Engineering Jobs and Vacancies
Qualified engineers are always in high demand in the oil, gas and energy industry. If you are looking for a role in engineering, Petroplan can help you find a role that closely matches your skills and experience, with any specialism from planning to a mechanical engineering job.
Exploration and recovery, platform design, pipelines, down-hole instrumentation and energy transformation are just some of the areas in the oil, gas and energy industry that require skilled engineers.
Why choose Petroplan?
Petroplan have a longstanding history of filling mechanical engineering vacancies in the oil & gas industry. We are a key contact for many of oil and gas companies when they are looking for an engineer, for both contract and permanent roles.
Industry leading companies are always seeking to recruit the best, therefore Petroplan place emphasis on quality over quantity. This assurance leads to lasting relationships with many clients who frequently use Petroplan as their first option when it comes to filling specialist vacancies. In turn, this gives our candidates priority access to numerous positions, allowing them the best possible chance at getting their ideal role.
Engineering Excellence
In order to place candidates in the most suitable roles Petroplan’s recruitment consultants are put through extensive training and development in relation to engineering specialisms and training requirements. This ensures our consultants are equipped to answer any questions you may have about your suitability for a particular role. They are experts at matching candidate’s skills and experience to the requirements of engineering roles, having successfully recruited for a wide range of positions including chemical, electrical, mechanical, systems and project engineers.
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Operator Technician
Operator
**Must reside within 60 minutes call-out radii of the plant near Crowsnest Pass- (Fernie to Pincher Creek inclusive) or willing to relocate at your own expense. About the Role Seeking an Operations Technician or Instrument Technician on a permanent basis who can join the existing 2-man team in a contracting capacity. Reporting to the site manager who works as your cross shift, the role holder will oversee all major operations of the facility and be responsible for the plant's efficient operation, including responding o out of hours call outs whilst on shift. This role is based on a 7 day on/off shift pattern. After an initial progressive training program, the role holder will mainly be running the site alone. The key features of this position include:
About the Qualifications This person must have prior experience working as a plant operator/technician and have the following qualifications/experiences:
Job Type: Day shift (8hrs for 7 days, with 4hrs handover to cross-shift) with payment for responding to call-outs. Job Type: Full-time Drivers License (Class 5) |
About Petroplan:
Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.
Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.
For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com
Contract Specialist
Contracts Specialist - Oil & Gas Operator - Lake Charles, Louisiana
Petroplan is now accepting applications for a Contracts Specialist to work for a major Oil & Gas company, in the Lake Charles Louisiana area. Prospective candidates must have worked on a major construction project and preferably have worked for an Owner / Operator. This is a contract role, offering an excellent rate of compensation with an immediate start for the successful candidate.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for negotiations, contract issues, and/or administration of licensing agreements including new business, invoicing, renewal, credit holds, consolidations and receivable issues.
- Prepare and maintain form agreements, terms and conditions, information databases, etc., to be used by business personnel.
- Assist with securing bonds and insurance certificates.
- Train business personnel on form agreements and contracts, terms and conditions.
Qualifications:
- Minimum education: Bachelor's Degree in either Business Administrative, Quantity Surveyor, or Engineering.
- Must have 5 to 10 years' experience of Contracts Specialist working in Oil and Gas industry.
- Experience working for an operator is preferable.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with an emphasis on timely delivery, cost consciousness, interactive work style and sound execution.
- A Valid US Work Permit is required.
Contracts Specialist - Oil & Gas Operator - Lake Charles, Louisiana
About Petroplan:
Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.
Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.
For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com
Production Manager
Petroplan is currently recruiting for a Production Manager on behalf of an oil and gas company based in Pittsburgh, PA.
This position requires extensive experience in Petroleum/Production Engineering with a particular focus on liquid rich shale gas production. Local knowledge is also key with this role and prospective candidates must have previously worked on shale gas assets in the Appalachian Basin.
