Pros
- Wide exposure to real on-ground engineering work, machinery installation, and shipyard operations.
- Opportunities to learn new skills quickly due to fast-moving projects.
- Colleagues are generally helpful and supportive, especially among junior staff.
- Hands-on experience with oil & gas equipment, refurbs, and fabrication tasks.
- Good place to build practical knowledge early in your career.
Cons
- Management communication is inconsistent, leading to unclear priorities and sudden direction changes.
- Workload can be high with limited structure or planning.
- Career development, training, and progression are not clearly defined.
Decision-making tends to be top-down with minimal feedback channels.
- Processes and documentation are often ad-hoc, causing delays and unnecessary rework.