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Labor Shortage Threatens Billion-Dollar Sector in Brazil: Discover Why the Oil Industry Is Racing Against Time to Train New Professionals.
The oil industry in Brazil is facing a new challenge: the lack of qualified labor. With the forecast of more than 400,000 new jobs by 2030, the sector needs to act quickly to avoid a talent shortage.
Qualified Professionals Are an Urgent Demand in the Sector
According to Roberto Ardenghy, president of the Brazilian Institute of Oil and Gas (IBP), the country needs to invest heavily in specialized professional training.
“Today we have the possibility of a labor shortage in the sector, and we need to prepare now to train more than 400,000 people in the coming years,” said the executive.
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The rise in oil prices could ensure an extra revenue of R$ 100 billion for the Federal Government, indicates a recent economic study.
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Naturgy begins an investment of R$ 1.6 million to expand the gas network in Niterói and benefit thousands of new residences and businesses.
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A major turn in the Justice system suspends tax increases and directly impacts oil and gas companies in Brazil by affecting costs, contracts, and financial planning, leaving uncertain what could happen to the sector if these costs had increased.
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Brava Energia begins drilling in Papa-Terra and Atlanta and could change the game by reducing costs in oil while increasing production and strengthening competitiveness in the offshore market.
During the opening of the Seminar The Power of Oil in Rio de Janeiro – An Energy Giant, Ardenghy emphasized the need for professionals with academic qualifications, proficiency in foreign languages, and knowledge in artificial intelligence.
All of this aligns with the energy transition agenda.
Training Courses Are Available, but Still Underutilized
The IBP already offers, through its Corporate University (UnIBP), more than 400 specialized professional training courses. However, enrollment still does not match the urgency of the demand.
With the evolution of technology and increased investments, the industry is transforming. And those who are prepared will have a better chance of seizing the opportunities that will arise.
Rio de Janeiro Leads Oil Production and Job Creation
As the largest national producer, Rio de Janeiro accounted for 89% of oil production and 76% of gas production in the early months of 2025, according to data from ANP.
More than that: 53% of the state’s economy directly depends on the sector, which already generates 550,000 direct jobs in the state.
In addition, Rio is the largest national exporter of oil and gas.
“Look at the significance the sector has for the national and state economy. Today, Rio de Janeiro has more oil than Norway, Mexico, and Angola. We are currently the main exporter to the Chinese market,” highlighted Ardenghy.
Billion-Dollar Investments Boost the Oil Industry
Governor Cláudio Castro reinforced the importance of the oil industry for the growth of the state and the country.
According to him, more than R$ 180 billion in investments are already planned by 2030, with R$ 120 billion coming from Petrobras alone by 2029.
“The oil and gas sector is fundamentally important for our economy and also for the country’s economy,” stated the governor.
Concordo com a maioria dos comentários,trabalho desde 2007 na área industrial em 2008 ganhei a minha classificação na área da mecânica,fui fazendo cursos profissionalizantes,minicursos pra agregar no currículo,depois de algumas tentativas só em meio a pandemia eu consegui concluir o meu humilde curso técnico em mecânica ,achei que conseguiria chegar em algum lugar mas nessa época onde só os bajuladores e puxa saco tem vez,o cara que tem caráter e ética profissional que não corrompe os seus valores não consegue chegar em lugar nenhum a não ser ganhar um tapinha nas costas ouvir dizerem que tu é bom e continuarem te espremendo até você pingar a última gota de suor,não tenho quase nada mas esse nada eu conquistei na indústria com muito suor.Hoje eu tô trabalhando numa empresa que se diz ser multinacional mas nem um plano de saúde pros filhos nos dão o direito de colocar nem
sendo pra mim pagar por fora eu não tenho esse direito de colocar como dependentes,tô enojado com esse bando de incompetente me explorando,muita covardia que fazem com a nossa classe dos linha de frente os executantes os que realmente fazem acontecer as coisas e desenrolam o trampo,quando eu sair dessa empresa aqui eu vou ir trabalhar no Uber e se eu puder eu nunca mais piso numa área industrial
Sou soldador! Tenho experiência na carteira, tenho todos os cursos exigidos pelas empresas, todas NRS, tenho o irata. Porém as empresas não estão afim de dar vagas para que não tem experiência embarcado… O investimento não e barato e talvez nem compensativo!
Aí o cara tem que ser brabo mano.
Trabalhei em 3 grandes companhias estrangeiras na exploração do Pré Sal e manuseio de ancoras na Bacia de Campos