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New Selection Process Opens Hundreds of Positions in the Oil and Gas Sector, Impacting the Job Market in Baixada Santista.
According to a news article published by the G1 portal on July 5, 2025, the outlook for those seeking a career in the oil and gas sector is promising. The Public Employment Center of Santos announced the opening of a selection process with more than 300 job vacancies for offshore work on platforms in the Santos Basin. This information, confirmed by the city’s government, represents a significant opportunity for qualified professionals to enter one of the country’s most promising markets.
The opportunities are mainly directed towards operational and maintenance functions, which are vital for the continuous operation of offshore structures. This announcement reinforces Santos’ position as a strategic hub for the energy industry, attracting labor and generating economic development for the entire region.
How to Apply for Job Vacancies at the Public Employment Center
To compete for one of the more than 300 job vacancies, interested candidates must act quickly. According to the official statement from the City Hall of Santos, candidates need to visit the Public Employment Center to obtain their referral letter.
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Interviews are scheduled for July 10 and 11, 2025, making immediate action a crucial factor for participation in the process. The Public Center is located at Paço Municipal (Praça Visconde de Mauá, s/nº, Centro, Santos – SP). It is essential for professionals to bring their personal documents and an updated resume.
Operational and Maintenance Functions in Spotlight
Although the city hall’s announcement does not detail all positions, the overall demand in the offshore sector of the Santos Basin indicates a constant need for professionals in technical areas. The job vacancies frequently announced by companies operating in the region include:
Maintenance Technician
Instrumentation Technician
Refrigeration Technician
Production Operator
Offshore Electrician
Offshore Mechanic
These positions require specific technical qualifications and, in most cases, prior experience, in addition to safety certifications for the offshore work environment.
The Reality of Offshore Work
Offshore work is known for its attractive remuneration, which compensates for the routine of confinement and distance from home. Salaries vary widely depending on the position, the professional’s qualifications, and the hiring company.
Market estimates, based on data from career platforms like Career Guide, indicate that salaries can range from R$ 4,000 for entry-level positions to over R$ 15,000 for specialized technical or supervisory positions. In addition to salary, companies often offer a robust benefits package, which includes meals, accommodation on the platform, transportation to the boarding location, and life insurance.
The Path to Boarding, Mandatory Courses and Certifications
For any professional dreaming of job vacancies offshore, training in safety is the first step. There are mandatory courses required by all companies and regulated by the Brazilian Navy. Without them, boarding is impossible.
The two main trainings are:
CBSP (Basic Offshore Safety Course): essential training that covers survival at sea, fire fighting, and first aid.
HUET (Helicopter Underwater Escape Training): trains professionals to escape from a helicopter in the event of an emergency landing in water, a common means of transport to the platforms.
In addition to these, regulatory norms such as NR-33 (Confined Spaces) and NR-35 (Working at Heights) are often required for maintenance and operational roles.
Other Companies with Offshore Vacancies in the Region
The offshore job market in the Santos Basin goes beyond this specific announcement. Various companies, including multinationals, continuously have open hiring processes. Companies such as Bram Offshore, Foresea, SBM Offshore, and VINCI Energies are among those that frequently seek professionals for their operations along the Brazilian coast, with many vacancies concentrated in the region. Candidates are encouraged to directly monitor the career portals of these companies.
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