Accountants SJD Accountancy have launched an oil and gas engineer resource centre on its website to give advice to potential and existing engineers.

The centre advises on becoming an oil and gas engineer, including benefits, rates of pay and finding a contract with companies, such as BP, Cheveron Texaco, ConocoPhilips, Exxon Mobil, Hydrasun, Shell, Subsea7, Talisman, Technip, Wood Group and Worldmald Tyco.

The centre also provides information on all the frequently asked questions about becoming a contractor, information on tax and how to make the move from a permanent position to contracting.