GITNUXREPORT 2025

Upskilling And Reskilling In The Oil Industry Statistics

Oil industry invests heavily in upskilling to improve safety and adapt digitally.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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The adoption of virtual reality (VR) for technical training in the oil industry increased by 50% in 2022

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The global oil industry is expected to spend $2.5 billion annually on workforce training by 2025

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Reskilling programs in the oil industry have resulted in a 15% decrease in safety incidents

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48% of oil workers have participated in reskilling programs specifically focused on digital transformation

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Reskilling initiatives have contributed to a 10% reduction in employee turnover in the oil industry

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58% of oil companies plan to increase investment in reskilling programs over the next two years

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30% of oil firms partner with educational institutions to develop tailored reskilling programs

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The number of oil industry online courses available increased by 65% in the last two years

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54% of oil companies have integrated data analytics training into their reskilling programs

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The percentage of oil companies emphasizing safety-related training increased by 40% over the past three years

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33% of oil companies are exploring AI-based personalized learning platforms for employee upskilling

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70% of oil companies report that reskilling initiatives have led to improved safety compliance

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28% of oil workers have received reskilling in sustainable energy technologies, aligning the workforce with industry transition goals

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60% of oil industry training budgets are allocated to digital technology skills development, indicating a shift towards digital reskilling

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The number of certifications related to sustainable energy within the oil sector increased by 35% over the last year, highlighting reskilling trends

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53% of oil companies have increased their focus on reskilling in response to industry digital transformation

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47% of oil industry workers report that reskilling has positively impacted their job satisfaction

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Reskilling programs focused on green energy technologies expanded by 50% in the last year, aligning oil industry workforce with sustainability goals

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85% of recent oil industry hires have undergone some form of reskilling, signaling industry-wide emphasis on continuous development

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56% of oil sector companies reported an increase in training participation following the introduction of gamification techniques

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44% of oil companies report their reskilling initiatives have led to measurable improvements in employee productivity

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Women make up 15% of the workforce in the oil industry, many of whom are targeted for specialized upskilling programs

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The average age of the oil workforce has declined by 4 years due to active reskilling programs aimed at early career development

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65% of oil companies have increased their investment in employee upskilling programs in the past three years

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72% of oil and gas workers believe upskilling is essential for career advancement

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45% of oil companies have implemented digital skills training initiatives for their employees

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80% of oil industry executives see upskilling as critical to adapting to renewable energy transitions

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55% of oil companies offer online learning modules for technical skill development

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The median time for upskilling an oil industry worker is estimated at 6 months

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70% of oil industry employees state they need additional reskilling to stay relevant in the changing energy landscape

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Investments in upskilling in the oil sector increased by 40% during 2022

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60% of oil companies track employee skill development metrics to assess training effectiveness

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The number of oil industry apprenticeships grew by 22% over the past year

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78% of oil companies report that upskilling has improved operational efficiency

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35% of oil industry workers lack confidence in their digital skills, highlighting the need for targeted upskilling

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68% of oil companies believe upskilling is important for meeting future regulatory compliance requirements

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The average cost for upskilling an oil industry worker is approximately $1,200 per individual

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42% of workers in the oil industry view digital upskilling as a top priority

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85% of oil companies believe that ongoing training is critical to maintaining competitive advantage

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77% of oil sector HR managers see reskilling as a solution to the aging workforce issue

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23% of oil workers have completed at least one digital skills certification through employer-sponsored programs

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49% of oil companies report struggling to find sufficiently skilled workers for technical roles, highlighting the importance of reskilling

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60% of companies in the oil industry are investing in leadership development through upskilling initiatives

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62% of oil industry workers perceive digital transformation as a key driver for upskilling initiatives

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42% of oil companies offer mobile learning options to facilitate access to training materials

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55% of future workforce gaps in the oil industry can be addressed through targeted reskilling programs

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49% of oil industry employees expressed interest in cross-disciplinary training to enhance adaptability

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The global oil industry’s annual upskilling expenditure is projected to reach $3 billion by 2025

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The oil industry’s overall workforce training hours increased by 20% in 2022, indicating a focus on upskilling

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64% of oil industry HR leaders plan to prioritize digital skills upskilling in their upcoming budgets

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52% of oil companies have established internal mentoring programs to support skill development

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48% of oil workers have participated in reskilling programs focused on automation and robotics, demonstrating industry adaptation efforts

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81% of oil industry executives agree that upskilling is essential to maintaining operational safety standards

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42% of oil companies use gamification techniques in their training modules to boost engagement

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55% of field workers in oil companies feel unprepared for new digital tools, emphasizing the need for targeted upskilling

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66% of oil industry HR managers view technical skills upskilling as a top priority for future talent development

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75% of oil industry companies offer tailored reskilling programs for shift workers, aiming to improve retention and skill levels

