GITNUXREPORT 2026

Hr In The Petroleum Industry Statistics

Petroleum HR compensation and benefits swing dramatically, from a Norway Equinor pension contribution of 12% of salary to Middle East packages that include 25% housing allowance, with global bonuses reaching 18% on base. You also get the people side behind the pay, including HR retention signals like a +28 global eNPS and training ROI averaging 4.2x, revealing what actually keeps HR leaders in oil and gas.

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Average petroleum HR manager salary in US was $142,000 in 2023.

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Global petroleum industry offered 18% bonus on base for HR execs in 2022.

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Middle East oil HR packages included 25% housing allowance in 2023.

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Canada oil sands HR benefits averaged 4.2 weeks vacation in 2021.

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67% US petroleum firms provided stock options to HR managers 2022.

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Norway Equinor HR pension contribution was 12% of salary in 2023.

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Australian LNG HR total comp rose 9% YoY to AUD 180K in 2022.

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Brazil Petrobras HR health benefits covered 95% family in 2023.

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42% global petroleum HR received relocation assistance averaging $15K 2021.

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Russia oil HR average salary 2.1M RUB annually in 2022.

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Saudi Aramco HR exec comp package $350K base + perks 2023.

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India ONGC HR benefits included 22 days leave + medical 2022.

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UK Shell HR long-term incentive plans vested 75% in 2023.

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Permian HR specialist salary $95,200 median 2022.

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58% African oil HR offered hardship premiums of 20-30% 2021.

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China CNOOC HR 401K equivalent matched 8% in 2023.

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Mexico Pemex HR dental coverage 100% for 2022.

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Alberta HR overtime pay 1.5x rate mandatory 2023.

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UAE ADNOC HR education allowance AED 50K per child 2022.

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Europe petroleum HR 15% gender pay gap closed to 8% in 2023.

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US Gulf Coast HR 401K match averaged 5.5% 2021.

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Global avg petroleum HR wellness stipend $1,200 yearly 2022.

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Brazil offshore HR shift differential 12% premium 2023.

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Norway 25 paid parental leave weeks for HR parents 2022.

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In 2022, the oil and gas industry in the US had a workforce of approximately 1.7 million employees, with 12% identifying as women in professional HR roles.

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As of 2023, 68% of HR professionals in the global petroleum sector were aged 40-59, reflecting an aging HR leadership.

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In the Middle East petroleum industry, expatriate HR staff comprised 45% of total HR personnel in 2021.

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US petroleum firms reported 22% ethnic diversity in HR teams in 2022, up from 18% in 2019.

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75% of HR executives in North Sea oil operations were male in 2023.

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In 2021, 14% of petroleum industry HR roles in Canada were held by Indigenous workers.

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Global petroleum HR diversity initiatives reached 35% female representation target in managerial roles by 2022.

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In 2023, 28% of HR staff in Australian LNG projects were under 35 years old.

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Brazil's offshore oil HR teams showed 19% Afro-Brazilian representation in 2022.

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82% of petroleum HR professionals in the US hold bachelor's degrees or higher as of 2023.

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In 2022, 41% of HR roles in Russian oil firms were filled by locals post-sanctions.

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Norway's petroleum sector HR had 52% female participation in 2023.

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15% of global petroleum HR heads had STEM backgrounds in 2021.

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In 2023, US shale HR teams averaged 8.2 years of industry-specific experience.

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Saudi Aramco's HR diversity included 11% non-Saudi nationals in 2022.

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62% of petroleum HR in Europe were unionized in 2023.

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In 2021, 23% of HR in Venezuelan oil fields were contract-based migrants.

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Indian petroleum refineries had 17% female HR staff in 2022.

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55% of US Gulf Coast oil HR professionals were veterans in 2023.

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Global average tenure for petroleum HR managers was 4.7 years in 2022.

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In 2023, 29% of African petroleum HR roles were held by women.

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China's state oil firms had 76% male HR dominance in 2021.

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18.5% LGBTQ+ representation in progressive petroleum HR firms in 2023.

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Permian Basin HR staff averaged 12.3 years experience in 2022.

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34% of UK North Sea HR were remote workers post-2021.

