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Job Description On behalf of An Oil and gas EPC company Petroplan are looking for a Flow Assurance Engineer based in Aberdeen on a Permanent hybrid workling basis. About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Job Responsibilities Work with assigned Business Units across multiple goods and service categories implementing strategies to optimize efficiency and drive down cost Responsible for the analysis and maintenance of procurement data, including but not limited to quotations, purchase orders, goods receipts, and sourcing catalogs Provide P2P support across business (Coupa) Be the point of contact for vendor issues and ensure the highest level of service. Monitor shipments and order milestones to guarantee on-time delivery and settle problems associated with missed milestones and undelivered goods Analyze and communicate to financial performance to project teams and senior management Accurately report all project milestones to Business Units and management Evaluate project contracts and commercial terms to ensure that the project controls and processes are aligned to address specific project needs Work with Operations and Finance to develop, streamline and implement financial reporting for major capital projects Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree 5 years of operator experience sourcing both goods and services for major capital projects Ability to generate useable data from systems (Coupa, Power Bi, etc.) Exposure to multi-platform support with experience in budget management and P2P systems (Coupa, etc.) About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Petroplan is looking for a Quality Measurement Instrument & Metering Project Engineer for one of it's clients. Job Requirements: B.Sc. in engineering in relevant streams like instrumentation, electrical or electronics Minimum 8 years of experience in oil and gas, chemical or related industry A minimum of 4 years of experience in QMI systems and safeguarding systems About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
The Senior Workday Analyst will support our Talent (HR) team, other internal business partners, and company management in the development, on-going maintenance, and operational and technical support of all aspects of the Workday HCM system. In addition, this person is expected to take a critical role in the design, implementation, deployment, and documentation of key Talent projects that leverage the Workday platform.Responsibilities Serve as the Workday HCM system expert and point-of-contact for day-to-day support of business processes, integration support, reporting, and dashboards to ensure consistent, high-quality business operations Partner with our Talent team and other internal stakeholders to help them define business requirements, implement, test, and deploy additional HCM modules, changes to business processes, or integrations as needed Develop system reporting and analytics to enable our Talent business partners to identify trends and to empower leadership decision-making Work with IT security team to manage security re-assignments, user access and permissions, and integrations-related security issues Support and test Workday system updates or upgrades Identify system gaps and deficiencies, and if applicable, suggest best practices or process improvements to help fill those gaps Conduct long-term improvement projects to ensure compatibility with the company's evolving business applications landscape and needs Qualifications Minimum of 4-6 years of HRIS experience Minimum of 3 years of Workday experience Strong configuration knowledge of Workday HCM, including Workday Recruiting, Core HCM , Benefits, and Compensation. Strong Workday Reporting including Advanced Reports, Matrix, and composite reports. Work experience at a company that has implemented Workday HCM Understand Workday security, compliance, and controls to effectively manage and maintain security and roles. Familiarity with Workday integrations, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Experience working with confidential information and critical business operations and processes High attention to detail and sense of urgency Flexibility to adapt to changing business requirements or objectives Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment with aggressive timelines and delivery dates Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to set clear expectations with stakeholders and escalate issues as needed Bachelor's Degree (preferably in a Technology-related field) Preferences Workday or related certifications Experience with Agile/Scrum development processes About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Our Client an International Oil and Gas Operator are looking for an Head Process & Systems Support to join them on a Permanent basis in their offices in Doha, Qatar. The role will be offered with a negotiable salary and family or Single status benefits package. Job Overview; As Head Process & Systems Support you'll be responsible for managing; Business Planning Cycle and Enterprise Performance Management, Portfolio/Project reporting process, Directorate Risk Management Process and maintain QHSEBC Management Job Purpose: Division Head for the Project Services functions covering Business and Management Systems. Provides Engineering Business and Management Systems. Responsible for the Occupational Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality Management Systems and Integrated Project Management System functions. Lead the identification, development, and implementation of new added-value improvement initiatives within Engineering