Recruiting Platers and Welders: Norway – Oil & Gas Offshore Industry

In the competitive landscape of Norway’s offshore oil and gas industry, the need for highly skilled platers and welders cannot be overstated. These professionals play a crucial role in ensuring the structural integrity and operational efficiency of offshore projects.

Land and Sea Resources, a trusted recruitment partner to the Norwegian oil and gas sector, offers unparalleled expertise in sourcing and placing the best talent for these demanding roles.

A Track Record of Success in Norway’s Oil and Gas Sector

Land and Sea Resources has consistently delivered top-tier talent to Norway’s oil and gas industry. With over a decade of experience, the company has placed hundreds of welders and platers in offshore projects across the region. Notable examples include:

North Sea Fabrication Projects: Successfully providing teams of 15+ skilled welders and platers within four weeks, ensuring projects meet tight deadlines.
Subsea Pipeline Construction: Regularly delivering certified professionals to support critical welding and plating tasks, maintaining compliance with Norway’s stringent health and safety standards.
Maintenance Contracts for Major Oil Operators: Placing 10’s of welders and platers to carry out structural repairs on offshore rigs, reducing downtime and boosting operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities of Welders and Platers

Welders

The role of a welder in offshore oil and gas projects demands precision, technical expertise, and strict adherence to safety protocols. We ensure the highest quality of professionals, for which their responsibilities include:

Reading and Interpreting Blueprints: Understanding detailed technical drawings to execute tasks accurately.
Preparing Metal Surfaces: Cleaning and treating materials to ensure optimal welding conditions.
Selecting Welding Processes: Identifying the most effective welding techniques for specific tasks.
Setting Up Welding Equipment: Ensuring all tools are correctly calibrated and ready for use.
Performing Welding Operations: Delivering high-quality welds under challenging offshore conditions.
Maintaining Equipment: Conducting regular checks to avoid equipment faults or failures.
Adhering to Safety Protocols: Complying with stringent offshore safety regulations to minimise risks.

Platers

Platers are equally vital, handling the fabrication and assembly of metal components. Their responsibilities include:

Reading and Interpreting Blueprints: Translating designs into accurate assemblies.
Cutting and Shaping Metal: Using advanced tools to prepare materials safely and efficiently.
Assembling Metal Components: Ensuring precision and structural integrity that stands up to rigorous pressures.
Performing Welding Operations: Collaborating with welders to complete complex tasks on time and to spec.
Inspecting Work: Verifying that all work meets quality standards for Norwegian oil and gas projects.
Using Measuring Tools: Ensuring all dimensions comply with project specifications and adhere to client expectations.
Adhering to Safety Protocols: Maintaining a safe working environment at all times.

Why Land and Sea Resources?

1. Industry Expertise

Land and Sea Resources specialises in the Norwegian oil and gas sector, providing a deep understanding of its unique demands. The company’s recruitment process is tailored to identify candidates with the technical skills and offshore experience required for success.

We understand how the Norwegian oil and gas industry needs skilled welders and platers for very specific projects, working environments and tasks. It is a harsh environment in which welders and platers need to work, and the standards / certifications / protocols required to deliver in their roles must be met.

2. Extensive Talent Network

With access to a global talent pool, Land and Sea Resources ensures Norwegian clients receive only the best platers and welders. Our database includes many professionals certified to international standards such as ISO 9606.

3. Fast Turnaround Times

Time is of the essence in Norwegian offshore projects. Land and Sea Resources averages a recruitment time of 2-4 weeks, enabling companies to meet critical deadlines time and again.

4. Commitment to Safety and Compliance

Safety is a top priority in Norway’s offshore industry. All candidates undergo rigorous safety training, including certifications like BOSIET (Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training) and GWO (Global Wind Organisation).

5. Real Client Success Stories

Clients consistently praise Land and Sea Resources for our reliability and efficiency. A leading Norwegian oil operator states, “Land and Sea Resources consistently delivers skilled professionals who integrate seamlessly into our operations. Their expertise is unmatched in the region and the sector.” We have many such clients who feel the same.

6. Impressive Statistics

Land and Sea Resources’ track record of recruiting for Norway’s oil and gas industry speaks volumes:

95% Client Satisfaction Rate: Reflecting our commitment to excellence in placing only the very best platers and welders.
85% Candidate Retention Rate: Ensuring continuity and expertise in the people we source to fill roles, in quick time and with the utmost professionalism.
400+ Norway Offshore Contracts Completed: Demonstrating extensive industry experience both in the sector and region.
2-4 Weeks Recruitment Timeframe: Minimising project delays and enabling clients to move projects forward with speed and agility.

Our Comprehensive Recruitment Process

Land and Sea Resources follows a meticulous recruitment process to ensure that only the most qualified skilled platers and welders are placed in Norway’s offshore sector. This includes:

Skill Assessment: Candidates undergo detailed evaluations to verify their technical proficiency and problem-solving abilities as platers and welders.
Certification Checks: Ensuring all candidates hold valid and up-to-date certifications required for offshore work in Norway.
Safety Training Verification: Confirming that candidates have completed mandatory safety courses specific to Norway’s offshore regulations.
Cultural Fit Analysis: Matching candidates with Norwegian companies that align with their work ethos and core values.
Post-Placement Support: Offering ongoing support to both clients and candidates to ensure a smooth transition and sustained performance.

Norway’s Stringent Offshore Requirements

Operating in Norway’s offshore oil and gas sector requires compliance with some of the world’s most rigorous safety and environmental standards. Land and Sea Resources ensures that all candidates are equipped to meet these demands. For instance, every welder and plater is thoroughly trained in:

Emergency Response Protocols: Preparedness for offshore emergencies such as fires, spills, and evacuations.
Environmental Compliance: Understanding and adhering to strict environmental regulations to minimise ecological impact.
Health and Safety Standards: Emphasising safe work practices to protect both personnel and infrastructure.

Future-Ready Workforce

As Norway’s oil and gas industry evolves, so too do the requirements for skilled platers and welders. Land and Sea Resources invests in the continuous development of its candidates, ensuring they remain at the forefront of industry advancements. This includes:

Training in New Technologies: Familiarising candidates with the latest welding and plating technologies, such as automated welding systems and advanced inspection tools.
Upskilling Programmes: Providing opportunities for candidates to gain additional certifications and enhance their expertise not only as a plater or welder but also within Norwegian offshore environments.
Focus on Sustainability: Preparing candidates to work on projects that prioritise renewable energy integration and sustainable practices.

Client-Centric Approach

At Land and Sea Resources we place a strong emphasis on building lasting relationships with our clients. This client-centric approach ensures that every placement aligns with the specific needs and goals of the organisation in Norway. Key benefits include:

Customised Recruitment Solutions: Tailoring the recruitment process to meet unique project requirements.
Dedicated Account Managers: Providing a single point of contact for seamless communication and support.
Feedback-Driven Improvements: Actively seeking client feedback to refine and enhance their services.

Our Commitment To You

For companies in the offshore oil and gas industry in Norway, finding the right talent is critical. Land and Sea Resources combines industry expertise, a deep talent pool, and a commitment to safety and compliance that delivers exceptional recruitment services. Our proven success and decades long experience in placing welders and platers in Norway ensures projects run efficiently, safely, and on time.

With a track record of excellence, Land and Sea Resources is the partner of choice for Norwegian oil and gas companies looking to optimise their workforce. Contact us today to learn more about how we can support your recruitment needs and help you achieve your project goals.