Oil and Gas Drilling and Services Contractors and Supervisors
(NOC 8222)
in All Farming, Fishing, Forestry, and MiningSupervisors in this group supervise and coordinate the activities of workers who drill for oil or gas, run service rigs, or provide oil and gas well services. They work for drilling and well service contracting companies and by petroleum producing companies. Oil field consultants may be self-employed.
Job Outlook
Limited
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Compared to: All Farming, Fishing, Forestry, and Mining
The employment outlook over the next few years for this occupational group is “limited”, which indicates the chances of a qualified individual finding work is below average when compared with other occupations in Nova Scotia. This is not a large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities may not be that frequent and jobseekers may face competition. The number employed in this occupation is expected to grow significantly over the next few years, which will provide additional opportunities for employment (yet overall job prospects are still considered limited). With a moderate percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to contribute somewhat to employment opportunities over the coming years. Contractors and Supervisors in Oil and Gas Drilling and Services most commonly work full-time hours. Furthermore, the jobs may either be permanent or temporary positions, as both are common. With employment conditions being somewhat seasonal, periods of downtime or layoff throughout the year affect some workers. Also, a average portion of the workforce is self-employed, so having the option to "work for yourself" may appeal to some individuals’ interests/motivations.
The median employment income for 28% of Contractors and Supervisors in Oil and Gas Drilling and Services who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $160,778. Across all occupations in Nova Scotia, 59% of those who worked full-time year round had a median employment income of $43,600.
(Source: 2016 Census)
Hourly Pay
N/A
MinimumN/A
MedianN/A
MaximumAnnual Pay
$24,675
Minimum$102,909
Median$427,529
MaximumCompared to: All Farming, Fishing, Forestry, and Mining
Hourly Pay
$12.55
Minimum$24.84
Median$32.00
MaximumAnnual Pay
$4,009
Minimum$23,520
Median$87,170
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Supervisors in this group supervise and coordinate the activities of workers who drill for oil or gas, run service rigs, or provide oil and gas well services. They work for drilling and well service contracting companies and by petroleum producing companies. Oil field consultants may be self-employed.
Job duties
Supervisors in this group:
- Supervise, coordinate, and schedule the activities of workers who drill for oil and gas, operate service rigs, or provide oil and gas well services.
- Create ways to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other departments.
- Request and buy materials and supplies.
- Solve work problems and recommend ways to improve productivity and safety.
- Train workers in job duties, safety procedures and company policies.
- Recommend personnel actions like hiring and promotions.
- Prepare production and other reports.
- May set up machines and equipment.
Sample job titles
- assistant offshore drilling rig superintendent
- oil and gas contractor
- oil and gas drilling foreman/woman
- oil and natural gas well servicing foreman/woman
- oil well services field supervisor
- oilfield consultant
- rig manager - oil and gas drilling
- well services crew supervisor - oil and gas drilling
Skills
- You need an aptitude for administrative work and project management. Leadership, supervisory and effective communication skills, both oral and written, is essential. You must be able to work alone and as part of a team. You must be observant, responsible, and able to enforce rules and regulations.
Job requirements
- High school is required.
- College or petroleum industry approved training courses is required.
- A two-year college diploma in petroleum engineering technology may be required.
- Certificates in first aid, hydrogen sulphide awareness, blowout prevention, well control, workplace hazardous materials information system (WHMIS), transportation of dangerous goods (TDG) or other safety and technical subjects are required and are earned by completing short courses.
Other considerations
- Supervisory personnel in this group usually have extensive in the job they are supervising. There is little mobility for supervisors from well services to well drilling.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Farming, Fishing, Forestry, and Mining
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
$145,048 median annual incomeCape Breton
$73,093 median annual incomeNorth Shore
N/ASouthern
N/AAnnapolis Valley
N/ACompared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Professional, scientific and technical services
Manufacturing
What is the age of Employment?
35-44
55-64
45-54
25-34
15-24
65+
Compared to: All Farming, Fishing, Forestry, and Mining
45-54
15-24
55-64
35-44
25-34
Top levels of education
College Diploma
$129,983 median annual incomeHigh school
$131,768 median annual incomeTrade Certification
$106,496 median annual incomeBachelor
N/ALess than high school
N/ACompared to: All Farming, Fishing, Forestry, and Mining
Less than high school
$23,463 median annual incomeHigh school
$19,301 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$29,551 median annual incomeTrade Certification
$31,535 median annual incomeBachelor
$17,956 median annual incomeEducation & training
High School Diploma or Equivalent
High School ProgramAdults without a high school diploma can contact the Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) for tuition-free programming across the province. NSSAL oversees adult education programs in Nova Scotia. NSSAL partners with the Nova Scotia Community College, Adult High Schools, Université Sainte-Anne, and community-based learning organizations to deliver programs. NSSAL offers clear, accessible pathways from adult basic education to a high school credential or GED.
Institutions providing this program
Various, NS
Various, NS
Various, NS
Petroleum Technology/Technician
College or Trades ProgramThese programs prepare students to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers and other professionals engaged in the development and operation of oil and natural gas extraction and processing facilities. They include courses in principles of petroleum extraction and related geology, petroleum field mapping and site analysis, testing and sampling methods, instrument calibration, laboratory analysis, test equipment operation and maintenance, environment and safety monitoring procedures for oil/gas fields and facilities, facility inspection procedures, and report preparation.
Institutions providing this program
Sydney, NS
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