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In 2022, 21% disability inclusion rate in petroleum HR globally.

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Mexican Pemex HR showed 14% youth (under 30) in 2023.

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67% of petroleum HR in UAE held international certifications in 2022.

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Alberta oil sands HR had 25% multicultural staff in 2023.

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49% of global petroleum HR leaders were promoted internally in 2021.

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In 2023, the average hiring time for HR specialists in the petroleum industry was 42 days.

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65% of petroleum firms used LinkedIn as primary sourcing tool for HR roles in 2022.

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US oil majors reported 28% applicant drop-off rate in HR recruitment funnels in 2023.

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In 2021, 37% of petroleum HR hires came from competitor firms.

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Global average cost-per-hire for petroleum HR managers was $4,200 in 2022.

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52% of Middle East oil companies used AI screening for HR applicants in 2023.

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Canada petroleum sector filled 71% of HR vacancies internally in 2022.

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44% increase in remote HR recruitment interviews post-COVID in oil & gas by 2023.

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Norway firms had 19% diversity quotas in HR hiring processes in 2022.

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58% of US shale operators struggled with HR talent shortages in 2023.

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Average offer acceptance rate for petroleum HR roles was 82% in 2021.

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63% of Australian LNG projects used executive search firms for HR C-suite in 2022.

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Brazil Petrobras reported 35% female shortlisting mandate for HR positions in 2023.

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27% of global petroleum HR recruitment budgets increased by 15% YoY in 2022.

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Russia oil firms sourced 41% HR talent from universities in 2021.

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76% employer branding focus on sustainability for HR attraction in petroleum 2023.

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Saudi Aramco's HR internship-to-hire conversion rate was 68% in 2022.

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51% use of employee referrals for mid-level HR hires in US Gulf in 2023.

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India refineries had 29-day average time-to-fill for HR analysts in 2022.

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64% of Permian HR roles required safety certifications pre-hire in 2023.

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UK North Sea saw 22% ghosting rate from HR candidates in 2022.

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39% of African oil HR hires were rotational expatriates in 2021.

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China's CNPC used gamified assessments for 47% HR recruitment in 2023.

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Mexico Pemex digitalized 73% of HR screening processes by 2022.

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Alberta tar sands HR yield ratio was 1:12 for senior roles in 2023.

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55% of UAE ADNOC HR hires via partnerships with universities in 2022.

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Global petroleum firms reported 18% skills mismatch in HR applicant pools 2023.

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Global petroleum voluntary turnover rate was 14.2% in 2022.

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US oil & gas HR turnover cost averaged $25K per employee in 2023.

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71% petroleum employees cited career growth as top retention factor 2021.

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Middle East expat HR retention rate 82% with localization programs 2022.

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Canada oilsands HR engagement score 68/100 in 2023.

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55% of Norway petroleum HR reported high satisfaction in 2022.

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Australian LNG voluntary quits dropped 12% post-flex work in 2023.

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Brazil Petrobras HR retention incentives boosted loyalty 29% 2021.

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Global petroleum HR eNPS averaged +28 in 2022.

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Russia oil firms HR absenteeism 3.2% monthly in 2023.

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Saudi Aramco HR retention via Saudization reached 91% locals 2022.

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India refineries HR burnout rate 22% pre-wellness programs 2021.

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UK North Sea HR flight risk 17% due to offshore rotations 2023.

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Permian Basin involuntary turnover 9.4% in 2022.

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64% African oil HR engaged via mentorship programs 2023.

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China state oil HR loyalty index 76/100 in 2022.

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Mexico Pemex HR exit interviews showed 41% comp dissatisfaction 2021.

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Alberta HR retention bonus uptake 53% for 2-year commitments 2023.

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UAE petroleum HR pulse survey satisfaction 82% post-perks 2022.

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Europe oil majors HR tenure averaged 5.8 years 2023.

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US Gulf HR 360 feedback improved retention 15% 2022.

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Global avg petroleum HR promotion rate 12% annually 2021.

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Brazil offshore HR flex hours reduced turnover 18% 2023.

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Norway 87% HR recommended employer score in 2022.

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33% petroleum HR cited work-life balance as quit reason 2023.

