The oil and gas industry is a key driver of Australia’s economy, generating around 80,000 direct and indirect jobs through the production of liquefied natural gas (LNG), crude oil, and condensate. While exploration and production predominantly takes place in Western Australia, companies all over Australia supply goods and services to the industry and fly-in fly-out staffing draws from a national talent pool, spreading economic benefits across the country. Read on to learn more about this industry, including trends, challenges, and forecasts.
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Upcoming Australian oil and gas projectsWe explore three major upcoming Australian oil and gas projects, including their value, lifespan and how many jobs they will generate. -
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What do offshore workers do? And how much do they make?In the oil and gas industry, offshore worker roles are wide-ranging. For example, as an offshore driller, you might operate and control the drilling machinery that extracts oil from the seabed. Offshore oil workers can expect to earn between AUD $50, ...
