Oil rig jobs can seem very appealing in any job market, but there are a number of harsh realities to working on them that ...

At-a-Glance: With no prior offshore experience, target deck crew roles (roustabout, floorhand, utility hand) and secure an offshore medical plus BOSIET/HUET. Expect 4–12 weeks lead time and a startup ...

Senior leadership role accountable for safe, timely Mechanical Completion (MC) to Ready-For-Start-Up (RFSU) and Performance Test (PT) of all rig systems (drilling, marine, power, safety, utilities), ...

There's no denying just what a time commitment working on an oil rig can be, nor how isolated one might feel while doing so. The latter in particular comes with the territory at times: The Perdido oil ...

The Biden administration, in line with its goal of significantly reducing oil production, has quietly implemented regulations that are likely to result in a significant loss of jobs in the oil ...

While challenges linger from the 2025 offshore rig market, there are signs it will look brighter from late 2026 onwards.Main ...

Off-shore oil drilling currently accounts for over 35% of the world's total oil production, and that number has consistently risen over recent history. While a majority of oil extraction takes place ...

Modern offshore oil rigs are engineering wonders designed to accommodate massive crews and operate in some of the most hostile environments on Earth. As the demand for oil drives exploration into ...

Recovery is a double-edged sword. Despite the healthier offshore rig market there are headwinds. Cost inflation plagues the industry. Materials, logistics and labour are pressure points throughout the ...

Try as so many private and government organizations might, switching everywhere on Earth over to clean, renewable energy — including some strange sources being explored — is still a long way away.

Rowan Cos. says its first quarter was an extremely busy one for its offshore rigs and, even better, the company is being paid increasing amounts for their use. Utilization of its offshore rig fleet ...

The offshore rig market is experiencing a period of rapid growth, driven by notable advancements in Guyana, Brazil, and the Middle East, infill drilling activities in West Africa, and renewed ...