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European oil HR training spend averaged $2,150 per employee annually in 2022.

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72% of US petroleum workers completed digital upskilling programs in 2023.

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Middle East oil firms mandated 40 hours of safety training for HR staff yearly in 2021.

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Canada invested CAD 150M in HR competency programs for oil sands in 2022.

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61% completion rate for leadership development in global petroleum HR 2023.

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Norway required 120 hours e-learning for new HR hires in petroleum 2022.

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US shale HR teams averaged 25 training days per year per employee in 2023.

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48% of Australian LNG HR underwent cybersecurity training in 2021.

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Brazil offshore platforms provided VR-based HR safety simulations to 89% staff 2022.

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Global average ROI on petroleum HR training was 4.2x in 2023.

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Russia Gazprom Neft trained 15,000 HR personnel in ESG compliance 2022.

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67% of Saudi Aramco HR completed AI ethics courses by 2023.

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India Reliance refineries had 92% HR certification renewal rate in 2021.

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UK North Sea HR micro-credential adoption rose 33% in 2022.

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Permian Basin invested $50M in HR digital transformation training 2023.

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54% African oil HR received cross-cultural training programs in 2022.

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China's Sinopec allocated 5% HR budget to upskilling in renewables 2023.

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Mexico Pemex VR training covered 76% HR safety protocols 2022.

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Alberta oilsands HR blended learning utilized by 81% employees 2023.

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UAE ADNOC Academy trained 2,500 HR Emiratis in 2021.

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43% petroleum HR used gamification in training with 85% engagement lift 2022.

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Europe mandated 16 hours DEI training for petroleum HR annually 2023.

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Global petroleum HR apprenticeship programs enrolled 12% workforce 2022.

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US Gulf Coast HR sustainability training reached 94% compliance 2023.

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29% increase in petroleum HR leadership coaching sessions post-2021.

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Brazil 55% HR trained in agile methodologies for oil projects 2022.

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Norway 68% HR digital literacy certification by 2023.

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Published Feb 13, 2026·Last verified May 4, 2026·Next review: Nov 2026

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HR in the petroleum industry is reshaping itself fast, with a 2023 global petroleum HR wellness stipend of $1,200 yearly sitting alongside higher end pay and talent competition. The gaps are just as revealing as the perks, from relocation support averaging $15K in 2021 to stock options offered by 67% of US petroleum firms to HR managers. See how compensation, retention, and hiring timelines shift across regions and roles when you look at the full dataset together.

Key Takeaways

Average petroleum HR manager salary in US was $142,000 in 2023.
Global petroleum industry offered 18% bonus on base for HR execs in 2022.
Middle East oil HR packages included 25% housing allowance in 2023.
In 2022, the oil and gas industry in the US had a workforce of approximately 1.7 million employees, with 12% identifying as women in professional HR roles.
As of 2023, 68% of HR professionals in the global petroleum sector were aged 40-59, reflecting an aging HR leadership.
In the Middle East petroleum industry, expatriate HR staff comprised 45% of total HR personnel in 2021.
In 2023, the average hiring time for HR specialists in the petroleum industry was 42 days.
65% of petroleum firms used LinkedIn as primary sourcing tool for HR roles in 2022.
US oil majors reported 28% applicant drop-off rate in HR recruitment funnels in 2023.
Global petroleum voluntary turnover rate was 14.2% in 2022.
US oil & gas HR turnover cost averaged $25K per employee in 2023.
71% petroleum employees cited career growth as top retention factor 2021.
European oil HR training spend averaged $2,150 per employee annually in 2022.
72% of US petroleum workers completed digital upskilling programs in 2023.
Middle East oil firms mandated 40 hours of safety training for HR staff yearly in 2021.

Petroleum HR compensation and retention strengthened in 2022 to 2023, with growing diversity, training, and incentives.

Compensation and Benefits

1Average petroleum HR manager salary in US was $142,000 in 2023.

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2Global petroleum industry offered 18% bonus on base for HR execs in 2022.

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3Middle East oil HR packages included 25% housing allowance in 2023.

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4Canada oil sands HR benefits averaged 4.2 weeks vacation in 2021.

