The oil and gas sector is heading towards a shortage of skilled workers , with Europe and in particular the UK already affected by the crisis . Worries about job security and the ethical concerns of younger workers are believed to be factors in the shortage . The sector needs a further 200 jobs over the next six years , according to energy training organisation OPITO . Nearly half the sector ’s human resources personnel were concerned about the issue , a survey by recruitment firm Airswift revealed in January .
The oil and gas sector is heading towards a shortage of skilled workers, with Europe and in particular the UK already affected by the problem. Worries about job security and the ethical concerns of younger workers are believed to be factors in the shortage. The industry needs a further 25,000 workers over the next six years, according to energy training organisation OPITO. Nearly half the sector’s human resources personnel were concerned about the issue, a survey by recruitment firm Airswift revealed in January.