Short Supply Of Experienced Professionals For Offshore Projects
The complex nature of offshore projects requires the expertise of professionals. Many offshore projects are in the commissioning phase and are seeing a short supply of experienced candidates to fill positions for offshore projects.
Andy Greenwood and Steve Field said in a recent article:
“Due to their complexity, offshore projects typically demand professionals with experience. However, with a large number of offshore projects currently at commissioning phase, experienced professionals are in short supply.”
The Energy Sector Is Looking For Professional Drafters
Another skill that the oil and gas industry is looking for are professional drafters/designers. The oil and gas manufacturing and downstream operations requires professional drafters/designers. Drafters draw technical drawings and plans that are used in various projects, making them invaluable for the oil and gas industry.
Rebecca Maitland said in a recent article:
“The oil and gas industry’s downstream and manufacturing areas are keeping drafters and designers busy. “We are seeing a big demand for drafting personnel, more so than before, especially in electrical, pipeline, instrument and electrical, and the mechanical disciplines,” said Rick Green, manager, Business Development, QStaff, Houston, a technical staffing company supporting a wide range of technical, and nontechnical disciplines for major and emerging industries.”
Are you on the lookout for jobs in the oil and gas industry? Find out if the skills that you have are in demand currently and plan your next career move accordingly. If you don’t have these skills, you can always opt for certifications or enrol for a course to improve your job prospects. Read this article to learn more about the types of jobs and skills that are in demand in the oil and gas sector.