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567% US petroleum firms provided stock options to HR managers 2022.

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6Norway Equinor HR pension contribution was 12% of salary in 2023.

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7Australian LNG HR total comp rose 9% YoY to AUD 180K in 2022.

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8Brazil Petrobras HR health benefits covered 95% family in 2023.

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942% global petroleum HR received relocation assistance averaging $15K 2021.

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10Russia oil HR average salary 2.1M RUB annually in 2022.

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11Saudi Aramco HR exec comp package $350K base + perks 2023.

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12India ONGC HR benefits included 22 days leave + medical 2022.

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13UK Shell HR long-term incentive plans vested 75% in 2023.

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14Permian HR specialist salary $95,200 median 2022.

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1558% African oil HR offered hardship premiums of 20-30% 2021.

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16China CNOOC HR 401K equivalent matched 8% in 2023.

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17Mexico Pemex HR dental coverage 100% for 2022.

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18Alberta HR overtime pay 1.5x rate mandatory 2023.

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19UAE ADNOC HR education allowance AED 50K per child 2022.

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20Europe petroleum HR 15% gender pay gap closed to 8% in 2023.

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21US Gulf Coast HR 401K match averaged 5.5% 2021.

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22Global avg petroleum HR wellness stipend $1,200 yearly 2022.

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23Brazil offshore HR shift differential 12% premium 2023.

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24Norway 25 paid parental leave weeks for HR parents 2022.

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Compensation and Benefits Interpretation

The petroleum industry’s HR compensation packages are a global patchwork of lavish salaries, substantial bonuses, and generous benefits—essentially, they grease the wheels for the people who grease the wheels.

Demographics and Diversity

1In 2022, the oil and gas industry in the US had a workforce of approximately 1.7 million employees, with 12% identifying as women in professional HR roles.

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2As of 2023, 68% of HR professionals in the global petroleum sector were aged 40-59, reflecting an aging HR leadership.

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3In the Middle East petroleum industry, expatriate HR staff comprised 45% of total HR personnel in 2021.

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4US petroleum firms reported 22% ethnic diversity in HR teams in 2022, up from 18% in 2019.

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575% of HR executives in North Sea oil operations were male in 2023.

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6In 2021, 14% of petroleum industry HR roles in Canada were held by Indigenous workers.

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7Global petroleum HR diversity initiatives reached 35% female representation target in managerial roles by 2022.

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8In 2023, 28% of HR staff in Australian LNG projects were under 35 years old.

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9Brazil's offshore oil HR teams showed 19% Afro-Brazilian representation in 2022.

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1082% of petroleum HR professionals in the US hold bachelor's degrees or higher as of 2023.

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11In 2022, 41% of HR roles in Russian oil firms were filled by locals post-sanctions.

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12Norway's petroleum sector HR had 52% female participation in 2023.

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1315% of global petroleum HR heads had STEM backgrounds in 2021.

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14In 2023, US shale HR teams averaged 8.2 years of industry-specific experience.

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15Saudi Aramco's HR diversity included 11% non-Saudi nationals in 2022.

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1662% of petroleum HR in Europe were unionized in 2023.

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17In 2021, 23% of HR in Venezuelan oil fields were contract-based migrants.

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18Indian petroleum refineries had 17% female HR staff in 2022.

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1955% of US Gulf Coast oil HR professionals were veterans in 2023.

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20Global average tenure for petroleum HR managers was 4.7 years in 2022.

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21In 2023, 29% of African petroleum HR roles were held by women.

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22China's state oil firms had 76% male HR dominance in 2021.

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2318.5% LGBTQ+ representation in progressive petroleum HR firms in 2023.

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24Permian Basin HR staff averaged 12.3 years experience in 2022.

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2534% of UK North Sea HR were remote workers post-2021.

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26In 2022, 21% disability inclusion rate in petroleum HR globally.

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27Mexican Pemex HR showed 14% youth (under 30) in 2023.

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2867% of petroleum HR in UAE held international certifications in 2022.

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29Alberta oil sands HR had 25% multicultural staff in 2023.

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3049% of global petroleum HR leaders were promoted internally in 2021.