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41% of oil companies provide incentives such as bonuses for employees who complete upskilling courses

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62% of oil companies plan to incorporate more virtual and augmented reality training tools in upcoming years

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33% of oil companies have adopted or are exploring blockchain technology for training and certification purposes

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58% of oil companies see upskilling as essential for resilience against industry economic shocks

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The proportion of oil industry workers with digital certificates increased from 20% in 2021 to 40% in 2023, reflecting increased emphasis on online credentials

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69% of oil companies aim to have at least 80% of their workforce skilled in digital competencies by 2025

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73% of oil companies cite upskilling as a key factor in their efforts to meet environmental regulations

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The percentage of oil industry training programs delivered via mobile devices increased by 60% in 2022, demonstrating a shift towards flexible learning

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70% of oil sector training budgets are now dedicated to digital transformation and reskilling efforts, up from 45% five years earlier

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42% of oil workers believe that leadership training is insufficient, indicating a need for more reskilling at management levels

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51% of oil companies report that cross-functional training has improved overall operational agility

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69% of oil companies have adopted some form of AI-driven learning platform for employee upskilling

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80% of oil companies believe that reskilling and upskilling efforts positively influence corporate reputation

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66% of oil industry training managers focus on developing soft skills alongside technical expertise

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77% of oil companies plan to increase investments in digital skill training by at least 25% over the next two years

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Key Highlights

65% of oil companies have increased their investment in employee upskilling programs in the past three years
72% of oil and gas workers believe upskilling is essential for career advancement
The global oil industry is expected to spend $2.5 billion annually on workforce training by 2025
45% of oil companies have implemented digital skills training initiatives for their employees
Reskilling programs in the oil industry have resulted in a 15% decrease in safety incidents
80% of oil industry executives see upskilling as critical to adapting to renewable energy transitions
55% of oil companies offer online learning modules for technical skill development
The median time for upskilling an oil industry worker is estimated at 6 months
70% of oil industry employees state they need additional reskilling to stay relevant in the changing energy landscape
Investments in upskilling in the oil sector increased by 40% during 2022
60% of oil companies track employee skill development metrics to assess training effectiveness
48% of oil workers have participated in reskilling programs specifically focused on digital transformation
The number of oil industry apprenticeships grew by 22% over the past year

As the oil industry navigates a rapidly evolving energy landscape, a surge in upskilling and reskilling initiatives—glowing with figures like a 40% investment increase in 2022 and an expected annual expenditure of $3 billion by 2025—are transforming workforce capabilities, safety standards, and sustainability efforts worldwide.

Digital Transformation & Technology Adoption

The adoption of virtual reality (VR) for technical training in the oil industry increased by 50% in 2022

Digital Transformation & Technology Adoption Interpretation

As the oil industry accelerates its shift towards high-tech training, a 50% surge in VR adoption in 2022 signals both a smart pivot towards safer, more efficient skill development and a reminder that in this sector, virtual reality is becoming as essential as the drill bits themselves.

Reskilling & Training Initiatives

The global oil industry is expected to spend $2.5 billion annually on workforce training by 2025
Reskilling programs in the oil industry have resulted in a 15% decrease in safety incidents
48% of oil workers have participated in reskilling programs specifically focused on digital transformation
Reskilling initiatives have contributed to a 10% reduction in employee turnover in the oil industry
58% of oil companies plan to increase investment in reskilling programs over the next two years
30% of oil firms partner with educational institutions to develop tailored reskilling programs
The number of oil industry online courses available increased by 65% in the last two years
54% of oil companies have integrated data analytics training into their reskilling programs
The percentage of oil companies emphasizing safety-related training increased by 40% over the past three years
33% of oil companies are exploring AI-based personalized learning platforms for employee upskilling
70% of oil companies report that reskilling initiatives have led to improved safety compliance
28% of oil workers have received reskilling in sustainable energy technologies, aligning the workforce with industry transition goals
60% of oil industry training budgets are allocated to digital technology skills development, indicating a shift towards digital reskilling
The number of certifications related to sustainable energy within the oil sector increased by 35% over the last year, highlighting reskilling trends
53% of oil companies have increased their focus on reskilling in response to industry digital transformation
47% of oil industry workers report that reskilling has positively impacted their job satisfaction
Reskilling programs focused on green energy technologies expanded by 50% in the last year, aligning oil industry workforce with sustainability goals
85% of recent oil industry hires have undergone some form of reskilling, signaling industry-wide emphasis on continuous development
56% of oil sector companies reported an increase in training participation following the introduction of gamification techniques
44% of oil companies report their reskilling initiatives have led to measurable improvements in employee productivity

Reskilling & Training Initiatives Interpretation

As the oil industry invests a staggering $2.5 billion annually into workforce training—while boosting safety incidents by 15% and reducing turnover by 10%—it's clear that even in a mature sector, reskilling isn't just a drill, but the engine powering its sustainable and digital future.

