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How much do rig auditor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for rig auditor in the United States is $19.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a rig auditor?

A Rig Auditor is responsible for inspecting and assessing drilling rigs to ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and operational procedures. They conduct audits on equipment, processes, and crew performance to identify potential risks and areas for improvement. Their role is crucial in maintaining safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance in offshore and onshore drilling operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a rig auditor?

To thrive as a Rig Auditor, you need a robust knowledge of oil and gas industry regulations, drilling operations, and health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards, often supported by a degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with auditing software, safety management systems (such as ISNetworld or IADC protocols), and relevant certifications like NEBOSH or IRCA is commonly required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and excellent communication skills help in effectively evaluating compliance and working with diverse teams. These abilities are critical to ensure that rigs operate safely, efficiently, and in accordance with industry guidelines.

What are the typical challenges a rig auditor faces in their daily work?

Rig Auditors often work in complex, dynamic environments where adapting to changing operational conditions and diverse site cultures is essential. They frequently encounter situations that require balancing strict regulatory compliance with the practical realities of field operations, sometimes under tight time constraints or in remote locations. Clear communication and conflict resolution skills are particularly important when addressing non-compliance findings with rig crews and site management. Overcoming these challenges requires a methodical approach, cultural sensitivity, and a strong commitment to safety, making the role both demanding and highly impactful for operational integrity.

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Infographic showing various Rig Auditor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,947 per year, or $19.2 per hour.

Offshore Site Safety Technician

Broussard, LA • On-site

Total Safety
Office Supplies and Stationery Stores • 1 - 5K employees
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Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

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33rd of 38 rated health and safety providers

Job description

Total Safety is looking for full time Offshore Site Safety Technicians to support various Offshore Gulf of Mexico Upstream Operations. Jobs openings vary from supporting Drilling, Construction, P&A and Production Operations.
Total Safety is the world's premier provider of integrated safety and compliance services and the products necessary to support them, including gas detection, respiratory protection, safety training, fire protection, compliance and inspection, industrial hygiene, onsite emergency medical treatment/paramedics, communications systems, engineered systems design, and materials management. Our Core Values are People, Safety & Wellbeing, Accountability, Responsibility, Empowerment, Honesty, Transparency, and Integrity.
An offshore site safety technician is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and environmental (HSE) compliance of offshore operations. This is done by ensuring the work is being done in accordance with a customer's HSE policy and procedures as well as staying within compliance of B.S.E.E. regulations. This technician acts on behalf the customer as a representative for their HSE department under the guidance of a customer HSE manager. Being an extension of the customer's HSE group allows our technician to be the bridge for a customer's office to a site located on an offshore facility/rig.
Duties on the Job
An offshore site safety technician has a range of daily duties focused on ensuring the safety and well-being of personnel and the environment. The following is a snap shot of their typical daily responsibilities:
  • Toolbox Talks: Leading daily safety briefings to discuss potential risks, safety measures, and updates for the day's operations.
  • Job Safety Analysis (JSA): Review and oversee all JSAs on location by ensuring they meet the standards of our customer and helping to identify hazards and preventive measures that should be taken.
  • Permits (Hot Work and Confined Space): Oversee the permits on location to ensure they follow the customer's policies as well as are within the government regulations.
  • Monitoring Compliance: Ensuring all personnel are following safety procedures and using the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with both, customer policies and government regulations.
  • Incident Response: Responding to and managing any safety incidents or emergencies that arise, such as spills, injuries, or equipment malfunctions by doing initial incident reports and reporting to HSE management for the customer.
  • Hazard Assessments: Continuously assessing tasks and areas for new or evolving risks and implementing control measures.
  • Training Support: Assisting in on-site safety training sessions for both new and experienced personnel.
  • Equipment Checks: Verifying that job/task equipment, safety equipment, like fire extinguishers, alarms, and lifeboats, are inspected as per the policy of the customer and government regulations.
  • Documentation: Keeping detailed records of safety activities, inspections, audits, and any incidents.
  • Communication: Reporting safety observations, incidents, and recommendations to supervisors and relevant teams.
  • B.S.E.E.: Assist in site preparations and on-site inspections from auditors as requested by HSE management and site leadership.

Training Requirements
  • T-HUET w/CA-EBS and Swing Rope (water survival)
  • Rigger API RP 2D
  • Confined Space: Entry, Attendant, Rescue
  • Air Monitoring
  • Fall Protection with Rescue Planning
  • Fire Fighting - Incipient
  • First Aid - CPR - AED - BBP
  • Hazardous Materials Shipping
  • Marine Trash and Debris
  • Offshore Safety Awareness (SafeGulf)
  • Scaffolding
  • Piping & Vessel Isolations (LOTO)
  • SEMS II Awareness Training
  • NORM / NORM Surveyor

Skills and Experience:
  • The Offshore Safety Technician must display a thorough understanding of all federal, state, local, company and client regulations. The ability to recognize hazardous situations and recommend corrective measures is essential.
  • Computer literacy must be sufficient to communicate effectively through emails and prepare written reports and summarize observations, prepare incident reports and statements, basic spreadsheets and time and expense reporting.
  • Employees will be required to climb and work from ladders, scaffolds, and elevated platforms. The scope may require climbing access ladders on plant equipment to various heights. At times, the employee must enter several types of process equipment where work is being performed. Work will occur on hard and uneven surfaces like gravel, asphalt, and cement. Where excavations are present soil conditions will be slippery at times and change as work progresses throughout the project. Work will occur in all weather conditions in an outdoor environment. Some projects require work at night.
  • Employee will be required to perform the scope of the assignment while wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment, including but not limited to flame retardant clothing, chemical suits, respirators, breathing air equipment, rescue harness, safety harness with lanyards, hardhats, and other equipment required for personal safety.

Working Environment:
  • Able to work at various heights, the employee will be exposed to heat, cold, dust, fumes, or gases and to changes of weather.
  • Able to work and support various Offshore Gulf of Mexico Upstream Operations.

Educational Requirements:
  • Occupational safety/health degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or industrial related safety and health experience.

Total Safety and its subsidiaries afford equal opportunity in employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy, familial status, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State or Local law. Total Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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