Departments. Responsible for managing an Integrated Management System in the Directorate - Quality, Health, Safety, Environment, and Business Continuity, Integrated Project Management System, Portfolio/Project Performance reporting, ICT, and SAP support functions. Analyses business problems in the context of business processes, business requirements, business scenarios, interfaces, and high-level business architecture and identify opportunities for improvement and optimization to enable the Directorate to achieve its strategic objectives. Job requirements: BSc. in an Engineering Discipline or equivalent preferably with Masters in Business Management/ Administration. Fifteen (15) years of multi-disciplinary experience in various strata of project management including 5 years in the Oil and Gas Industry in a managerial position with maturity commensurate with Business Applications in an Engineering/Project Management environment. Require good knowledge of all aspects of engineering project development, and execution and sound knowledge of Business Administration. Good oral and written English language with reporting, presentation, negotiation, and effective leadership/motivation skills. Should have proficiency in computer systems and applications. Should possess good knowledge of current International Business Practices. About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Our Client an International EPC are looking for a Product Sourcing Manager to join them on a Permanent basis in their offices in Surrey. The role will be offered with a negotiable salary and attractive benefits package. Job Overview; As Product Sourcing Manager you'll collaborate with the Lead Product Sourcing Manager on several projects Job Purpose: Help to handle cost competitiveness through capital cost reduction and reduction of execution hours, as well as understand the Product Line's technical requirements and commercial implications of product line and category strategies. Develop & actively lead Product Procurement Strategies for Product Lines, including supplier qualification portfolio and planning for strategic product development. Participate in bid proposal kick-off meetings, review, and procurement estimating strategy meetings for all proposals for the assigned products, including Early Development Work and proposals for global projects and their respective new technologies. Work closely with Category Sourcing Managers (CSM) based globally to ensure that the needs of the Product Line are aligned to the respective supporting category strategies. Ensure that the plan for supplier qualification supports the product line competitiveness objectives on an ongoing basis. This will include the qualification of vendors for new technologies or new geographies Job requirements: BSc in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business or qualified by experience. Involvement in the strategic development of products or equipment categories, delivering results in a timely manner with commercial competence. Experience in influencing, communication, and facilitative skills, including cross-cultures and geographies. Strong understanding of technical, business, and commercial concepts / macro-economic factors. Good analytical and problem-solving skills Experienced in supplier negotiation About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Job Description On behalf of An Oil and gas EPC company Petroplan are looking for a Finance Analyst based in either their London office. Responsibilities; Manage the preparation, analysis and submission of the financial reporting (P/L, Balance Sheets, operational data), including monthly actuals, quarterly forecasts, annual Budget, Business Plan, Strategic Plan. The position is the company's first reference point for the analysis of information and monitoring of results versus company's objectives. Key responsibilities cover the following areas: Manage the preparation, analysis and submission to Head Office of monthly financial reporting, yearly budgets, and long term strategic business plan. Expand, develop and integrate centralised business analytics tools. Manage the preparation of the Company's capex, opex and common cost, no profit budgets in a timely manner and follow-up of the variance analysis of actual vs budget. Prepare monthly reporting to management. Support the Finance Manager in the implementation of financial policies, analysis of financial and economic impact of business operations on the Company's results, identification and selection of the most appropriate accounting treatments in order to achieve the Company's financial objectives. Qualifications and Experience: Strong conceptual and analytical skills. - Ability to use IT systems, understanding of Business Analytics Systems. Strong knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint. - excellent communication skills - Aptitude to work in multi-cultural environments. - Self-motivation and passion for data modelling - Flexible and proactive. About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Petroplan is seeking to hire a Cost Engineer for one of its clientsJob Purpose: Seeking an experienced Cost Engineer to join the company's Project Management team (PMT). The company's Project Management Teams are directly responsible and accountable for the delivery of best in class capital projects assigned to department. PMT is directly involved in executing and managing assigned projects safely, on schedule, within budget and to the highest standards of integrity and compliance. This will involve engineering design, procurement and construction of various sizes, types and complexity of small, medium to multi-billion dollar mega size projects. Project Management Departments manages and executes projects usually from multiple site offices or engineering contractor design offices, geographically scattered throughout the country.Job Requirements: Hold a bachelor's degree in Engineering from a recognized university have a minimum of fifteen years cost engineering experience in oil and gas, petrochemical, refinery projects or facilities, with at least ten years in managing project budgets, cost tracking, forecasting; and financial reporting with a Broad, multi-discipline knowledge and experience of cost engineering for Oil and Gas projects. A certification from Professional Organization is highly recommended. About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
