Offshore Storekeeper Jobs

The Offshore Materialsman \ Storekeeper is responsible for the the inventory and upkeep of the stock of stores and spare parts that are required on all offshore rigs. The Materialsman makes sure that all inventory items are stored correctly and securely, and that all required certificates for the stored parts are present.

The offshore materialsman must have some computer skills, as he will be using a computerized inventory tracking program to ensure that stocks are kept at required levels. He or she will also be in charge of ordering parts and supplies when stock falls below required levels, and receiving and taking inventory of new parts when they come in. Supplies come in at all hours, so the Storekeeper may be taking inventory on occasion in the wee hours of the morning.

The role is similar to that of a military Quartermaster. Having logistical or warehouse experience is usually required, though previous offshore experience is generally not, if you have experience running a storeroom or warehouse.

Pay is generally very good for offshore Storekeeper jobs, with salaries ranging from the the upper 50s to mid 60s, a great deal better than the land-based Storekeeper or Warehouse manager positions

Getting Hired For Offshore Storekeeper Jobs

If the prospect of getting hired on as an offshore storesman is something that appeals to you, you can learn how and where to apply for offshore storesman jobs with The Oil and Gas Jobs Resource Kit.

If you are in the U.S., the fastest method of getting hired is usually applying in person at the catering contractors in Houston, TX and Lafayette, LO.

Most of the mid to large companies have online applications. You can do this one at a time, or utilize the services of a company such as Rigworker, which will forward your resume to around 1200 energy and drilling companies, after ensuring that your resume meets the format that these companies typically prefer.

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