75% of women feel welcome within the oil & gas industry
12 March 2014
The majority (75%) of women feel welcome working in the oil & gas industry, according to the latest figures from NES Global Talent, technical and engineering staffing solutions provider.
Wed, 12 Mar 2014
The majority (75%) of women feel welcome working in the oil & gas industry, according to the latest figures from NES Global Talent, technical and engineering staffing solutions provider.
However, almost half (45%) believe they do not get the same recognition as their male colleagues.
The report, ‘Attracting and retaining women in oil and gas engineering – a survey examining the gender talent gap’, highlights the pathways women are taking to find careers in oil & gas, with 44% of respondents saying they worked across numerous industries before moving into oil & gas.
Commenting on the report, Averil Macdonald, professor of science engagement at the University of Reading, says: “Oil & gas sector companies should focus on engaging with young women both at school and at university, providing role models and an opportunity to see for themselves what the sector has to offer through visits and paid internships.”
To attract and retain female workers the report recommends the industry needs to improve its ability to provide mentorship, recognise workers equally and highlight the benefits of studying STEM subjects in schools and universities.
The majority (75%) of women feel welcome working in the oil & gas industry, according to the latest figures from NES Global Talent, technical and engineering staffing solutions provider.
However, almost half (45%) believe they do not get the same recognition as their male colleagues.
The report, ‘Attracting and retaining women in oil and gas engineering – a survey examining the gender talent gap’, highlights the pathways women are taking to find careers in oil & gas, with 44% of respondents saying they worked across numerous industries before moving into oil & gas.
Commenting on the report, Averil Macdonald, professor of science engagement at the University of Reading, says: “Oil & gas sector companies should focus on engaging with young women both at school and at university, providing role models and an opportunity to see for themselves what the sector has to offer through visits and paid internships.”
To attract and retain female workers the report recommends the industry needs to improve its ability to provide mentorship, recognise workers equally and highlight the benefits of studying STEM subjects in schools and universities.
