Just as working conditions vary in the oil and gas industry, the
same can be said for the work culture. A company's work culture is
influenced by many factors such as work-life balance, accessibility
to training and professional development, team building,
camaraderie between co-workers, fulfilling and challenging work
opportunities, promotion and advancement, and incentive and bonus
programs. Many oil and gas employers are committed to retaining
employees by creating a positive work culture. Although companies
differ in the type of culture that is promoted in their
organization, many value and emphasize the following:
- Safety is promoted
and valued. Companies understand the need for their employees to be
safe and work safe. Many organizations offer thoroughtraining
programs and encourage safety by promoting employee
awareness.
- Education and
continuous learning is emphasized. Employers typically offer
incentives and programs to help employees reach their full
potential. Some companies will even pay for courses that are
related to your field of work!
- Work-life balance is
encouraged and promoted through company programs. For jobs in an
office setting, incentives such as flex days or Fridays off are
used. For jobs on site, incentives such as rotational work or
recreational facilities are used.
You can easily find out about a company's work culture by
visiting their Career pages, or researching their Vision and
Mission statements. Knowing a little about a company's short and
long-term goals will tell you a lot about where the company is
heading. Even though the type of work culture differs among
companies, there are some similarities between the types of
incentives to build a positive and safe culture. The oil and gas
industry offers plenty of options to suit your needs!
To see the work culture in various oil and gas companies, check
out the career pages of our Featured
Employers.
Check out our Day in the Life
Profiles and Career Options resources to learn more
about requirements and work culture for specific occupations.