Minimum Qualifications/Experience
- 10 years in Petroleum Engineering with extensive experience in shale gas assets
- Previous production experience in the Appalachian Basin
- Management experience
- Knowledgeable with artifical lift methods as well as technical knowledge to understand reservoir charactistics
- Ability to perform Economic Evaluations with prior experience writing business plans
- Familiar with horizontal gas completions and well design
- Engineering degree (Petroleum Engineering preferred)
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you meet the above criteria and are eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.
About Petroplan:
Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.
Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.
For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com
Operator Assistant
Operator Assistant
Assists in rigging up and down of any service line equipment. Assists in assembly and preparation of equipment for installation and service. Assists in the running of a job and in the clean up, repair, and preparation for the next job. Promotes and takes an active part in the Quality Improvement Process. Ensures compliance with HSE regulations and guidelines. Promotes safety awareness and environmental consciousness, and complies with all applicable safety and environmental procedures and regulations. Works under direct supervision with no experience required. This is the entry level position into the service operator job family.
On an offshore rig, under supervision of the Mudlogging Engineer, the Sample Cather gathers, assembles, and assures timely delivery of sets of cuttings samples as per customer requirements. Moderate physical activity is required to collect and process samples. Samples must be washed, dried, stored in prescribed containers and properly labelled. Candidates must be Newfoundland residents and have all training required for travel offshore as per CAPP requirements (refer below) The following valid safety courses are required before onboarding the sample catchers: CAPP Medical CAPP Respirator Fit test BST(or BST-R)/HUEBA Flight Suit fitting H2S WHMIS Must be supplied with all PPE: Coveralls - orange colour Hard hat - orange colour Safety boots (higher than ankle) Safety glasses Impact gloves The work is also not going to be steady since the drilling activity will be up and down, there may be some breaks of a few weeks up to a couple months in the drilling activity where we would not be using the sample catchers, but we would like to have the same people at our disposal/on call when the drilling stats up again. we only pay for the sample catchers for days on the rig.
About Petroplan:
Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.
Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.
For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com
Recruitment Consultant (Wells & Drilling)
Recruitment Consultant / Senior Recruitment Consultant (Wells & Drilling)
Location: Waterloo, London, UK
Salary: On offer is an attractive base salary Commission scheme
An exciting opportunity has arisen within Petroplan UK looking for an established "360 Recruiter" to join our business based in London
Please be aware that for the position of Recruitment Consultant:
- Applicants must currently be living in London / surrounds
- Sponsorship is not available so applicants must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship!
Recruitment Consultant Job Description
- Building strong relationships with specific clients to ensure Petroplan is their recruitment partner of choice and the first point of contact when business needs arise.
- Business Development - researching and approaching new prospect companies, approaching and developing professional relationships with them and converting them to sustainable clients
- Building strong relationships with candidates to ensure Petroplan is their preferred specialist recruitment partner in helping them achieve their career objectives and realise their potential. This will include achieving weekly targets in terms of candidate calls, and liaising and supporting researchers in their challenge to build a quality candidate database
- Generating gross profit through placements in accordance with targets agreed with your line manager, ensuring you run a profitable and efficient desk
- Sourcing candidates and liaising with other RC colleagues to ensure that you put forward the best candidates for the relevant role
Recruitment Consultant Job Requirements:
Essential - if you do not fulfil these requirements, you will not be considered for the position:
- 2-5 years 360-external recruitment experience (agency), preferably in Oil & Gas, Technical, Engineering OR 2-5 years' sales experience with a track record of success and sales achievement that would be interested to work within wells & drilling recruitment
- Proven track record in billing and business development
- Can demonstrate good experience in developing and maintaining client and candidate relationships, preferably with passive candidates
- Be resilient, determined, proactive and keen to challenge
Desirable
- Recruitment experience within Oil & Gas / Engineering / Technical
- Degree
Benefits for the Recruitment Consultant role
- International opportunities
- Investment in you and your career
- Early finishes
- Regular casual dress
- Working from home opportunities
- Your suggestions are actually considered
Please contact Lindsay Sher on 44 (0) 1483 881 642 or [email protected]
Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Petroplan Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Recruitment Resourcer - Houston (Oil & Gas)
RECRUITMENT RESOURCER (OIL & GAS)
HOUSTON, TEXAS
We are looking for energetic, confident and ambitious individuals wanting to kick start a career in oil and gas recruitment!
