What types of jobs are there in Oil and Gas?  

Hundreds of thousands of people are employed in the Oil and Gas industry around the world. They work in a huge variety of jobs covering every stage from discovering new reserves through to delivering fuel to gas stations for you to put in your car.

 

You could be working in a shipyard building an oil rig or an FPSO. Or maybe you're a Dynamic Positioning Officer making sure the 3rd gen drillship you work on stays in place while it drills above 2,000 metres of water 50 miles offshore.

 

Perhaps you're a Mechanical Engineer, developing concepts for LNG projects, or building the next generation of petrochemical refinery.

Whatever it is, a career in Oil and Gas is sure to be varied and rewarding.

Jobs in the field of Oil and Gas 

Project Subsea Engineer - OIC

Location: Perth

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Validation

Experience: 5 years

Support the OIC Lead with the management of the OIC Contract scope. Including assistance in procurement, tender review, sub-contract assessment, review of contractor claims, Lump Sum scope assessment and reimbursable portions of the works. Support OIC technical interfaces. Support the OIC team with the management of Risks and interfaces (internal & Contractors). Support development of mitigation plans to close out OIC execution risks Coordinate the technical input into the contract management of change system Provide engineering support to the Senior FCS (Field Control Station) Subsea Engineer, Senior Structures Subsea Engineer, Senior Project Engineer (Pre-Commissioning) and Project Subsea Engineer (Umbilical's) Support and coordinate where necessary third-party engineering contracts to aid in the support of design verification for the OIC scope. Support OIC MWS focal point with Marine Warranty input, document reviews and approvals for the OIC scope. Provide site support as required (overseas and Australia) as required.

Derrickhand

Location: Toowoomba

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Planning & Testing

Experience: 2 years

Assist drilling crew with all operations, including loading/unloading casing and derrick work Maintain drilling fluid properties, mud system, and related equipment as directed Mix mud to specifications and perform tests under Mud Engineer's guidance Diagnose and repair mud system equipment malfunctions Keep accurate logs of mud properties and daily drilling reports Supervise and train crew members on safety and operational procedures Enforce safety standards and report unsafe conditions promptly Participate in safety drills, emergency procedures, and maintain personal safety gear Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas Comply with HSE policies and support quality assurance improvements Work reasonable overtime as required Maintain technical manuals and contribute to team training compliance Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Lead Cost Engineer

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Controlling

Experience: 4 years

Development of monthly earned value, planned value and actual cost metrics to arrive at an appropriate estimate at completion (EAC) while calculating cost performance and schedule performance indicators (CPI / SPI) Prepare detailed, accurate calculations of Value of Work Done (VOWD), forecast reporting and trend data for benchmarking and production of LEs and OPs Produce or assist delivery teams in producing Project Change Requests in line with the Client's Management of Change procedure Have significant experience in MS Excel Engage and liaise with Planning Engineers to ensure contractor and internal schedules reflected in Primavera P6 and other systems are integrated with cost data

Warehouse Materials Handler

Location: Perth

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Transport & Logistics

Experience: 1 years

The Material Handler is responsible for general yard / warehouse duties. The capacity to follow instructions, work independently and demonstrate self-initiatives is a requirement. A strong work ethics, combined with positive attitude towards safety and quality control are essential for the roleEssential Responsibilities Actively participate in HSE, Integrity and Quality programs and initiatives. Strictly adhere to the HSE policies and procedures. Apply safe work practices for self and others at all times. Carry out stock takes and cycle counts on items stored in the warehouse and the yard. Perform housekeeping duties to ensure the yard / facility / shops are clean and tidy and kept to a high standard. Perform daily / routine maintenance tasks on equipment. Operate mobile equipment such as forklift, pallet stacker, Franna crane, cherry picker, etc Operate other shop equipment such as pedestal cranes, gantry cranes, high-pressure washdown, part washer, stenciling machine, metal strap binding machine, etc. Correct & safe use of power tools such as grinder, buffer, needle gun, etc. Load / off-load equipment, containers, etc safely without incidents. Handle equipment / materials movement as required between shops / warehouse / yard to meet business requirements. This includes preparing equipment (and associated paperwork) ready for either short/long term storage or for loading out. Perform general duties associated with preservation, storage and maintenance on subsea & drilling equipment such as buffing, cleaning, greasing, coating, painting, etc as per the company standards. When there are no duties in the yard or warehouse, the Material Handlers are expected to assist in the shops. Work independently to complete tasks and activities.

Mechanical Technician Intern

Location: Jandakot

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Planning & Testing

Experience: 1 years

Assist in routine maintenance, inspection, and repair of mechanical components including pumps, valves, engines, and rotating equipment. Support the assembly and disassembly of tools and machinery under supervision. Participate in equipment testing, calibration, and reporting. Maintain accurate documentation and logs for maintenance activities. Adhere to company safety standards and protocols at all times. Keep work area clean, organized, and compliant with HSE regulations. Collaborate with technicians and engineers to identify and resolve mechanical issues.

