crane, anchor, ballast and deck operations as well as all control room activities, fabric maintenance and helicopter landings and takeoffs.
Marine Crews:
  • Barge Master (expat included)
  • Assistant Barge Master
  • Deck Supervisor/Deck Pusher
  • Crane Operator
  • Assistan Crane Operator
  • Lead Roustabout
  • Roustabout
  • 2nd Officer (Drilling Ship)
  • 3rd Officer (Drilling Ship)
  • AB Seaman (Drilling Ship)

3. Drilling
The Drilling section is responsible for all work related to the drilling operations itself; running and cementing of casings, tripping operations and controlling the actual drilling operation by using cyber equipment.
Drilling Crews: 
  • Geologist
  • Directional Driller
  • Drilling Superintedent
  • Rig Manager
  • Senior Tool Pusher/Night tour Pusher
  • Rig Mechanic
  • Rig Electrician
  • Driller/Assistan Driller
  • Derrickhand
  • Floor Man
4. Rig Administration
The Administration section handles all the practicalities that make the rig function as a workplace. This includes arranging transport to and from the rig, ensuring emergency preparedness and treating personnel when experiencing health issues.
Rig Officers:
  • Safety Officer
  • HSE assistan
  • Medic
  • Radio Operator
  • Interpreter
  • Material Man
  • Store Keeper
  • Catering Personnel
  • Camp Boss

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Saturday, May 23, 2015

Rope Acces Jobs And Salary



Rope Acces is one of  daring proffesions with specialized skills which not everyone can do the work. To be a rope acces you must have excellent physicall conditions. Rope access is a form of work positioning, initially developed from techniques used in climbing and caving, which applies practical ropework to allow workers to access difficult-to-reach locations without the use of scaffolding, cradles or an aerial work platform.

Rope access technicians descend, ascend, and traverse ropes for access and work while suspended by their harness. Sometimes a work seat may be used. The support of the rope is intended to eliminate the likelihood of a fall altogether, but a back-up fall arrest system is used in case of the unlikely failure of the primary means of support. This redundancy system is usually achieved by using two ropes - a working line and a safety line.
Currently the rope access industry is growing quickly, as is the pool of certified rope access technicians. Finding an avenue into the industry can be competitive, especially for those that aren't bringing additional industry trade skills to the table. However, various entry-level positions available. Some of these include highrise window and wind turbine tower cleaning. Patience and tenacity are often required to find an initial opportunity.

Rope access jobs on offshore oil rigs
Some of rope access jobs available on the offshore oil rigs include, but are not limited to:
  • Rope Access Welder
  • Rope Access Plater
  • Rope Access Supervisor
  • Rope Access Geotechnical Supervisor
  • Rope Access Technician
  • Rope Access radiography technician

Rope access technician training
There are 4 levels of training for rope access technicians, from Rope Access 1 to Rope Access 3, and then Advanced Rope Access & Rescue. You may become Rope Access 1 Technician in just 5 days and get certificate of getting trained to perform certain basic missions under supervision of more experienced oil rig workers of the same trade.Another level of training is only for the technicians with experience of having worked at least during 500 hundred hours at heights. After at least another 1000 hours you qualify for Level 3 training.

Minimum Requirments of ideal rope acces, shall possess of experience and trade certifications:
• Rope Access L1, L2, L3 IRATA
• NDE certification would be an asset
• EVITA, LEEA or other Lifting Equipment Training/Certification would be an asset
• Member of the American Society for Non-destructive Testing
• Member of the Industrial Rope Access Trade Association
• Experience Working on Offshore Assets, Drilling and Production Facility
• Demonstrated ability to effectively perform assigned NDT Tasks
• Knowledge of NDT equipment
• Knowledge of ISO Certification
• Effective Written Communication Skills /Technical Report Writing
• Willingness to train in different inspection methods

Behavioral Competencies:  
As a Rope Access -  the following behavioral competencies are required to effectively deliver results: 
• Collaboration 
   Fosters open dialogue with all project parties, solicits feedback from others.
• Safety 
   Ability to identify work risks and maintain a work safe attitude
• Accountability 
  Takes personal responsibility and ownership, fulfills commitments and holds others accountable.
• Communicate effectively 
   Express ideas clearly and concisely; listen carefully and attentively to others' opinions and ideas: 
   share information and viewpoints openly and directly with others.
• Attention to Detail - Ability to accurately record and document information error free


Rope Acces Salary
Rope Acces salaries range widely based on location, work frequency, and overtime pay. According The Globe And Mail, there are three training levels for industrial rope access technicians, each with its own average hourly wage. Level one technicians typically earn between $25,000 and $60,000 a year, while level three technicians can make anywhere from $50,000 to $140,000 annually. Level two technicians typically fall somewhere in between, earning between $40,000 and $90,000.