Does this sound like you?
From day 1 you will be fully submerged into the exciting world of recruitment with the complete support from our experienced team. Comprehensive training will be ongoing to assist you on your journey from Resourcer to Recruitment Consultant and beyond! There's no time frame, you will progress based on your ability and performance, so prove yourself and you will advance quickly.
The oil and gas market is immense - there is lots of money to be made! Being part of such a niche industry allows for speedy career progression as well as the opportunity to earn an attractive benefits and commission package.
So apply now and be part of a growing specialist global recruitment consultancy.
Your immediate responsibilities will include:
Daily passive and active candidate sourcing
Communicating across the globe on a daily basis
Creating and developing relationships with candidates
Networking
Screening candidates and matching them to vacancies
Advertising vacancies using relevant job boards etc.
Learning about the recruitment process
Drive sales through building long term relationships
Sourcing and selecting candidates against vacancies, assisting the relevant recruitment consultant on each vacancy
Hitting placement and KPI targets
Building the business' candidate database, ensuring all candidates' full details are stored and kept updated; putting new candidate details on our recruitment as instructed by account managers
Desired Skills and Experience:
6 months relevant recruitment resourcing experience (preferably within oil & gas) OR a Recent Graduate with a related qualification
You must:
Have an inquiring and inquisitive mind which thrives on building relationships at all levels
Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Be able to gain people's confidence, put them at ease and develop relationships quickly
Be persuasive and persistent
Be of smart appearance
Have good organisational and administrative skills
Have excellent IT skills - a working knowledge of Linked In is preferred as is database experience
Have the ability to work well under pressure, with a robust and resilient attitude in order to deal effectively with work demand
Have a good eye for detail, presentation and overall high work standards
Have a committed, keen and hardworking attitude; able to organise oneself and deliver result's
Please send your resume to Lindsay Sher on [email protected] or call 1 832 548 0613
Please note you must be fully eligible to live and work in the US to be considered for the role above.
Petroplan Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Recruitment Resourcer - London (Oil & Gas)
RECRUITMENT RESOURCER (OIL & GAS)
LONDON
We are looking for energetic, confident and ambitious individuals wanting to kick start a career in oil and gas recruitment!
Does this sound like you?
From day 1 you will be fully submerged into the exciting world of recruitment with the complete support from our experienced team. Comprehensive training will be ongoing to assist you on your journey from Resourcer to Recruitment Consultant and beyond! There's no time frame, you will progress based on your ability and performance, so prove yourself and you will advance quickly.
The oil and gas market is immense - there is lots of money to be made! Being part of such a niche industry allows for speedy career progression as well as the opportunity to earn an attractive benefits and commission package.
So apply now and be part of a growing specialist global recruitment consultancy.
Your immediate responsibilities will include:
Daily passive and active candidate sourcing
Communicating across the globe on a daily basis
Creating and developing relationships with candidates
Networking
Screening candidates and matching them to vacancies
Advertising vacancies using relevant job boards etc.
Learning about the recruitment process
Drive sales through building long term relationships
Sourcing and selecting candidates against vacancies, assisting the relevant recruitment consultant on each vacancy
Hitting placement and KPI targets
Building the business' candidate database, ensuring all candidates' full details are stored and kept updated; putting new candidate details on our recruitment as instructed by account managers
Desired Skills and Experience:
6 months relevant recruitment resourcing experience (preferably within oil & gas) OR a Recent Graduate with a related Oil & Gas qualification
You must:
Have an inquiring and inquisitive mind which thrives on building relationships at all levels
Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Be able to gain people's confidence, put them at ease and develop relationships quickly
Be persuasive and persistent
Be of smart appearance
Have good organisational and administrative skills
Have excellent IT skills - a working knowledge of Linked In is preferred as is database experience
Have the ability to work well under pressure, with a robust and resilient attitude in order to deal effectively with work demand
Have a good eye for detail, presentation and overall high work standards
Have a committed, keen and hardworking attitude; able to organise oneself and deliver result's
Please send your CV to Lindsay Sher on [email protected] or call 44 1483 881 642
Please note you must be fully eligible to live and work in the UK to be considered for the role above.