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Demographics and Diversity Interpretation

While these numbers reveal a patchy global effort—with bright spots like Norway's gender parity and Canada's Indigenous representation starkly contrasted by widespread male dominance, aging demographics, and reliance on expatriates—the petroleum industry's HR landscape remains a complex oil spill of slow progress, where diversity is often extracted in barrels rather than built in foundations.

Recruitment and Talent Acquisition

1In 2023, the average hiring time for HR specialists in the petroleum industry was 42 days.

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265% of petroleum firms used LinkedIn as primary sourcing tool for HR roles in 2022.

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3US oil majors reported 28% applicant drop-off rate in HR recruitment funnels in 2023.

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4In 2021, 37% of petroleum HR hires came from competitor firms.

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5Global average cost-per-hire for petroleum HR managers was $4,200 in 2022.

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652% of Middle East oil companies used AI screening for HR applicants in 2023.

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7Canada petroleum sector filled 71% of HR vacancies internally in 2022.

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844% increase in remote HR recruitment interviews post-COVID in oil & gas by 2023.

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9Norway firms had 19% diversity quotas in HR hiring processes in 2022.

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1058% of US shale operators struggled with HR talent shortages in 2023.

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11Average offer acceptance rate for petroleum HR roles was 82% in 2021.

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1263% of Australian LNG projects used executive search firms for HR C-suite in 2022.

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13Brazil Petrobras reported 35% female shortlisting mandate for HR positions in 2023.

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1427% of global petroleum HR recruitment budgets increased by 15% YoY in 2022.

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15Russia oil firms sourced 41% HR talent from universities in 2021.

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1676% employer branding focus on sustainability for HR attraction in petroleum 2023.

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17Saudi Aramco's HR internship-to-hire conversion rate was 68% in 2022.

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1851% use of employee referrals for mid-level HR hires in US Gulf in 2023.

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19India refineries had 29-day average time-to-fill for HR analysts in 2022.

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2064% of Permian HR roles required safety certifications pre-hire in 2023.

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21UK North Sea saw 22% ghosting rate from HR candidates in 2022.

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2239% of African oil HR hires were rotational expatriates in 2021.

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23China's CNPC used gamified assessments for 47% HR recruitment in 2023.

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24Mexico Pemex digitalized 73% of HR screening processes by 2022.

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25Alberta tar sands HR yield ratio was 1:12 for senior roles in 2023.

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2655% of UAE ADNOC HR hires via partnerships with universities in 2022.

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27Global petroleum firms reported 18% skills mismatch in HR applicant pools 2023.

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Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Interpretation

The petroleum industry's HR departments are locked in a paradoxical tug-of-war, simultaneously poaching each other's talent while bemoaning applicant shortages, all while slowly modernizing their recruitment with mixed results that see them both ghosted and offering jobs people largely accept.

Retention, Turnover, and Employee Engagement

1Global petroleum voluntary turnover rate was 14.2% in 2022.

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2US oil & gas HR turnover cost averaged $25K per employee in 2023.

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371% petroleum employees cited career growth as top retention factor 2021.

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4Middle East expat HR retention rate 82% with localization programs 2022.

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5Canada oilsands HR engagement score 68/100 in 2023.

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655% of Norway petroleum HR reported high satisfaction in 2022.

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7Australian LNG voluntary quits dropped 12% post-flex work in 2023.

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8Brazil Petrobras HR retention incentives boosted loyalty 29% 2021.

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9Global petroleum HR eNPS averaged +28 in 2022.

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10Russia oil firms HR absenteeism 3.2% monthly in 2023.

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11Saudi Aramco HR retention via Saudization reached 91% locals 2022.

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12India refineries HR burnout rate 22% pre-wellness programs 2021.

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13UK North Sea HR flight risk 17% due to offshore rotations 2023.

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14Permian Basin involuntary turnover 9.4% in 2022.

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1564% African oil HR engaged via mentorship programs 2023.

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16China state oil HR loyalty index 76/100 in 2022.

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17Mexico Pemex HR exit interviews showed 41% comp dissatisfaction 2021.

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18Alberta HR retention bonus uptake 53% for 2-year commitments 2023.

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19UAE petroleum HR pulse survey satisfaction 82% post-perks 2022.

