| If you are interested in entering the oil | | | | your chances of getting the job you want. |
| industry then you need to be sure you have | | | | When you work at an onshore company you will |
| got what it takes to apply for these | | | | be trained to use the equipment safely and |
| positions. There are a few aspects that need | | | | learn how to oil rigs work. Onboard there |
| to be taken into consideration when you are | | | | will be classroom-based training as well as |
| thinking about joining this industry. If you | | | | practical training. Over time you will be |
| have had little or no previous experience | | | | given the chance to move forward and apply |
| then you will need to work at an entry level | | | | for work that is more demanding and better |
| job and work up.The easiest way to improve | | | | paid. Starting off at an entry-level job you |
| your chances are to work for an onshore oil | | | | can expect a salary of US 50,000 a year and |
| rig company first or complete a Fire-fighter | | | | upwards. This amount may vary depending on |
| or basic offshore survival certificate. This | | | | your contract with the Oil Company. Do not be |
| training is not required but may increase | | | | put off if you may think you are too old. |