In general it can be said that the oil and gas industry salaries are above the average level in the similar job-type of other types of industries.

If you check out the job ads on this website, you will see that the companies seeking for new people are not the smallest; they are part of big corporation’s. In general the oil and gas companies are at the top of the list when it comes to best employers with the best total package of salary combined with additional benefits.

Experience Pays!

The starting salaries for engineers in the oil and gas industry are the highest in its field. After the point of starting salary, the companies are glad to pay you more as your experience and knowledge builds. The sector needs professionals and is willing to pay the professionals the salary needed to make them part of their team.

In summary, we can say this industry is more than competitive when it comes to salaries and benefits. It is not the most important point to base your career choice on, but is certainly something a lot of people do not value and consider essential.