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Oil and Gas

Offshore Jobs

Looking for your next offshore job? Orion Group has been connecting oil and gas professionals with offshore roles for more than 35 years.

Global Offshore Opportunities

Powering the Future of Offshore Energy Careers

If you’re looking to take your skills offshore, Orion connects experienced professionals and new entrants alike with some of the world’s leading operators and contractors. From drilling and production to marine, subsea, and HSE, our teams recruit for projects that shape the next generation of offshore energy.

Discover the latest offshore oil and gas jobs below, or upload your CV to hear about new projects as soon as they open.

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Explore Offshore Oil and Gas Careers

Our recruiters source experienced offshore engineers, technicians, and supervisors across oil and gas operations — helping energy projects stay safe, efficient, and productive.

We connect skilled drilling professionals with leading oil and gas operators across offshore and onshore projects. From drilling engineers and supervisors to toolpushers and rig managers, our candidates keep wells safe, efficient, and productive. Whether it’s exploration, development, or workover activity, we help clients secure the expertise needed to deliver drilling operations on time and within budget.

If you’ve built your career around environmental protection or compliance, we work with major oil, gas, and renewables projects that need your expertise. From environmental advisors to impact assessment specialists, your skills keep operations responsible and sustainable.

Electrical and instrumentation jobs in energy are in constant demand. We place E&I technicians, control system engineers, and automation experts across offshore platforms and onshore plants. You’ll work with the latest technology to keep operations running safely and reliably.

Maintenance engineers and technicians keep the industry moving. We offer maintenance roles that focus on asset reliability, planned shutdowns, and performance optimisation. Whether you’re mechanical, electrical, or multi-skilled, your experience keeps production on track.

Protect the planet while driving progress. Environmental Engineers manage emissions, waste treatment and environmental impact assessments for oil and gas projects. Lead sustainability initiatives that shape the future of responsible energy production.

Geology jobs in oil and gas are evolving fast. We help geologists and geoscientists find exploration and development roles where they can apply seismic interpretation, wellsite analysis, and reservoir evaluation skills to shape new discoveries.

Reservoir engineers and simulation specialists play a key part in improving recovery and performance. We connect you with global operators looking for experts who can model, plan, and optimise production strategies across complex fields.

Production engineers, supervisors, and operators keep daily output steady and efficient. If you’re ready to take ownership of well performance and process improvement, we recruit across leading upstream and midstream projects worldwide.

Facilities engineering careers cover everything from design to operations. We work with energy companies seeking engineers, construction leads, and operations managers who can deliver safe, high-performing facilities both onshore and offshore.

Marine specialists keep offshore projects moving. We recruit for marine engineers, DP officers, and vessel crew supporting drilling, subsea, and construction operations. If you want a marine job that takes your experience further, we’ll help you find the right project.

HSE professionals protect people and projects. We help advisors, coordinators, and managers find oil and gas roles that make a real impact, promoting strong safety cultures and maintaining compliance across global sites.

Subsea and ROV roles are at the heart of offshore energy projects. We connect ROV pilots, supervisors, and subsea engineers with operators and service companies worldwide. From inspection and repair to subsea construction, you’ll work with cutting-edge technology in challenging marine environments.

Marine professionals keep offshore projects moving. We place DP Officers, Vessel Superintendents, Marine Engineers, and offshore crew across drilling, construction, and support vessels. These roles combine technical precision with safety-critical operations in international waters.

Inspection and QA specialists are key to offshore performance. We recruit QC Inspectors, NDT Technicians, and Welding Inspectors who maintain safety, compliance, and reliability across rigs, FPSOs, and subsea installations. Every project depends on your eye for detail and quality assurance expertise.

If you’ve got experience in subsea or offshore construction, there are opportunities across global projects. We work with Subsea Installation Engineers, Construction Managers, and Offshore Supervisors who deliver complex field developments safely and efficiently.

