Offshore Energy
Drilling Supervisor — Global Hiring Overview
Drilling Supervisors run offshore drilling operations — managing the rig crew, well-control, and compliance during drilling campaigns.
Median Salary
$225k
$162k – $315k
Demand Score
84/100
High
Monthly Openings
600
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+8%
rolling 12 months
Market Outlook
Demand for drilling supervisors in the global maritime market is robust. Maritime employers report a 8% year-on-year increase in Drilling Supervisor mandates, driven by the offshore oil & gas upcycle and the buildout of offshore wind across Europe, Asia, and the US.
Salary Trend
Drilling Supervisor compensation typically falls between $162k and $315k, with experienced drilling supervisors in the global maritime market commanding $315k+ at leading shipowners, managers, ports, cruise operators, and offshore players. Total compensation often includes leave pay, travel, joining bonuses, performance pay, and ship-type or DP allowances.
Career Path
Drilling Supervisors typically progress to Offshore Installation Manager roles, or into OIM, asset manager, and offshore operations leadership across oil & gas and wind across the global hiring maritime market.
Key Responsibilities
- •Run drilling operations on shift
- •Lead well-control and rig safety
- •Coordinate with rig and operator teams
Qualifications
- •IWCF / IADC well-control
- •Extensive drilling experience
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Drilling Supervisor jobs by city
Drilling Supervisor jobs in Dubai
1.1K openings · $293k
Drilling Supervisor jobs in Abu Dhabi
870 openings · $288k
Drilling Supervisor jobs in Fujairah
750 openings · $236k
Drilling Supervisor jobs in Doha
930 openings · $293k
Drilling Supervisor jobs in Ras Laffan
780 openings · $248k
Drilling Supervisor jobs in Dammam
840 openings · $248k
Drilling Supervisor jobs in Jeddah
870 openings · $248k
Drilling Supervisor jobs in Muscat
660 openings · $236k
Drilling Supervisor jobs in Manama
600 openings · $248k
Drilling Supervisor salary insights
Drilling Supervisor salary in Dubai
$293k
Drilling Supervisor salary in Abu Dhabi
$288k
Drilling Supervisor salary in Fujairah
$236k
Drilling Supervisor salary in Doha
$293k
Drilling Supervisor salary in Ras Laffan
$248k
Drilling Supervisor salary in Dammam
$248k
Drilling Supervisor salary in Jeddah
$248k
Drilling Supervisor salary in Muscat
$236k
Drilling Supervisor salary in Manama
$248k
Hiring by maritime industry
Shipping Companies hiring Drilling Supervisors
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Drilling Supervisors
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Drilling Supervisors
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Drilling Supervisors
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Drilling Supervisors
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Drilling Supervisors
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Drilling Supervisors
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Drilling Supervisors
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Drilling Supervisors
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Drilling Supervisor in the global maritime market is around $225k, typically ranging from $162k to $315k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.