I'm a 29 year old male hailing from Kenya, a country located in the Eastern part of the Great continent of Africa.

I recently graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Petroleum Engineering in July 2024 and I'm wondering where to start in terms of a building a career in the competitive Oil and Gas Industry.

Background

I'm currently into borehole drilling as well as performing Geotechnical Surveys which I've done for the last 3 years in between studies up until I graduated.

I've worked with various types of land rigs from truck mounted rotary rig to GY model type rigs.

I started out as a roustabout in 2020 and I metamorphosized into a driller able to draft a detailed quotation, draft contracts as well as perform the actual drilling procedure.

In 2023 I took a mandatory Safety course for Seafarers known as STCW which includes:-

1. Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
2. Personal Saftey and Social Responsibility
3. Elementary First Aid
4. Safety Awareness Training
5. Personal Survival Techniques
6. Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations

After completion of the course I awarded a Seaman's Book which is a requirement when working at Sea.

On the other hand, I'm good with computers and can easily learn utilizing softwares where I've currently mastered the likes of AutoCad 2D & 3D, Adobe Photoshop, Canva etc.

I'm currently looking to breakthrough into the Oil and Gas Industry especially in the upstream sector such as drilling and service companies dealing in drilling operations?

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I am 23 years old and have a bachelor’s degree business marketing that I don’t really use. I am also in the TX ARNG as an infantry officer. I have been wanting to get into the oil & gas industry for a while. I know I don’t have experience but I also know I have a strong work ethic that needs to be put into a job that helps my future. I want something that will pay well and also give future opportunities in the industry. I have researched a lot of jobs from roughneck to flow back junior operators. I would like to know other opportunities from people who are more knowledgeable in this industry.

I would also mention that I plan on going back to school to get a GIS certificate with land surveying be more of the focus. Then, eventually pursuing an engineering degree.

Again, I understand I have no experience but I need to start somewhere. Any suggestions for any job will be helpful, but also job suggestions that will align with my future schooling I previously mentioned. Thank you !!

Any help would be great.

I’ve been working the rigs for a bit but I don’t want it to be the only thing I can rely on. Has anybody else started their own business while working out of town or made investments? Learnt new skills while working out of town? I’d like to advance this career as far as I can but I wonder what others have done with the money they’re making to make the most of it. Thanks!

Hello everyone. I am invited to do digital HR interview for Baker Hughes, for the field engineer early careers position. I was wondering if any of you attended any HR interview with Baker Hughes and would be willing to share the questions. I found the mail in my spam just now and I have very limited time to prepare. Thanks to anyone who helps.

Hello, I'm in need of a bit of a sanity check to make sure I'm not making a stupid decision.

I'm currently an engineer 9 months out of school, and am working at a large Canadian Oil/Gas Company as a field production engineer out in Northern BC with plans to return to the big city office in about 3-4 years' time. I definitely see a future with this company, and my managers really care for my development and are keen to support me whenever I want to learn something new.

I got an offer from one of the energy giants (Shell) to join their chemicals park (where they have their carbon capture unit) as a process engineer-in-training, and I'm a bit stymied on how I should proceed. Compensation is good at both, but Shell is paying me 10% more, and the bonus ranges from 5x-10x what my current company pays me. Both companies offer stock matching + RRSP plans.

I'm unsure on whether upstream will still be a competitive field in the next 10-20 years, while also having doubts that Shell will remain in Canada in the next 10-20 years, seeing how ruthless Shell Global is when it comes to the bottom line (and how they've divested pretty much everything from Canada with the exception of a few assets). Shell offers growth and expat experiences (or so they say), but I'm not sure how common that is.

When it comes to career mobility (and possibly doing an MBA at a high-level institution), which one do you think would help me more? I would think that Shell's big name could pump my application up a bit when MBA schools see it on the application, but I'm not sure if this is trivial.

Your thoughts are appreciated, thanks!

I’m new to the oilfield life , headed out to west Texas in December. All tips and tricks are welcome. I’m planning on being there at least a year without travel back to home. I’m getting a good pair of redwing boots. Need ideas for muck boots , Fr gear , and basically everything. All tips will help, I don’t want to show up unprepared!!! Got a a crew cab so got plenty of space for packing!

I’m currently a service/maintenance employee for a drilling company. Pretty mechanically inclined. Curious what different mechanical positions should I look for if I was looking into moving to the production side? Recommended companies? What kind of Schedules are there?

Does anybody know how this assessment is or have the answers before I start it ?It’s for Utility person for Phillips 66.

