Browse Oil Rigger jobs

The world's oceans conceal valuable oil resources and the industry as a whole is charged with its extraction from beneath the ocean floor.

A profession as an oil rigger will see you working offshore for long periods of time sometime in varied roles with the ultimate goal of retention of the resource.
Workers can expect a rewarding career with workers compensated for the long hours and seclusion. The industry has been widely condemned and equally congratulated for its role in the wealth creating and productivity of a country's economy.

Responsibilities & Skills

Skills sets are varied and many different professions are utilise don an oil right. An oil rigger will not be solely encompassed in the drilling for oil. Energy companies employ many trade qualified personnel, and expect a level of commitment.

A trade qualified individual can seek employment as an Oil rigger. Trades employed are likely to be Surveyors, Welders, or mechanics. Many in trade fields are suited to these roles as there is a large degree of manual, physical work involved. Personal qualities are just as important and

A strong resolve to be present in what can be a volatile and dangerous career is essential.

Required Qualifications

• Secondary level education (HSC)
• Relevant Trade Qualification

Useful Links

• Oil Australia