Petroplan Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Medgate System Testing Analyst
Our client is currently seeking a Medgate System Testing Analyst for a 4 month contract role in Calgary, AB.
This position provides support to each H&W program - Integrated Disability Management, Alcohol & Drug, and Site Services to assist in the development and enhancement of the Medgate User Acceptance Test Scripts, execution of Medgate User Acceptance Testing for break/fixes, patches and scheduled service packs for 2017. In addition this position will be required to revise and update test scripts where Medgate configuration is required. This role will also facilitate the move to testing execution within the HPQC system, rather than via spreadsheets.
This position will also be required to develop new end user training workbooks for some H&W programs and revise existing end-user training workbooks to ensure they are current and aligned to updated business processes and the upgraded Medgate GX2 platform and configurations.
This position will work closely with Subject Matter Experts in each of the H&W programs to understand the business processes behind the system to be able to develop and update test scripts and end user workbooks.
This position will work closely with the Medgate Super User network to progress development and stabilization of the new Medgate sustainment model.
EDUCATION
- Business Degree or Information Technology Degree is preferred
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Experience in Medgate is required
- System Testing (e.g. User Acceptance Testing) experience is required
- Test script development experience is an asset
- HPQC (or other testing system) experience is an asset
- Microsoft excel and word proficiency
Candidates must be incorporated or be willing to incorporate in order to be considered.
About Petroplan:
Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.
Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.
For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com
Creo 2.0 Drafting Engineer/Consultant
I am currently recruiting for a client who is specialized in Drill Bit technology located here in Houston, TX. This is a contract role, roughly lasting 5-6 months, with potential to go on longer. They are ideally looking for a Drafting Engineer with a drafting background in Drill Bit Technology and has experience with PTC Creo design software.
The project will entail as followed: They have a legacy system and are wanting to move it over to Creo 2.0. The candidates will need to be comfortable migrating all drawing from their legacy system: GMS to Creo 2.0
- Needs to be comfortable migrating, forging, and consolidating drawings from 3 7/8 to 34 inches
- Not a complete start from scratch. They have a team in place who has Creo 2.0 experience so they will have a team that can help, but this consultant must be able to hit the ground running.
- Knowledge of Creo 2.0 Surfaces
- Must be knowledgeable design head of the drill bit (that's the most complicated)
- Other duties as directed.
About Petroplan:
Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.
Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.
For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com
Project Engineer
Project Engineer - Owner / Operator - MEGA LNG Project - Houston, Texas
Petroplan is now accepting applications for a Project Engineer opening, on behalf of an Owner / Operator client. Prospective candidates must have worked or are working on a MEGA LNG project. This position will be based in the clients Houston, Texas office and will be a direct hire opening. After 2 / 3 years, this position will relocate to the Lake Charles, Louisiana area.
Responsibilities:
- Directs and supervises the activities of moderate to large size teams of engineers, planner, tech writers and designers.
- Uses team management skills to lead the production engineering group
- Excellent technical judgment and appreciable independent evaluation, creativity and latitude in making decisions are expected.
- Assist in Bid and Proposal efforts including cost estimating, technical approach definition and input to baseline schedule data.
Qualifications:
- Minimum education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Process are preferred).
- A minimum of 8 years of proficient Project Engineering experience, working in the Oil and Gas industry.
- A minimum of 2 years of MEGA LNG project experience, including post Design into EPC Execution, Commissioning and Operations project stage.
- Experience working for an operator is preferable.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with an emphasis on timely delivery, cost consciousness, interactive work style and sound execution.
- A Valid US Work Permit is required.
Project Engineer - Owner / Operator - MEGA LNG Project - Houston, Texas
About Petroplan:
Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.
Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa and Australasia support projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.
For more information please feel free to visit our website http://petroplan.com
