Offshore Oil Rig Jobs

With over 60 operational offices located all over the world, and contractors in 90+ countries, Airswift connects you to the finest offshore oil rig jobs.

Airswift has been recruiting for the oil industry for 4 decades. We have helped oil rig managers, drilling engineers and safety consultants find rewarding career opportunities in specialist roles with:

Energy supermajors (e.g. BP, Shell and ExxonMobil)
EPCs
Oilfield service companies
Drilling contractors
Oil rig technology providers

Offshore workers wanted in a range of disciplines

We are hiring for a range of verticals on rigs and offshore platforms.

Commissioning
Construction
Drilling and completions
Engineering and design
Health, safety and environmental
Inspection
Operations and production
Planning/scheduling
Project services
Quality

Work in a variety of oil and gas locations and functions

Here at Airswift, we support your job search with the expertise of specialist recruiters and access to the leading companies in the global energy industry.

Airswift is positioned to support offshore installations, oil platforms and drilling rigs all over the world. We have offices in North America, The Middle East, Europe, Africa, Asia, Caspian, Latin America and Australasia.

We recruit for all stages of the project lifecycle from design to exploration, fabrication of FPSOs all the way to offshore oil production, refining and distribution.

Visit the job links on this page or register on our candidate portal and sign up for job alerts.

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 a manager looking to hire potential candidates?

Airswift works with global oil and gas companies to provide staffing solutions. When you work with us on your next project, you’ll find that our candidates meet over 90% of your job description qualifications.

We also provide an extensive host of HR services, including background checks, drug screenings, payroll and contract negotiations.

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