Careers Australia Western Australia
Oilfield Careers in Western Australia
Discover fulfilling careers in the oil and gas industry with Ensign’s drilling rigs in Western Australia.
Western Australia
Oil Rig Jobs
Ensign is a recognized leader in land-based drilling and is known for innovation and excellence in every project.
At Ensign in Western Australia, we provide comprehensive training and competitive benefits to support your career journey.
For those pursuing oil and gas drilling jobs, Ensign offers an unparalleled environment to learn, grow, and excel. Our commitment to safety and teamwork ensures every employee thrives in their role.
Take pride in meaningful work with a team dedicated to achieving outstanding results. View our oil and gas drilling rig job openings today!
At Ensign, our success is built by a dedicated team. We honor hard work and continuously seek new ways to learn and evolve.
OIL & GAS JOBS IN Western Australia
Explore oil and gas drilling rig positions at Ensign in Western Australia, where competitive benefits and expert training drive your career growth.
Find the perfect role for you and kickstart your journey with Ensign now!
Be part of Ensign’s Western Australia team, an innovative leader in oilfield services, committed to excellence and advancing the industry.
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Why Join Ensign for Your Career?
- Long Term Work Opportunities, Australia Wide Operations
- Work with industry-leading technology and high-spec equipment
- Immediate Full time permanent positions
- Increased, Competitive 2024 industry daily rig and training rates
- Even-time Family-friendly FIFO/DIDO rosters – 3 weeks-on, 3 weeks-off
- Crew change out of Adelaide, Toowoomba, and Perth
- Supplied PPE (including coveralls, hard hat, safety gloves, and safety glasses)
- Reimbursement of up to $250 for prescription safety glasses every two years
- Reimbursement of up to $150 for Steel Cap Boots once per year
- Ensign employee focused technical and leadership skill development, industry qualifications / tickets and other specific training for career path progression.
- Ensign Referral Incentive Program
- Ensign Service Award & Employee Recognition Programs
- Expanded health and wellbeing services through our Employee Assistance Program
The Employee Journey
From your first day at Ensign, we will help you discover new skills and acquire knowledge that prepares you to enhance your career so you can achieve your professional goals.
Oilfield Jobs Western Australia FAQs
Ensign hires for a variety of oilfield positions, including:
- Floorhand/Roughneck
- Lead Floorhand/Motorhand
- Derrickhand
- Assistant Driller
- Driller
- Rig Manager/Tool Pusher
- Mechanic
- Electrician
- HSE Advisor
- Office Based Positions
To view all of our available positions, please browse the job postings above.
- Must be over 18 years old
- Must be an Australian citizen/permanent resident or have an open work visa
- Unrestricted manual driver’s license (essential)
- Operate 4×4 vehicles in the field
- Desirable certifications:
- CPR
- Senior First Aid
- DCGI/ISI
- Breathing Apparatus
- Confined Space
- Gas Testing and Monitoring
- Working at Heights
- Previous experience working in:
- Trade background/laboring experience
- Previous mining / oil & gas experience
- Additional certificates depending on the type of well & location
- Previous experience in either labourer or manual handling type roles
- Agree to work a rotating shift schedule that operates 24 hours a day with a 3-week on, 3-week off roster
- Understand that all Ensign operations and locations have a zero-tolerance policy regarding illegal drugs and alcohol
- Be well-coordinated
- Be able to work safely and quickly, and think ahead to the next procedure
- Be in good physical condition (strength and agility are necessary)
- Enjoy working as a member of a team
- Understand that most operations involve work at remote locations involving camps
- Applicants will be required to pass a full functional and medical assessment, including spirometry, hearing assessment, and drug and alcohol testing
Ensign will be particularly interested in those applicants who have:
- An unrestricted vehicle driver’s license
- Drilling or similar oilfield experience
- A background in heavy manual labour jobs
- A trades background
- Experience working in a team environment
- A high level of motivation
- A high work ethic
*Offers of employment may be made upon confirmation that the applicant has the physical capacity to perform the job. This is done by completing a medical and a functional capacity test conducted by a medical facility nominated by Ensign, and the cost is borne by Ensign.
Oilfield jobs can be very physically demanding and challenging, especially for those who are new to the industry. Expect to be outside in all-weather elements, working long hours, while being away from home.
Ensign Energy Services Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.