QA/QC Inspector Location: Fort McMurray Contract term : 12 months Site based position - 2/2 rotation. The QA/QC Inspector/Coordinator will report to the site QA/QC Superintendent and support projects in Alberta and British Columbia projects on a two week on/two week off schedule. Responsibilities are as follows: * Ensures the contractor quality and commissioning records, acceptance certificates, mechanical completion certificates and the documentation for specific systems and buildings/areas are prepared and collated in accordance with project requirements * Administers and maintains completion management software * Coordinates with the planning and scheduling department to ensure milestone dates are understood for each turnover and handover area/system * Coordinates with the site QA/QC and commissioning for the completion of as-built turnover and handover documentation * Resolves any discrepancies between the completed milestone, quality and commissioning documentation * Coordinates with the commissioning department to define the scope of work and develop system component (tag) lists * Assist the site subcontractors to compile turnover dossiers as required * Provide turnover and handover progress information for incorporation into project reports * Monitor hydrostatic test packs for incorporation into the completion management system * Consider the implications of delays in QC as-built turnover documentation and bring to the attention of the site QA/QC manager * Monitor and control the status of punch list and exception lists relevant to quality dossiers and walkdowns * Attend the weekly QA/QC, and commissioning meetings * Coordinate any inconsistencies with test packages with the field QC site inspectors About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
Marine Specialist Petroplan are assisting a client of ours with their search for a Marine Specialist to join their offices in Surrey on a long-term contract. The client is a major consultancy within the energy market. As Marine Specialist, you will support the Civil and Marine manager. As such we are recruiting for a Marine Specialist who will be providing PMC oversight and guidance service to ADNOC for the FEED of a greenfield LNG production facility in the Middle East. The key responsibility is to is to interface with ADNOC management and SMEs, interface with FEED contractor(s), provide direction and expert knowledge. The role will be based in England reporting to the Marine Manager as such candidates are required to have right to work in the UK. Location: England Status: Contract Rate: D.O.E Core Competencies/Requirements: Minimum BSc Civil Engineering, or equivalent Minimum 15 years' experience in the Oil and Gas or Petrochemical industry Minimum 5 years' experience in the Middle East (preferred) 5 years' experience in a similar position on international Oil and Gas or Petrochemical projects and engineering teams on similar projects Experience of working on prior ADNOC projects would be an advantage. Please contact: for a confidential/non-committal chat. About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
There’s no question that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on all sectors globally, with job loss and furlough among the top consequences for employees. With many forced to work from home, the nature of work changed dramatically.
Recruitment was especially impacted by the pandemic, with the majority of businesses having to adjust their strategies throughout the crisis. With life now seemingly ‘normal’ again, we look at the recovery of the recruitment sector, and its future post-COVID.
The changing face of recruitment
Following the pandemic, recruitment and workplace trends have changed dramatically. Leaders are re-thinking their workforce and management style to keep pace with the large-scale shifts that are happening to businesses and the way people work.
One of the major changes in the world of recruitment is the rise of contingent and temporary workers. According to Staffing Industry, the number of temporary employees in the UK increased by 9.16 % on a seasonally adjusted basis to a total of around 1.71 million for the three months from October to December 2021, when compared to the same period the year before.
During lockdown periods, many organisations reduced their contractor budgets, but now there has clearly been a shift. Thanks to the rise of remote working, recruitment is no longer restricted to a location, which means recruiters have access to wider talent pools.
A new age of candidates
Before the onset of the pandemic, businesses were already recruiting in a highly competitive market and changes were on the horizon. Now, organisations are facing greater demands for benefits that focus on health and wellbeing, and flexible working. Recruiters will need to tailor their recruitment solutions to suit the needs of candidates in order to attract the same level of talent.