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Friday, May 22, 2015

OFFSHORE RIGGER



A Rigger is someone who sets up equipment and prepares it before work can commence. The term "rigger" originates from sailing where sailors were responsible for raising the sails and rigging on board a ship. Scaffolding is a temporary structure built to support people and materials during repairs and maintenance of buildings and other structures. 
In the oil and gas industry, scaffolding is used on oil rigs to allow access to parts of the rig for maintenance and other work. An offshore scaffold will usually have to obtain safety certification for working at extreme heights. 
A rigger in the oil extraction industry usually works on drilling rigs. Equipment on the rig is used to bore a hole deep into the earth with the drill pipe. The rigger manages all aspects of the machinery used and monitors the rig operation. His responsibility is to ensure that the oil is being pumped out at a safe level so pipes do not burst. When oil is transported to a tanker, the rigger fits and links all the pipes together.

Minimum qualifications:
Over 18 years of age.
Physically and mentally must be fit (you will be required to pass a physical exam before being hired).
Non-smoker, and abstain from alcohol during your long 14 to 21 day shifts.
Willing and able to take on the unusual schedule of an oil rig worker. 

Duties & Responsibility:
Maintaining drilling rig engines and motors, including the fluid systems
Managing hydraulic and mechanical systems for the whole drilling assembly
Ensuring proper fluid and fuel balance and making sure pressure is always maintained at a safe level
Controlling and monitoring the safe movement of heavy equipment
Mobilizing the rig by setting it up
Tearing the rig down when the job is finished
Making sure all safety regulations are followed
Oil riggers who working on offshore oil platforms, setting up an equipment to extract oil from deep beneath the ocean. 

Certificates:
Oil & Gas experience as a Rigger
OPITO Approved Rigger Assessment
BOSIET
Survival
Current Medical and an offshore survival certification
MIST
NVQ Level 3 in Moving Loads or Capital Steel Plant Structures is preferred but not essential
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) (If you want to join US Offshore)

Work Schedule
The schedule for most workers consists of working 14 to 21 consecutive days before being given time off.


Salary
The average salary of a Rigger is $44,180. Salaries start from $26,360 and go up to $63,860. 
The average salary for a Rigger may vary depending on several factors, like level of education, amount of experience, industry, company size and location.

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OFFSHORE CREWS

An Offshore Platform rig is a large structure with facilities to drill wells, to extract and process oil and natural gas, or to temporarily store product until it can be brought to shore for refining and marketing. In many cases, the platform contains facilities to house the workforce as well.

An Offshore drilling unit operate by professionals Crew and management system are often the real determining factor concerning MODU performance and safety. This is often overlooked during the flurry of cost analysis, equipment evaluation, operating expenses assessment, and number crunching during bid analysis and MODU selection. It is often said that the low bid does not always give the best performance. A complete “hard” (equipment) and “soft” (crew, management, and safety) analysis must be done to make the best decision.

These policies and procedures should be reinforced throughout the personnel hierarchy, from the chief executive officer to the roustabout on the rig, in order to have a successful and well-performing organization and rig operation.

The staffing and organization of a MODU vary with each drilling contractor, operator, and country, and are controlled by classification and registration requirements. The most senior person on the MODU is usually the offshore installation manager (OIM) who is, by law, the “master” or “captain” of the vessel. The OIM is responsible for all departments, including:

  • Drilling
  • Maintenance
  • Marine
  • Auxiliary services
  • Safety

The following are personal who working in the offshore platform:

1. OIM (offshore installation manager);
2. Operations team leader (OTL);
3. Offshore operations engineer (OOE) who is the senior technical authority on the platform;
4. PSTL or operations coordinator for managing crew changes;
5. Dynamic positioning operator, navigation, ship or vessel maneuvering (MODU), station keeping, fire and     gas systems operations in the event of incident;
6. Automation systems specialist, to configure, maintain and troubleshoot the process control systems    (PCS), process safety systems, emergency support systems and vessel management systems;
7. Second mate to meet manning requirements of flag state, operates fast rescue craft, cargo operations, 8. Fire team leader;
9. Third mate to meet manning requirements of flag state, operate fast rescue craft, cargo operations, fire      team leader;
10. Ballast control operator to operate fire and gas systems;
11. Crane operators to operate the cranes for lifting cargo around the platform and between boats;
12. Scaffolders to rig up scaffolding for when it is required for workers to work at height;
13. Coxswains to maintain the lifeboats and manning them if necessary;
14. Control room operators, especially FPSO or production platforms;
15. Catering crew, including people tasked with performing essential functions such as cooking, laundry       and cleaning the accommodation;
16. Production techs to run the production plant;
17. Helicopter pilot(s) living on some platforms that have a helicopter based offshore and transporting      workers to other platforms or to shore on crew changes;
18. Maintenance technicians (instrument, electrical or mechanical).
19. Fully qualified medic.
20. Radio operator to operate all radio communications.

Incidental personnel
Drill crew will be on board if the installation is performing drilling operations. A drill crew will normally comprise:
  1. Toolpusher
  2. Driller
  3. Roughnecks
  4. Roustabouts
  5. Company man
  6. Mud engineer
  7. Motorman
  8. Derrickhand
  9. Geologist
  10. Welders and Welder Helpers

Well services crew will be on board for well work. The crew will normally comprise:
  1. Well services supervisor
  2. Wireline or coiled tubing operators
  3. Pump operator
  4. Pump hanger and ranger

References:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oil_platform

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The Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET)



The Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET) is the main requirements that must be owned by all offshorecrews.  The BOSIET course enables delegates to gain a basic knowledge of specific safety issues relevant to offshore installations and an understanding of emergency response on an offshore installation and during helicopter transit.

The course consists of four modules; 
Safety Induction, 
Helicopter Safety and Escape (HUET), 
Sea Survival and First Aid, 
Fire Fighting and Self Rescue. 

The BOSIET is required for cold water areas and includes additional training in the use of survival suits and emergency breathing systems during the HUET module. The courses are OPITO accredited and successful completion results in an internationally recognised certification.

In the BOSIET course, delegates will have earned a basic understanding and awareness of the hazards they will face when working offshore. They will also receive an introduction to the safety regime and safety management systems in place to control and mitigate those hazards. Following instructor explanation and demonstration delegates must show understanding and competency in the different course modules.

They will be required to demonstrate their skills and the level of knowledge and understanding of the following key areas.

HELICOPTER SAFETY & ESCAPE

Participants will demonstrate practically: (testing skills and knowledge)

Donning a transit type survival suit, aviation lifejacket and Emergency Breathing System Equipment (EBS).
Operation and use of Emergency Breathing System Equipment (EBS) during pool exercises.
Actions in preparation for a helicopter ditching and an emergency landing
Actions following:
a controlled emergency descent to a dry landing (without deploying EBS)
a controlled ditching on water (including deployment of EBS equipment)
a partial submersion of an aircraft (without deploying EBS equipment)
a partial submersion of an aircraft (deploy & operate EBS equipment)
Actions following an aircraft capsize in water (including deployment of EBS equipment on surface prior to capsize).

Delegates must be at least 16 years old and will be requires to complete a medical questionnaire.

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The Averages salaries Engineer In Oil And Gas Industry


Oil and gas engineers work in several areas of petroleum exploration and extraction. Oil and Gas companies offered high salaries. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS, www.bls.gov), the median annual salary earned by petroleum engineers was $132,320 in May 2013. The employment of such engineers is expected to grow by 26% between 2012 and 2022, per the BLS.

Oil and gas engineers often work on offshore drilling platforms and in oil fields and reserves around the world. Some of the duties of an oil and gas engineer include:
Obtaining necessary licenses and permits
Ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
Determining the most productive locations
Taking responsibility for safety and efficiency
Ensuring well maintenance
Interpreting results
Ensuring efficient well flow
Informing clients of progress

Following are the average salary of engineer in oil and gas industry, According to Payscale and Ehow analysist.

