Drilling Engineer Jobs

Why Airswift?

Airswift is a recruitment company that understands the demanding nature of the energy sector. Over the last 40 years, we’ve helped thousands of candidates find jobs worldwide, and we have more than 60 offices worldwide.

Airswift has a vast global presence and with head offices in Houston, Manchester and Singapore, we can help you find onshore and offshore drilling jobs in countries all over the world.

We work with a range of companies hiring including:

Oil operation and production companies, particularly large international oil organisations
Integrated service providers who provide staff in different disciplines
Engineering consultancies
Specialist drilling contractors undertaking drilling work internationally. These companies usually have their own drilling rigs.

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I have always found Airswift to be very responsive, helpful and knowledgeable. We have used Airswift specifically to facilitate talent needs in countries where we have not had an entity or where we have had a need for specific workforce assistance that Airswift can provide.

Individuals have gone the extra mile to ensure that my needs are met. In my opinion, no company has conducted itself in a more professional manner than Airswift.

Airswift gave excellent help with the whole process, from visa, flights to medical transportation. Everyone has been very helpful and welcoming. A great team all around. Airswift is an excellent organisation.

Airswift has a team of specialist recruiters which have been pivotal in providing high quality talent throughout our operations in Papua New Guinea. The team at Airswift have shown themselves to be an ethical, reliable and responsible partner continuously adding value in every situation.

Are you an employer looking for drilling engineers?

If you’re an employer or hiring manager looking for talent to fill your drilling engineer positions, we can help.

Airswift can take care of all HR details such as contract negotiation, background checks and drug screens. This will give you more time to run your business.

Speak to our Talent Acquisition Team

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