COVID-19 has to a large extent accelerated changes in consumer and employee behaviour, and there’s an increasing reliance on digital tools. According to McKinsey, 75% of European and North American executives that responded to a survey expect increased investment in new technologies until 2024.
Work-life balance is also another priority for today’s candidates, alongside long-term stability, which is more than likely a result of the uncertain financial situation caused by the pandemic.
What’s next for companies?
As businesses have started to recover and return to their offices, many professionals will be making changes in their careers and switching roles, enhancing the level of competition in the marketplace. The challenge for hiring managers lies in the ability to effectively sell the benefits of working for their company.
In the interview process, leaders should be differentiating themselves from other employers, focusing on areas such as culture and upward mobility. Now that millions of employees around the world have become accustomed to remote working, companies must offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
With 74% of current remote workers saying that having the option to work remotely would make them less likely to leave a company, the elevated importance of flexibility in the workplace is being continually reinforced.
Recovery and recruitment
So, how exactly can recruitment agencies adapt to the ever-changing market landscape? Firstly, recruiters need to regularly revisit and evaluate their recruitment strategy to assess their client organisation’s goals and make necessary adjustments based on market changes.
With the pandemic having paved the way for an even more transient workforce, today’s employees have a more varied approach to their careers. Recruitment agencies need to prioritise finding cultural fits and assure hiring managers that candidates who fit the culture will stay at the company long-term. M&A will be a priority as recruitment companies seek to protect their market positions in the face of ever-growing competition.
Recruiters will also need to be more consultative and showcase their expertise to attract the best candidates and focus on providing a seamless candidate experience by taking on board new digital technologies and processes.
Job roles continue to evolve, and leaders must make hiring the right talent a focal point of their strategy.
Helping your business to grow
At Petroplan we are the champions of talent and specialise in recruiting permanent personnel and contractors for businesses across the energy and infrastructure sectors, including oil and gas, renewables, technology, mining, power, and nuclear. As a talent solutions agency, we have an excellent knowledge of recruitment, and a team of experienced consultants who can provide the best advice, and results.
To find out how we can support you in the rapidly evolving climate, please contact our team today.
The energy crisis has flooded the news in recent weeks with rocketing energy bills leaving people worried and uneasy about the future. One development, which could be part of seven wider oil and gas projects in the UK, is the government’s fossil fuel industry regulator ‘green-lighting’ a new oil and gas project in the North Sea. The Abigail oil field is set to be developed just off the east coast of Scotland.
While campaigners are raising concerns about the decision, which comes six months after the UK hosted the COP26 climate change summit in Glasgow, the move could be a huge boost for the country’s energy sector.
The new oil and gas project will see a significant increase in job opportunities in the UK if it gets off the ground. In fact, here at Petroplan, we have invested in opening new offices in Manchester, and expanding our already existing hubs in London, and the Southeast of England because of the confidence we have in the sector, across both renewable and non-renewable markets. This confidence is underlined as the operations director of the Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) told Sky News that oil and gas will continue to be part of the energy mix for decades to come.
Challenges to non-renewable energy expansion in the UK
There’s a realistic possibility that the Abigail oil field project may come to fruition, despite a similar project being abruptly halted last December. The Cambo oil field was due to be constructed just off the Shetland islands until the organisation that had a 30% non-operation stake in the project pulled out last minute in December 2021, meaning the project could no longer continue.
It is thought that the pressure from climate change activists, who have long been critical of the oil fields, caused the company to scrap their plans.
Some of this pressure and criticism relates to the supply and demand of oil and gas in the UK, with some researchers claiming that building oil and gas infrastructure in the UK would create a surplus amount of product. This, however, seems unlikely with skyrocketing consumer prices in the UK in a response to a surge in demand throughout Europe. These pressures are exacerbated by the current political tensions in Europe and the likely strategic direction of European and UK interactions with Russian oil and gas production and distribution interests.
How could non-renewable energy expansion benefit the UK?