Offshore project engineers and managers oversee planning, delivery, and execution from FEED through to completion. We place professionals skilled in managing budgets, vendors, and crews across marine, subsea, and drilling environments. You’ll lead projects that shape the future of offshore energy.

What does an offshore worker do?

An offshore platform can house up to 200 crew at a time. Everyone works together in shifts to keep drilling, production, and maintenance on track. Typical responsibilities include:


  • Planning and carrying out well drilling programmes
  • Monitoring production and troubleshooting technical issues
  • Maintaining rigs, pipelines, and subsea systems
  • Coordinating marine and logistics operations
  • Managing safety protocols and inspections


Rotational schedules (often two weeks on, two weeks off) mean you’ll spend extended periods offshore, followed by extended leave at home. It’s a unique lifestyle that attracts professionals looking for challenge, teamwork, and reward.


For tips on getting started, read our guide: Oil and gas CVs – your ultimate list of dos and don’ts.

Types of Offshore Oil Rig Jobs

Here are some of the most in-demand Offshore Roles we recruit for:

Designs and maintains offshore platforms, ensuring they remain safe and reliable in extreme conditions.

Develops drilling programmes, oversees operations, and ensures compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Designs subsea pipelines, supervises repairs, and manages the transport of hydrocarbons.

Plans and coordinates large offshore projects, managing budgets, schedules, and teams.

Monitors safety risks and ensures all personnel follow strict offshore safety regulations.

 An entry-level role handling deck maintenance, repairs, and supply logistics.

Moves heavy equipment and supplies around the platform using specialised lifting machinery.

 Maintains subsea equipment such as blowout preventers (BOPs) and risers.

Ensures all electrical systems on the platform function safely and reliably.

Where we recruit engineers

Africa Americas Asia Europe & CIS Canada Middle East UK
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Read more about boosting your career with our blog: How to become an in-demand contractor.

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Benefits of working offshore

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  • 1. Excellent pay

    offshore roles rank among the best-paid in the energy industry.

  • 2. Rotational schedules

    extended time off to balance work and home life.

  • 3. Global opportunities

    roles available in the North Sea, Middle East, Gulf of Mexico, Africa, and Asia.

  • 4. Career progression

    opportunities to rise from entry-level deck work to senior leadership roles.

  • 5. Exposure to innovation

    offshore projects use advanced drilling and monitoring technologies.

How Orion supports offshore professionals

We don’t just connect you to offshore jobs. We support you from your first application through to mobilisation and beyond, offering:

Guidance on market rates.

Advice on qualifications and security clearances.

PPE requirements and compliance support.

Visa and immigration advice.

Travel, transport, and deployment planning.

Ongoing feedback and career progression support.

Why work with Orion Group?

Looking for your next offshore job? Orion Group recruits across all offshore disciplines, from roustabouts to project managers. Browse our latest offshore oil rig jobs or register your CV to stay updated with new vacancies.

For more career advice, read our blog: How to land the job of your dreams.

Offshore Jobs FAQs

Requirements depend on the role. Entry-level positions like roustabout may need minimal qualifications, while engineering roles often require degrees and industry certifications. Safety training such as BOSIET or HUET is commonly required.

Pay varies by role and location, but offshore workers typically earn higher-than-average salaries, with additional benefits such as travel and accommodation covered.

Most offshore jobs follow a two-weeks-on, two-weeks-off rotation, though some roles work on three-weeks-on, three-weeks-off schedules.

Yes. Safety is the top priority on all offshore platforms. HSE specialists, strict procedures, and advanced training keep risks managed.


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Absolutely. Many people enter offshore work after building experience in mechanical, electrical, or project-based roles onshore. Employers look for transferable skills, a strong work ethic, and the right safety training, rather than direct offshore experience. If you’re adaptable and eager to learn, there are clear routes to build a long-term offshore career.

Apply for Oil and Gas Offshore Jobs with Orion Group

Whether you’re a graduate engineer starting out or a senior professional ready for your next move, Orion can help you find the right role.

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