Drilling Engineers
According to Payscale, drilling Engineers receive generous compensation in the United States  earning an average of $110K per year, their standard salaries shoot well into the six-figure range. In the world of Drilling Engineers, overall cash allowance can occasionally include more than $25K from bonuses and, in some exceptional cases, $15K from profit sharing, causing incomes to vary widely between $74K and $159K. Experience level is the biggest factor affecting pay for this group, followed by geography. Nearly all report receiving medical coverage from their employers and most collect dental insurance. Most workers in this position report high levels of job satisfaction. The figures in this rundown are based on the results of PayScale's salary questionnaire. 
Reservoir Engineer Salary 
According to Payscales, the average pay for a Reservoir Engineer in the United States is considerable, rounding six figures at $122K per year. New workers enjoy hefty six-figure paychecks when they take on this position — $108K per year is the median for people who claim less than five years' experience. Reservoir Engineers bring in $177K after working for 10 to 20 years. Reservoir Engineers who have acquired more than 20 years of relevant experience earn significantly more than folks with fewer years on their resumes; the average income in this veteran group is $245K. The figures in this overview were provided by individuals who took PayScale's salary questionnaire. 

Petroleum Engineer Salary
According to Payscales, the Average pay for Petroleum Engineers in the United States is more than reasonable, with annual salaries pushing past the six-figure mark ($107K). Overall cash earnings for Petroleum Engineers stretch from $66K on the lower end to $192K near the top, and the heftiest packages can encompass around $35K from bonuses and $28K from profit sharing. The most influential factor affecting pay for this group is career duration, though the company and geography have a (lesser) impact as well. Almost all enjoy medical while a large number get dental coverage. Vision coverage is also available to the larger part. The majority of workers are highly satisfied with their job. The information for this snapshot was generated by responses to the PayScale salary survey.

Chemical Engineer Salary
According to Payscale, a chemical Engineers in the United States can expect wages of $72K annually on average. Total cash compensation to Chemical Engineers varies from $51K to $121K; higher pay grades include potential for bonuses and profit sharing as high as $15K each. The most important factor affecting compensation for this group is the specific employer, followed by tenure and geography. Generally, women make up less than a third of all Chemical Engineers who answered the questionnnaire. Job satisfaction for Chemical Engineers is high. Nearly all enjoy medical while most get dental coverage. Vision coverage is also available to more than half. Figures cited in this summary are based on replies to PayScale's salary questionnaire.


Mud Engineer Salaries
According to Ehow, Most sources put the yearly income for mud engineers in the six figures. The Inside Jobs website, citing data from the U.S. Department of Labor, reports that the annual salary range for mud engineers is $86,000 to $159,000 at the time of publication. A 2012 article on the CNN Money website notes that mud engineers make average salaries of $108,032 per year. The Ace Mud School website says experienced mud engineers can earn more than $800 daily. 

 Mechanical Engineer Salary 
A Mechanical Engineer earns an average salary of $64,853 per year. Most people move on to other jobs if they have more than 20 years' experience in this career. Experience has a moderate effect on income for this job. According to Payscale.



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How To Work Offshore

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Manufacturing or construction sector, your salary will be 3x higher than others sector. The salary which earned by Offshore workers in entry level position like roustabout, floorman, you can get upwards of $45,000 per year, by working 6 or 8 months works, without college degree.
Many offshore oil workers cannot endure the physical hardships they face - the 12-hour shifts of hard physical work in a dangerous environment, the need to do this work non- stop for two to three weeks without a break (there are no weekends on board an oil rig and operations run 24x7), and having to work night-shifts. Although accommodations are provided for free and fairly comfortable, many are also unable to deal with the noise which goes on day and night.
 But not everyone can work in the offshore field. Offshore only accepted people who have specific skills and expertise with very strict requirements set by the company. To work in offshore platform, there are requirements that must be met include:
1. You must be at least 18 years old.
2. The main requirements is good health, you are required to work for 12 hours a day, with a schedule           depending on company  policy, usually 28/28 on / off, 35/35 on / off. You must perform medical tests       and pass a physical examination, including examination of a spinal X-ray, you also have to perform           free  examinations drugs.
3. Education.
    For an entry level position dont need formal education,  the ability and skill you have is very                   important,  you also have to work  hard, diligent and follow your senior instructions.
4.  Experience.
    The more you experience, the more you have a big chance of being accepted to work offshore. If you       are inexperienced, you have to quickly learn and honest as the main requirement. Do not give false           information when applying for jobs, because when in an interview, you will be question in detail about       your capasity and skills and how to deal with problems  which may arise during works.
5.  Ambition and interest.
    The company very fond of people who have an interest and curiosity was stronger when working,             people who work with  passion, will work diligently and give the best.
6. Training & Advancement.
    Certification is very important and is required to be able to join. Some companies now require                  certification from the Coast Guard Approved certification agency. In  order to get  Reviews These              certifications, you will have to go to a specialty school. Advancement and Training Outside schools            include Able Seaman, Life Boatman, Master, Offshore Drilling Units, Marine  Firefighting, EMD                  Maintenance and Operation (representing the Electric Motor Division of General Motors), etc.