Campaigners challenging oil and gas developments could sit in direct contrast with pressure on the government from MPs who believe new fossil fuel development is needed to reduce UK energy bills.
It is possible that experts underestimate the amount of time it will take to fully commit to renewable energy sources; therefore, non-renewable energy sources will in all probability still be vital for decades to come. In line with this, it is predicted that fossil fuel production around the globe is set to soar over the next decade.
Expanding oil and gas infrastructure in the UK can be an advantage for people in the UK, protecting them from energy shortages, rising energy bills and strengthening the country’s energy security strategy.
Developments such as the Abigail oil field will not only have a positive impact to the public, but also on the oil and gas job market in the UK. The project will fuel highly skilled job creation whilst also equipping oil and gas workers with knowledge and experience that will eventually be transferrable to the wider energy sector as the country looks to adopt more renewable energy sources.
Are you hiring for oil and gas jobs in the UK?
At Petroplan, we specialise in recruiting contractors and permanent employees for businesses across the energy sector, including the oil and gas industry. We have a highly experienced team of recruitment specialists in the UK who have a strong understanding of the market and the challenges it faces. As champions of talent we continue to provide our clients with exceptional talent solutions. Contact our team today to find out more about how we can help your recruitment.
At the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition & Conference (ADIPEC) it was announced that the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is to be awarded $6 billion worth of investment to complete major contracts drilling for crude oil and gas, while also completing wells for future developments.
The investment will be implemented by distributing procurement awards to top drilling equipment contractors, covering wellheads, downhole completion equipment (DCE), liner hangers, and cementing accessories, including related components and services.
How will this affect the job market?
Crucially for the United Arab Emirates (UAE), this investment is principally internal. ADNOC has stated that all the liner hangers, more than $900 million worth of the wellheads, and over $700 million worth of DCEs will be produced exclusively in the UAE.
This gives an opportunity to grow UAE domestic manufacturing capability and increase the demand for highly skilled workers in the country. Oil and gas jobs in the United Arab Emirates are highly sought after and this $6 billion investment means the state can deliver more employment opportunities in the industry.
This potential increase in oil and gas jobs in the Middle East will stimulate growth in the private manufacturing and local industrial sectors, consequently growing the UAE’s economy. In fact, the output of oil and gas accounts for around 30% of the UAE’s total GDP, demonstrating how ADNOC plays a crucial role in supporting the continued growth of the country’s economy.
The UAE’s plans for the future
It is assumed that this $6 billion package will bring a huge amount of ICV (in-country value) to the UAE. ADNOC states that potentially 60% of the total value of the awards could re-enter the UAE’s economy as the contracts are fulfilled.
This package also demonstrates how ADNOC is aligning its growth with the objectives of the UAE’s ‘Principles of the 50’ guidelines for the UAE’S next historical phase, a new era of social and political growth. These plans for long-term growth underline the UAE’s ambition in the oil and gas sector, with ADNOC aiming to have an oil production capacity of 5 million barrels a day by 2030.
Included in the Principles of the 50 is the statement that ‘the main future driver for growth is human capital,’ highlighting how and retain specialist talent for employment in oil and gas jobs. The UAE believes that improving their educational system and building up the skills of their workforce internally is the way to ensure sustained, long-term growth in their economy.
Finding opportunities and talent in the UAE
At Petroplan we have longstanding experience in the oil and gas industry, finding the best talent for both contract and permanent hire. With a deep understanding of the Middle East market, our motivated team of consultants strives to build positive relationships between ambitious clients and talented contractors.
Since 2009 we have had offices in Iraq, Oman and the UAE (Dubai) and have established strong and trusted relationships with in-country partners. In the UAE specifically these strategic alliances mean that we are perfectly placed to fulfil recruitment needs in the UAE and facilitate effective communication between our clients and UAE nationals as and when required. Contact our team today to find out more about our recruitment services in the Middle East.
Creating a healthy and thriving workplace has always been a priority at Petroplan. An important element of achieving this is protecting and promoting the health, safety, and wellbeing of our team.
