Get Your Foot in the Door
With the right training and education, you'll be on the
fast-track to an exciting career in the oil and gas industry! There
is a wealth of knowledge just waiting to be tapped into, by
potential workers just like you. Many public and private
institutions offer a variety of courses specific to oil and gas.
Courses might include learning about the basics of the oil and gas
industry, oil and gas safety training, certifications, degrees and
diplomas.
Professional certifications, college diplomas and university
degrees can take you far in the oil and gas industry. Math, science
and computer courses are particularly valuable in most job sectors,
as much of the equipment used in the field requires you to deal
with instrumentation, computers and chemicals.
The types of courses and training vary by occupation, so be sure
to research your education options well in advance to starting your
career in the industry.
You can find a wide variety of oil and gas jobs that range from
entry-level labour and helper
positions in the oilpatch, to more specialized careers in geosciencesand engineering.
Some basic skills for success in the oil and gas
industry are:
- Grade 12 education (other specialized
/ professional careers may require a diploma or degree)
- Proficient in the English language -
reading, writing, speaking and listening /
comprehension
- Problem solving and decision making
skills
- Planning and organizational
skills
- Computer literacy
- Use of documentation skills (plans,
directions, maps, etc.)
- Math and science skills
- Mechanical aptitude
- Good listening skills
Some common industry values for success
are:
- Good work ethic and capable of
working hard
- Motivation to succeed
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and
collaboration
- Desire to learn and grow
- Entrepeneurial
- Highly adaptable and
flexible