OFFSHORE PERSONNEL SALARIES 2015

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Principal Drilling Engineer $270,000
Principal Drilling Engineer have duty to give report to Drilling Superintendent, provide drilling engineering expertise and support in the planning and execution of drilling operations on deep water wells in a remote location. Develop robust well designs and drilling programmes that meet the requirements of the BG Well Engineering Policy. Full account should be taken of offset information and the well sanction budget.

Metallurgist Metallurgical Engineer $108,000
Metallurgical engineers develop ways of processing metals and converting them into useful products. Metallurgy, the science of metals, is one of the materials sciences. Other materials sciences include physical metallurgy, ceramics, and polymer chemistry, or plastics. Metallurgical engineers, a subspecialty of materials engineers, work primarily in industrial areas, particularly in the iron and steel industries. Some work with other metals such as aluminum or copper. Metallurgical engineers are also employed in industries that make machinery and other products using metal, such as automobiles and electrical equipment. Some work for government agencies or colleges and universities.


Senior Subsea Engineer $232,000
Senior Subsea engineer has duty to perform maintenance/repairs to the well control, motion compensating systems and all associated systems as per company policy, maintenance program and procedures, Daily inspections to verify status of equipment and report status to supervisor, to be able to maintain and operate
all subsea related equipment.


Drilling Superintendent $132,000
Drilling Superintendent job scope is to manage the effective running of rig site well operation activities (Land operations)(ensuring compliance with regulation and company HSE objectives. • Implement the drilling workover completion programs whilst fostering teamwork between company disciplines and departments and between company and service providers.
To provide daily office-based supervision and technical support for drilling and workover projects.


Petroleum Engineer G $63,000
Petroleum engineers play a major part in the oil extraction process from start to finish. They design the equipment used for extraction, test the equipment and assure it is properly maintained, and develop or improve upon methods to extract the maximum amount of oil using ideas such as injecting water, chemicals, gases or steam into an oil reserve. A petroleum engineer career may include designing and conducting tests, surveys, and evaluations for the wells.

Petroleum engineers job titles:
Reservoir Engineer
Petroleum Production Engineer
Production Engineer
Drilling Engineer
Operations Engineer
Drilling Engineer
Completion Engineer

Divers / Helicopter pilots - $93,000 - $150,000
Commercial divers and Helicopter pilots who work in the oil and gas industry earn approximately $93,000 to $150,000 annually. Experienced divers support the construction, inspection and maintenance of offshore platforms and are involved in activities such as underwater welding, repair and cleaning of subsea installations, pipelines and structures.

Geologists - $105,000 - $120,000
Well trained and experienced geologists and geophysicists, who conduct seismic surveys and analyse the data to locate new deposits, are paid $105,000 to $120,000 per annum in the offshore oil and gas industry.

Offshore Electrician $274,000
Offshore electrician having responsibilities to maintain onboard electrical and electronic equipment relating to the ship's power generation, engineering systems, propulsion systems, drilling and/or marine equipment and related systems, responsible for ships' navigational and domestic lighting and electrical services on board, ensure all equipment meets vessel safety standards and Transport Canada requirements and essential services can be maintained in the case of a vessel emergency, ensure that the daily activities are carried out in a safe and efficient manner.

Directional Driller $72,000
The Directional Driller is involved in the planning, execution and management of all phases of any directional drilling job to deliver services that meet and exceed client expectations. He/she also provides technical support to clients and other crew members at the wellsite.

Tanker captain - $75,000 - $170,000
Tanker captains are responsible for navigating large container vessels that carry oil and gas from offshore platforms to port facilities and are paid salaries ranging from approximately $75,000 to $170,000 per annum.

Marine engineer - $70,000 - $155,000
Marine engineers working on offshore platforms earn between $70,000 and $155,000 annually and are responsible for designing, installing and maintaining marine engineering systems on offshore platforms.

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