That’s why we have worked with and supported our mental health charity partner in the UK, Oakleaf, for more than a decade. As part of our dedicated CSR programme, we will be supporting a mental health charity in each of our operating regions, with Oakleaf the designated partner in the UK.
Oakleaf is a charity that works to empower people who have mental health needs, to gain meaningful employment and satisfying careers by restoring confidence and building self-esteem. People supported by Oakleaf can gain qualifications, learn, and practise new skills, and participate in activities to support overall wellbeing.
Recently, Petroplan became a founding member of the charity’s Mental Health Leaders Network. The network is a space for leaders from local organisations to come together and discuss topical challenges in the workplace.
The purpose of the network is to find solutions and frameworks that help to address employees’ mental health challenges and create a more supportive work environment. Recent discussions have covered the impact of hybrid working, financial worries, engagement issues, and intergenerational differences.
As a partner of Oakleaf, Petroplan employees can benefit from free mental health support and resources, including access to mental health first aid training and learning sessions such as ‘understanding stress and burnout’.
This helps us to not only recognise and manage our own worries and concerns at work, but also those of our colleagues, and creates a more engaging and supportive work environment.
Looking after mental health in our workplace is really important to us, and through our partnership with Oakleaf members of our teams are taking part in mental health first aid training to help us do more to support our people through any challenges they might be facing.
We look forward to seeing the network grow and the support it will give not only to our team, but also to other organisations and employees within the community.
For more information about Oakleaf, please visit: www.oakleaf-enterprise.org.
As the oil and gas sector makes the transition into clean energy, environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) has become all the more important in the industry. Today, companies are increasingly looking for new ways to promote ESG initiatives, as a growing number of customers and investors are urging organisations to take ESG issues more seriously. While the pressure is rising for oil and gas companies, the increased emphasis on ESG presents several opportunities for the sector. Below, we detail how ESG is re-shaping the energy industry and why it’s time for companies to address environmental concerns and adapt to this new paradigm.
The rise of ESG
Today, it’s become increasingly clear that ESG ratings are an important driver for stakeholders and investors in the energy sector, as well as the general public. ESG investing was once seen as a niche, but it’s become a crucial area for companies in every sector, particularly since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. The transition to a low carbon economy means businesses in the energy sector must ensure they’re aligned with the new energy landscape. ESG is no longer a box-ticking exercise, but fundamental for maintaining and attracting the support of stakeholders. It’s now more important than ever before that ESG is used as a workforce strategy. Energy companies that recognise the value of ESG will be able to attract and recruit the best talent, as well as meeting the challenging demands of the market.
Seeking sustainability
It’s widely understood that there’s an environmental threat in the oil and gas sector. Many companies in the industry have been taking steps to become compliant with ESG and curb the environmental impact. For example, according to reports, the British oil major BP has made plans to buy $220 million worth of solar projects to help push for a low-carbon future. And total investments over the past five years in renewables, hydrogen and digital technologies has been almost $60 billion. Evidently, oil and gas companies are beginning to view environmental conditions as a priority for improving operations and increasing value across their organisations. While most oil and gas companies will likely still invest in traditional production, clean energy is being taken more seriously by leaders in the industry.
Creating an ESG strategy
One of the biggest challenges for energy companies is implementing a successful ESG strategy. When businesses take a strategic approach to ESG that is linked to the goals and values of the company, leaders are more likely to see results. With ESG encompassing social and governance initiatives as well as the environment, it’s imperative that oil and gas companies assess the needs of their organisation and its employees. Building an ESG strategy in an oil and gas company is critical for satisfying a range of different stakeholders. ESG programs are also key for spurring innovation in the energy sector and reducing risks.
With a strong ESG framework, businesses can set action plans and measure performance indicators, which could include energy diversification, carbon footprint reduction and natural resource sustainability. The demand for ESG programs in the energy sector is now greater than ever. For oil and gas companies, embracing ESG shows that they care about employee welfare. Focusing on ESG represents social responsibility and a way for energy companies to gain trust, and future-proof their businesses for the new world of work.
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