Asset Development Engineer - Non Technical Risk

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Validation

Experience: 3 years

Coordinate the timely release of ATWs by managing inputs from Environment, Tenure, Cultural Heritage, Land Access, and other NTR functions Support progression of sanctioned and pre-sanctioned scopes through Upstream Delivery Process (UDP) Prioritise and influence a broad stakeholder group to meet project schedules and minimise risk Identify and mitigate constraints across technical, non-technical and constructability considerations Support the development of Project Change Requests (PCRs) and post-ATW execution requirements Facilitate interface alignment across Survey, Engineering, Land Access, Geomatics, and Operations

Execution Advisor - Gathering

Location: Chinchilla

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Validation

Experience: 3 years

Act as the Authorised Person for excavation, ensuring all field works meet site permit and isolation requirements. Coordinate and lead site readiness and field mobilisation, ensuring work areas are controlled and compliant. Oversee the execution of HDPE gathering systems, including pipelines, wellhead connections, and tie-ins. Ensure all work is carried out to Issued for Construction (IFC) specifications and within environmental boundaries. Support safe installation of mechanical connections, hot tap activities, hydrotesting, and backfill. Review and sign off on key documents including Permit to Work (PTW), Ground Disturbance Checklists, and daily field documentation. Monitor and report on construction progress, identify execution risks, and ensure resolution through collaboration with contractors and internal stakeholders. Ensure compliance with QHSE policies and procedures, drive field productivity, and resolve any emerging issues during execution.

Senior Completions Engineer

Location: Perth

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Validation

Experience: 5 years

Deliver assurance support across multiple well scopes Contribute to completion engineering design and execution plans Coordinate with subsurface, subsea and facility teams to drive integrated well delivery Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team capability development

Process Safety Engineer

Location: Perth

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: HSEQ

Experience: 5 years

Identify, assess, and manage hazards with a particular focus on accident events with potential to impact personnel, e.g. multiple fatalities or process safety events. Leading and coaching the business in process safety management Regulatory management and engagement - lead and coaching Facilitation of workshops Provide advice, coaching and support on Safety in Design and Process Safety Management aspects to Woodside and Contractor operations/development/project Responsible for the definition, planning and coordination of process safety activities within nominated areas of responsibility Responsible for the delivery of the safety in design engineering aspects in accordance with agreed scopes of work Responsible for the meeting of standards, process and procedures for integrity management Responsible to ensure that discipline specific competency is current and skill development plan in place for key gaps Responsible for ensuring inherent safety principals are followed by engineers within nominated areas of responsibility, and that risks are ALARP Agree with Technical Authority the key technical risks and mitigations plans in place for their management Respond to technical queries from service recipients in the required timeframe Review contractor safety in design documentation on behalf of Woodside, including point accountability for squad check comment resolution in the required timeframe Promote and implement continuous improvement opportunities in line with Woodside health and safety policy, standards, procedures and guidelines Contribute to establishing and building internal capability, through development of people and incorporation of lessons learnt.

Offshore Logistics Coordinator

Location: Sale

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Validation

Experience: 5 years

Act as the key offshore focal point for all cargo and deck logistics. Manage daily rig logistics using KABAL and prepare vessel manifests, deck plans, and load-out schedules. Coordinate closely with shorebase, marine teams, and drilling personnel to align with the daily operations plan. Ensure safe and compliant handling of Dangerous Goods, waste fluids, and chemicals in line with regulatory standards. Monitor and report on all rental equipment movements, ensuring cost control and schedule efficiency. Lead offshore deck management and logistics performance reporting, including any non-conformances or incidents.

Companies and Projects we work with   

Across all three main areas - upstream, midstream and downstream - we have clients with projects that need to be delivered.

 

We work with most of the "Supermajors" like Shell, Exxon, Chevron, Eni and Total, as well as a range of other Operators, EPCs and Service Companies; Schlumberger, Novatech, McDermott, Qatar Petroleum, SBM, Neptune and Wood to name a few.

 

When it comes to projects, you can expect to be involved in the leading examples of exploration, development and transportation of hydrocarbons. Pipeline projects like SouthStream, NordStream, Baltic Pipeline and TAP. LNG projects such as Kitimat, Sabine Pass or Qatar Gas Expansion.

 

Through Brunel you could be working on just about every continent, we have clients in Canada, the United States, Brazil, Guyana, Mozambique, Algeria, Italy, The Netherlands, Norway, Japan, Papua New Guinea and Australia just to name a few.

 

Get in touch with us today and see what opportunities there could  be for you.

Why work with Brunel?  

For nearly 50 years we've been working with companies in Oil and Gas, helping them find the specialists they need to deliver their projects.

 

We'll help you find the job you want, in the country you want. Whether it's working on rotation as a contractor with all logistics taken care of by us, or helping you & your family relocate to a new country, our team of specialists will be there for you 24/7.

 

What sets us apart from other recruitment agencies? To be honest, most of them do a lot of the same things, but where we really are different is in the quality of the services we provide to both our clients and our contractors. 

Firefighter job openings 

We have dozens op job openings for firefighters. Preferably with Oil and Gas experience, but mining or power plant welcome too.


Relocation to the project site in Kuwait is taken care of by Brunel, as are other job perks like accommodation and food. These jobs are for 2 years, with an option to take longer. There are good benefits.