Based on the contribution to the GDP of about 49.8 percent, it is safe to say that the oil and gas sector is the
most important sector in Abu Dhabi. The earnings from the sector are
responsible for the rise in the economic stature of Abu Dhabi, and hence any
change – upward or downward, is capable of causing ripple effects across other
sectors. The sector, therefore not only generates a lot of oil and gas jobs, but also help in the creation of jobs in other
sectors including health care, real estate, hospitality, IT and many more.
Historically, UAE has been considered as one of the
oil rich areas, and hence has always remained as one of the top most areas to
have a job in the oil and gas industry. The sector has been able to hire people
from a wide range of skill sets ranging from engineering to management.
Therefore, a lot of nationals and expats have taken jobs in this sector and in
a bid to secure their future.
The recent downturn and the difference of its effects
on the oil gas industry worldwide versus on the industry in Abu Dhabi provides a testimony to the aforementioned
statement. Despite the
uninspired performance by oil and gas sector, the hiring trend remained upbeat
and a thousands of opportunities were created in Abu Dhabi. Case in point -
Emirates National Oil Company recently announced that it is looking for smart
individuals to fill the available job opportunities. The company is looking for personnel to fill the
positions in different areas including operations and terminal, general
services, drilling, engineering and business support. Another renowned company
named Petrofac- an
oilfield service company in Sharjah, has also recently hired qualified
personnel in multiple vacant positions available.
Additionally, a
well-known international company, Halliburton has added multiple positions
including operator assistant at entry, senior level, senior interns, interns
and service supervisor in its offices in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. This behaviour,
which is the oil and gas job market in cities like Abu Dhabi and Dubai is
immune to the downward trend in global market, is one of the reasons why oil and gas jobs in the gulf region
have attracted many expats. While other parts of the world were affected
negatively, jobs in Abu Dhabi
provided job security in addition to good packages.
Abu Dhabi, the national capital of United Arab
Emirates, is one of the richest places in the world. Long facades, skyscrapers
and a perfect mix of culture coupled with modern outlook have made the place as
one of the preferred locations to reside in. Another reason that highlights the
city as one of the top places is the strong job sector.
As mentioned earlier, the city was almost immune to
the recent downturn in the global economy, with number of job opportunities
remaining fairly constant. This was mainly driven by the strong hold of oil and
gas sector in the city. Abu Dhabi sits on an island off the mainland in the
Persian Gulf, an area rich in oil and gas, making it a powerhouse of jobs in
oil and gas industry.
This strategic
location has helped it attract many international players and also provide
boost to national companies. Presence of companies including Abu Dhabi National
Oil Company, British Petroleum, Dolphin Company, ZADCO, Impex, Exxon Mobile
Corporation, Crescent Petroleum, Occidental, Total (Abu Al Bukhoosh) has led to
the generation of a large number of jobs which has positively influenced
country’s economy and this further has translated into job opportunities in other
sectors. In short, the stronghold of the gas sector has helped the city in
numerous ways by lifting its economy and generating jobs for its residents.
In order to make the most of these opportunities,
candidates including fresh graduates and experienced professionals should
ensure that they take all the steps required to succeed in the new positions.
Following is a brief summary of these steps:
- Start the process of looking for positions by being certain of your aspirations and goals. Since the city has a lot to offer in terms of job opportunities, it is very likely to get overwhelmed and spend your time chasing wrong threads.
- Compile a list of companies and the available positions. Investigate thoroughly to understand the nature of work.
- Get a clear understanding of expectations in terms of working hours, required travelling, future prospects, pay scale etc. Jobs in oil and gas sectors are generally divided into two broad categories – management and field jobs. Since both of these are pretty different in terms of the aforementioned factors, it is critical to have this understanding.
- Expats, specifically, need to be well educated about the local culture and dialect. They should also do an extensive research on visa requirements, and check if the prospective employer is open to sponsorship and assisting in the required paperwork.
In conclusion, finding a position in Abu Dhabi will
guarantee you a lucrative salary and a good life. Better yet, a job in the oil and gas
sector will also offer you job security in addition to the aforementioned
perks, but since the number of opportunities are so vast, it is pertinent that
a candidate should take all the aforementioned steps to make the most of all
the opportunities. Nevertheless, people looking to have a career in the oil
industry should place Abu Dhabi on the top of their list, and work towards have
a successful career.
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