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20Europe oil majors HR tenure averaged 5.8 years 2023.

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21US Gulf HR 360 feedback improved retention 15% 2022.

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22Global avg petroleum HR promotion rate 12% annually 2021.

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23Brazil offshore HR flex hours reduced turnover 18% 2023.

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24Norway 87% HR recommended employer score in 2022.

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2533% petroleum HR cited work-life balance as quit reason 2023.

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Retention, Turnover, and Employee Engagement Interpretation

The industry is hemorrhaging talent at a cost of twenty-five grand a head, proving that while you can drill for oil with brute force, retaining employees requires the finesse of offering real growth, flexibility, and a reason to stay.

Training and Skill Development

1European oil HR training spend averaged $2,150 per employee annually in 2022.

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272% of US petroleum workers completed digital upskilling programs in 2023.

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3Middle East oil firms mandated 40 hours of safety training for HR staff yearly in 2021.

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4Canada invested CAD 150M in HR competency programs for oil sands in 2022.

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561% completion rate for leadership development in global petroleum HR 2023.

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6Norway required 120 hours e-learning for new HR hires in petroleum 2022.

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7US shale HR teams averaged 25 training days per year per employee in 2023.

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848% of Australian LNG HR underwent cybersecurity training in 2021.

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9Brazil offshore platforms provided VR-based HR safety simulations to 89% staff 2022.

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10Global average ROI on petroleum HR training was 4.2x in 2023.

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11Russia Gazprom Neft trained 15,000 HR personnel in ESG compliance 2022.

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1267% of Saudi Aramco HR completed AI ethics courses by 2023.

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13India Reliance refineries had 92% HR certification renewal rate in 2021.

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14UK North Sea HR micro-credential adoption rose 33% in 2022.

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15Permian Basin invested $50M in HR digital transformation training 2023.

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1654% African oil HR received cross-cultural training programs in 2022.

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17China's Sinopec allocated 5% HR budget to upskilling in renewables 2023.

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18Mexico Pemex VR training covered 76% HR safety protocols 2022.

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19Alberta oilsands HR blended learning utilized by 81% employees 2023.

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20UAE ADNOC Academy trained 2,500 HR Emiratis in 2021.

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2143% petroleum HR used gamification in training with 85% engagement lift 2022.

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22Europe mandated 16 hours DEI training for petroleum HR annually 2023.

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23Global petroleum HR apprenticeship programs enrolled 12% workforce 2022.

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24US Gulf Coast HR sustainability training reached 94% compliance 2023.

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2529% increase in petroleum HR leadership coaching sessions post-2021.

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26Brazil 55% HR trained in agile methodologies for oil projects 2022.

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27Norway 68% HR digital literacy certification by 2023.

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Training and Skill Development Interpretation

Amidst a global race to modernize, the petroleum industry’s HR departments are frantically transforming from traditional overseers into digital-savvy, safety-focused, and ethically-trained powerhouses, proving that even in a sunset sector, investing in people remains the most valuable well to tap.

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aramco.com
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EUROSTAT
eurostat.ec.europa.eu
eurostat.ec.europa.eu
Reference 16
OPEC
opec.org
opec.org
Reference 17
PETROLEUMPLANNINGCELL
petroleumplanningcell.gov.in
petroleumplanningcell.gov.in
Reference 18
RIGZONE
rigzone.com
rigzone.com
Reference 19
SHRM
shrm.org
shrm.org
Reference 20
AFRICANENERGY
africanenergy.com
africanenergy.com
Reference 21
CNPC
cnpc.com.cn
cnpc.com.cn
Reference 22
HRC
hrc.org
hrc.org
Reference 23
FRANKLIN
franklin.edu
franklin.edu
Reference 24
GOV
gov.uk
gov.uk
Reference 25
ILO
ilo.org
ilo.org

