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Supervisors, Oil and Gas Drilling and Service  (NOC 8222)
West Coast--Northern Peninsula--Labrador Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Supervisors in this unit group supervise and co-ordinate the activities of workers engaged in drilling for oil or gas, operating service rigs, or providing oil and gas well services. They are employed by drilling and well service contractors and by petroleum producing companies.

fracturing supervisor, multi-service operator, rig manager, toolpusher, well services crew supervisor.

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Supervisors in this unit group perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule the activities of workers who drill for oil and gas, operate service rigs or provide oil and gas well services
  • Establish methods to meet work schedules and co-ordinate work activities with other departments
  • Requisition materials and supplies
  • Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity
  • Train workers in job duties, safety procedures and company policies
  • Recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions
  • Prepare production and other reports
  • May set up machines and equipment.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Corner Brook, Codroy, Deer Lake, Grandois, Grey Islands Harbour, Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Humber Arm South, Labrador City, Pasadena, St. Anthony, Stephenville, Stephenville Crossing, Wabush, Benoit's Cove, Halfway Point

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Outlook & Prospects for Supervisors, Oil and Gas Drilling and Service in West Coast--Northern Peninsula--Labrador Region

The future forecast and current conditions for an occupation can vary based on location or due to changes in the economy, technology, or demand for a product or service.

Local Employment Potential Information

Table on the employment potential for Supervisors, Oil and Gas Drilling and Service in West Coast--Northern Peninsula--Labrador Region as well as in the rest of the Newfoundland and Labrador.
Location Employment Potential Release Date
West Coast--Northern Peninsula--Labrador Region Limited 0001-01-01

EMPLOYMENT POTENTIAL

According to the 2006 Census, only a small number of people (less than 30) are employed in this occupation in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region. Therefore, it is likely that the chances of finding employment in this occupation are LIMITED.

This means that there are relatively weak employment opportunities for skilled workers in this occupation. Although employment opportunities are limited in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region, opportunities may exist in other regions of the province.

People who are interested in work elsewhere should research the opportunities for this occupation in other labour markets across the province.

While Supervisors, Oil and Gas Drilling and Serviceare employed in all areas of the province, when compared with all occupations, a larger portion of them (66%) are employed in the Avalon Region.

[ Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]
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