Workforce Demographics & Planning

Women make up 15% of the workforce in the oil industry, many of whom are targeted for specialized upskilling programs
The average age of the oil workforce has declined by 4 years due to active reskilling programs aimed at early career development

Workforce Demographics & Planning Interpretation

As women represent just 15% of the oil industry's workforce yet are increasingly prioritized for upskilling, while active reskilling initiatives lower the average employee age by four years, the industry is boldly pivoting towards a more youthful and gender-diverse future—though there's still plenty of work to do before equality and innovation truly fuel progress.

Workforce Development & Skills

65% of oil companies have increased their investment in employee upskilling programs in the past three years
72% of oil and gas workers believe upskilling is essential for career advancement
45% of oil companies have implemented digital skills training initiatives for their employees
80% of oil industry executives see upskilling as critical to adapting to renewable energy transitions
55% of oil companies offer online learning modules for technical skill development
The median time for upskilling an oil industry worker is estimated at 6 months
70% of oil industry employees state they need additional reskilling to stay relevant in the changing energy landscape
Investments in upskilling in the oil sector increased by 40% during 2022
60% of oil companies track employee skill development metrics to assess training effectiveness
The number of oil industry apprenticeships grew by 22% over the past year
78% of oil companies report that upskilling has improved operational efficiency
35% of oil industry workers lack confidence in their digital skills, highlighting the need for targeted upskilling
68% of oil companies believe upskilling is important for meeting future regulatory compliance requirements
The average cost for upskilling an oil industry worker is approximately $1,200 per individual
42% of workers in the oil industry view digital upskilling as a top priority
85% of oil companies believe that ongoing training is critical to maintaining competitive advantage
77% of oil sector HR managers see reskilling as a solution to the aging workforce issue
23% of oil workers have completed at least one digital skills certification through employer-sponsored programs
49% of oil companies report struggling to find sufficiently skilled workers for technical roles, highlighting the importance of reskilling
60% of companies in the oil industry are investing in leadership development through upskilling initiatives
62% of oil industry workers perceive digital transformation as a key driver for upskilling initiatives
42% of oil companies offer mobile learning options to facilitate access to training materials
55% of future workforce gaps in the oil industry can be addressed through targeted reskilling programs
49% of oil industry employees expressed interest in cross-disciplinary training to enhance adaptability
The global oil industry’s annual upskilling expenditure is projected to reach $3 billion by 2025
The oil industry’s overall workforce training hours increased by 20% in 2022, indicating a focus on upskilling
64% of oil industry HR leaders plan to prioritize digital skills upskilling in their upcoming budgets
52% of oil companies have established internal mentoring programs to support skill development
48% of oil workers have participated in reskilling programs focused on automation and robotics, demonstrating industry adaptation efforts
81% of oil industry executives agree that upskilling is essential to maintaining operational safety standards
42% of oil companies use gamification techniques in their training modules to boost engagement
55% of field workers in oil companies feel unprepared for new digital tools, emphasizing the need for targeted upskilling
66% of oil industry HR managers view technical skills upskilling as a top priority for future talent development
75% of oil industry companies offer tailored reskilling programs for shift workers, aiming to improve retention and skill levels
41% of oil companies provide incentives such as bonuses for employees who complete upskilling courses
62% of oil companies plan to incorporate more virtual and augmented reality training tools in upcoming years
33% of oil companies have adopted or are exploring blockchain technology for training and certification purposes
58% of oil companies see upskilling as essential for resilience against industry economic shocks
The proportion of oil industry workers with digital certificates increased from 20% in 2021 to 40% in 2023, reflecting increased emphasis on online credentials
69% of oil companies aim to have at least 80% of their workforce skilled in digital competencies by 2025
73% of oil companies cite upskilling as a key factor in their efforts to meet environmental regulations
The percentage of oil industry training programs delivered via mobile devices increased by 60% in 2022, demonstrating a shift towards flexible learning
70% of oil sector training budgets are now dedicated to digital transformation and reskilling efforts, up from 45% five years earlier
42% of oil workers believe that leadership training is insufficient, indicating a need for more reskilling at management levels
51% of oil companies report that cross-functional training has improved overall operational agility
69% of oil companies have adopted some form of AI-driven learning platform for employee upskilling
80% of oil companies believe that reskilling and upskilling efforts positively influence corporate reputation
66% of oil industry training managers focus on developing soft skills alongside technical expertise
77% of oil companies plan to increase investments in digital skill training by at least 25% over the next two years

Workforce Development & Skills Interpretation

As the oil industry invests a booming $3 billion annually into upskilling—rapidly digitalizing and transforming its workforce—companies recognize that without reskilling to meet future demands, their operational safety, regulatory compliance, and economic resilience are all at risk in an age where 70% of workers feel unprepared for digital shifts.