Hi Everyone,

I’m interested, ready to move anywhere and work.

I’m coming from a retail background, I have an associate in business, and almost finished with my bachelors however, I now realize that my degree ain’t shit. I’m 32 years old and looking for the best market for an entry level. Any advice or leads are very much appreciated.

Thank you.

Does anyone know when they typically release the decisions?

Hopefully this is the right place to ask.

I’m in the hiring process for a shift fire and safety technician for CPChem. I was wondering if anyone had any information about the day to day life of the job, pay, and anything I can do or say in an interview to stand out.

I have experience in structural firefighting and I’m a paramedic, but I’m well aware that the majority of this job does not involve being a firefighter or paramedic.

Thanks in advance

Basically title. My heel is killing me using this Red wing Pecos after a long day standing on the RF. Do you guys have any affordable composite toe shoes (preferably non boots) that are comfortable?

Edit: non boots

Specifically in frac/production enhancement? Starting as a hand/operators assistant tech and and up?

Anybody have any information on them? I’ve been applying for months and keep getting rejected, would it be best to go to the actual site?

Long story made short, I operate a small maintenance/ pipefitting business in the oil and gas side of things. 26 and basically starting life and finances over due to women and my own wrong doings. My company doesnt own anythkng but some tools and a pickup truck. l'm looking to expand my operations and stop renting a bobcat as I seem to be using it for months at a time...I plow snow in winter months, all day, everyday. Andl clean, set up, and maintain well sites all year round. I lift loads as heavy as my rented machine at the time can lift, and if the bobcat can't lift or move,1 book the appropriate machine and crew for the job. My business is very new and has nothing to show for and just enough to pay income tax when it rolls around. Had the opportunity to fire up and begin building my own company with the help, knowledge and connections from my previous employer. Should I purchase (used obviously) a skid steer, front loader or even a telescopic handler or something else that i haven't thought about being possible like a hoe, or grader... or even should or should I not purchase anything at this moment..? I will have work for any machinery, just need to learn and take a risky step. So really, any and all advice at this point would be great.! Thank you all in advance.

I'm a 27M getting out of the military in 5 months. I'm interested in going into mining or petroeum engineering.

I would be going to UAF in Alaska, which apparently has good programs for both majors.

I have already completed my gen Ed's and I'm interested in getting both a chemistry degree along with an engineering degree.

I’m starting for H&P soon and I want to know if I can work through the days off since I’ll be up here in North Dakota and don’t really care to go home. How many days in a row can I work before I have to take a break? I’ve worked 7/16s for 3 months straight for powerline construction so I don’t really mind the endless work.

I’m sure this general question has been asked sorry. Will be in training the next week and possibly going off shore right after. What can I expect the general vibe to be towards an SSE with no drilling experience. I am supposed to be assigned a mentor on site and wondering how much I can pester the guy with incompetent questions and safety concerns regarding my expertise with any given situation. What is the percentage of SSE’s staying in the industry 5+ years and not just drifting job to job. Compared to people with experience in the industry prior to going off shore. Any first hand SSE’s here?

Currently working on drilling rig here in west Texas. 2 years in and I’ve moved up the ladder a bit working floors, motors, and currently learning pits. Some days I enjoy my job and some days I just want to drag ass and go home lol. As time goes on I’m starting to realize there’s more work out there that’s less physical demanding with higher wages. I was looking into making a change and check out the wireline side. I just want some opinions on if I should just keep pushing here on a rig or make a lateral move to the wireline side and start looking for opportunities there?

Recently, a big rig for oil drilling was set up in some farmland near me. I’m wondering what something like this costs, and also, do oil workers make good money?

Any oil workers here who could share some insight? I'd really appreciate it!

Hello everyone,

I am currently pursuing a job opportunity as a Field Service Technician or Electronics Technician. With six years of extensive experience in data acquisition, electrical troubleshooting, and sensor installation, I have developed a strong skill set that aligns well with the demands of these roles. My background equips me to effectively address technical challenges and contribute to operational efficiencies within a dynamic work environment

Basically title..how big of a difference does it make of your work week starts on Saturday vs starting on Wednesday for hitch work?

Why is it only equinor that have these megathreads with so many comments?

I'm interested in an entry-level position in the oilfield and am starting to apply to some places.

Is there any chance of getting hired remotely without an in-person interview? I got my current job in NW Minnesota with just a phone interview, and did the final paperwork & drug-test when I got here.

I'd hate to take time off to drive to say Texas only to get rejected.

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