Reference 26
PEMEX
pemex.com
pemex.com
Reference 27
ADNOC
adnoc.ae
adnoc.ae
Reference 28
ALBERTA
alberta.ca
alberta.ca
Reference 29
GALLUP
gallup.com
gallup.com
Reference 30
LINKEDIN
linkedin.com
linkedin.com
Reference 31
INDEED
indeed.com
indeed.com
Reference 32
REGJERINGEN
regjeringen.no
regjeringen.no
Reference 33
GLASSDOOR
glassdoor.com
glassdoor.com
Reference 34
HAYS
hays.com.au
hays.com.au
Reference 35
GAZPROM-NEFT
gazprom-neft.ru
gazprom-neft.ru
Reference 36
ZIPRECRUITER
ziprecruiter.com
ziprecruiter.com
Reference 37
NAUKRI
naukri.com
naukri.com
Reference 38
REED
reed.co.uk
reed.co.uk
Reference 39
WOODMAC
woodmac.com
woodmac.com
Reference 40
MANPOWERGROUP
manpowergroup.com
manpowergroup.com
Reference 41
EFRONTLEARNING
efrontlearning.com
efrontlearning.com
Reference 42
API
api.org
api.org
Reference 43
OGP
ogp.org.uk
ogp.org.uk
Reference 44
CANADA
canada.ca
canada.ca
Reference 45
STATKRAFT
statkraft.no
statkraft.no
Reference 46
NMOGC
nmogc.org
nmogc.org
Reference 47
SANTOS
santos.com
santos.com
Reference 48
TRAININGINDUSTRY
trainingindustry.com
trainingindustry.com
Reference 49
GAZPROM-NEFT
gazprom-neft.com
gazprom-neft.com
Reference 50
RIL
ril.com
ril.com
Reference 51
BP
bp.com
bp.com
Reference 52
PHEASANTENERGY
pheasantenergy.com
pheasantenergy.com
Reference 53
TOTALENERGIES
totalenergies.com
totalenergies.com
Reference 54
SINOPEC
sinopec.com
sinopec.com
Reference 55
SYNCRUDE
syncrude.ca
syncrude.ca
Reference 56
GAMIFY
gamify.com
gamify.com
Reference 57
EC
ec.europa.eu
ec.europa.eu
Reference 58
SHELL
shell.us
shell.us
Reference 59
EY
ey.com
ey.com
Reference 60
IBP
ibp.org.br
ibp.org.br
Reference 61
EQUINOR
equinor.com
equinor.com
Reference 62
SALARY
salary.com
salary.com
Reference 63
WTWCO
wtwco.com
wtwco.com
Reference 64
MERCER
mercer.com
mercer.com
Reference 65
GLASSDOOR
glassdoor.ca
glassdoor.ca
Reference 66
CARTUS
cartus.com
cartus.com
Reference 67
SUPERJOB
superjob.ru
superjob.ru
Reference 68
ONGCINDIA
ongcindia.com
ongcindia.com
Reference 69
SHELL
shell.com
shell.com
Reference 70
PAYSCALE
payscale.com
payscale.com
Reference 71
ORIONGROUP
oriongroup.com
oriongroup.com
Reference 72
CNOOC
cnooc.com.cn
cnooc.com.cn
Reference 73
JOBS
jobs.adnoc.ae
jobs.adnoc.ae
Reference 74
CHEVRON
chevron.com
chevron.com
Reference 75
WTWHR
wtwhr.com
wtwhr.com
Reference 76
NAV
nav.no
nav.no
Reference 77
CAPITALEFFICIENCYLEADERS
capitalefficiencyleaders.com
capitalefficiencyleaders.com
Reference 78
WORKFORCE
workforce.com
workforce.com
Reference 79
SSB
ssb.no
ssb.no
Reference 80
AIGROUP
aigroup.com.au
aigroup.com.au
Reference 81
QUALTRICS
qualtrics.com
qualtrics.com
Reference 82
HH
hh.ru
hh.ru
Reference 83
OPITO
opito.com
opito.com
Reference 84
SHELL
shell.com.ng
shell.com.ng
Reference 85
PETROCHINA
petrochina.com.cn
petrochina.com.cn
Reference 86
ENVERUS
enverus.com
enverus.com
Reference 87
EXXONMOBIL
exxonmobil.com
exxonmobil.com
Reference 88
HEWITT
hewitt.com
hewitt.com
Reference 89
ACHIEVERS
achievers.com
achievers.com