March, 2008
Vol 3, Issue 3
 
IN THIS ISSUE
HOT JOBS
CAREER ADVICE
MARKET NEWS
SUCCESS STORIES
ENSEARCH REFERRAL PROGRAM
QUOTE OF THE MONTH
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ENSEARCH specializes in the recruitment of engineers and other technical professionals for the Offshore Oil and Gas Industry. More specifically, we work with the following segments:
  • Drilling/Completions
  • Subsea Hardware
  • Floating/Fixed Structures
  • Topsides 

We're located in the Energy Corridor at I-10 and Kirkwood with the following address:

11757 Katy Freeway
Suite 1300
Houston, TX 77079
tel. (281) 854-2036
fax. (281) 854-2200
 
HOT JOBS
 
  • SURF Technical Lead - Leading Offshore Installation Contractor is seeking an experienced Technical Lead with at least 10+ years of SURF design, fabrication, installation experience for their growing GOM technology team. 
  • Riser Delivery Manager - A Houston-based E&C firm is seeking an experienced Riser Delivery Project Manager to help manage the detailed design, fabrication and HUC of various riser and well engineering systems.  Previous experience with FPSOs, TLPs and other floating systems is preferred. 
  • Drilling Equipment Project Manager - Major drilling contractor is seeking a well experienced Project Manager with proven experience in the conceptual design, manufacture, fabrication and installation of major capital drilling equipment to help lead their growing Houston organization. 
  • Sr. Topside Process Engineer - A Houston based Project Management/ Consulting Firm is seeking an experienced Topside Process Engineer/PM to help manage the detailed design, fabrication and HUC of various topside processing equipment.  Previous experience with offshore platforms, FPSOs, TLPs or other floating systems is preferred. 
  • Subsea Systems Engineer - Major operator is seeking an experienced subsea systems specialist to join their growing subsea hardware team.   Prior experience in the engineering, manufacturing and installation of trees, manifolds, jumpers, etc. is desired as is any time offshore during installation and commissioning phase.
For more information on these and other HOT JOBS, please contact us at our office, 
 (281) 854-2036.
CAREER ADVICE

 

DO NOT ACCEPT COUNTER OFFERS!!!

 

Despite how flattering it might be, many career advisors agree that it's not a good idea to accept a counteroffer once you've made it clear you want to jump ship. Your employer might be making it only to take advantage of you until they find a "more dedicated" or cheaper replacement. Ask yourself this, "why did they wait until you resigned, to offer what you're really worth to them or give you that project assignment you've been asking for?"  

 

Moreover, it's highly likely the main issues which led you into the marketplace in the first place will not, and may never be resolved!  Of course, decline a counteroffer tactfully to avoid bad feelings. 

 

Remember, a very high percentage of people who accept counter offers leave within six months!
 
MARKET NEWS
 

clipboardRepresentatives from ENSEARCH attended this year's SUBSEA Tieback Forum with a great deal of success in the areas of client visits and, naturally, recruiting!   As always, the show was very well attended and was indicative of a vibrant, healthy subsea market.  The technical presentations were all well received and generated much discussion among all segments of this niche market, especially those firms focusing on developing and producing deeper and deeper wells.

 

Our participation further illustrates our commitment to understanding the key industry developments and technology trends which drive offshore oil & gas.   This knowledge in turn better allows us to represent both job-seeking candidates and hiring companies.  

 

Contact Jon Halliburton, Managing Director, for more information about our participation at Subsea Tieback 2008!

 
SUCCESS STORIES
 

Alpha Petroleum Services, www.alphapetroleum.net, a Houston-based, consulting firm with deep rooted experience in Project Management Services, Project Studies, Conceptual Field Development Plans, Drilling and Completion Program Management, Business Plan Preparation, Organizational Studies, Economic Evaluations and Operating Budget Preparation, approached our firm with the remit of identifying a well-experienced Document Control Manager.

 

Chosen candidate was a superb find as she brought with her 17 years of offshore oil and gas experience and had a very good understanding of subsea hardware manufacturing.  Moreover, she had proven experience in managing complex document controls systems needed to keep any world-class project organized and on the right track.

 

As far as the candidate is concerned, the move to APS helped achieve the following objectives:

·        work for a smaller size organization where she could make a more substantive impact

·         build from the ground floor a first class document control system

·         competitive compensation

·         flexible schedule and closer to home

   

ENSEARCH REFERRAL PROGRAM
 
 
ENSEARCH
is pleased to announce we are offering a $3,000.00 referral bonus as an added incentive to help us identify the best in the industry who are ready to make a career change.  Call us for more details.
 
 
QUOTE OF THE MONTH
 
"Don't worry when you are not recognized, but strive to be worthy of recognition."
 
Abraham Lincoln, (1809 - 1865)
 
 
Best Regards,
Jon Halliburton
Managing Director
 
ENSEARCH
email: jon.halliburton@ensearch-inc.com    

phone: 281-854-2036

fax: 713-854-2200

web: http://www.ensearch-inc.com