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Career / Re: Offshore Oil Worker,lets Meet Here by bigtalla(m): 8:44am On Jun 26, 2015
nannymcphee:


I didn't want to quote your entire write up.

He works with a construction company, its actually an epic firm( engineering, procurement, installation & commissioning)

they are building a facility for shell, I think a flow station. it's an ONshore projenct, not offshore but it's in a remote location

So it's not about another wife or girlfriend or bad one for that matter.

For this 5weeks, all he gets is his basic salary plus daily feeding allowance. No insurance nothing nothing.

I think the workers have protested before, they have no union & certain personnels were sacked

Shell couldnt do anything about it since that bothered on the company policy (I don't want to mention the name). That's the explanation shell gave, am sure those guys were compromised

but I know that most construction companies handling various jobs for shell, chevron etc maximum I have heard of is 3wks in, 1week out

So is there any law regulating this or at least that states that if you keep people more than usual, you will have to compensate them






I guess he read the ''Terms and Conditions'' of his employment. If he feels his rights have been breeched, then he can stage a protest. That is why having a union in such companies is very necessary. Its quite unfortunate that we are helpless in situations like this because of unavailability of jobs...
Career / Re: Offshore Oil Worker,lets Meet Here by bigtalla(m): 2:45pm On Jun 25, 2015
nannymcphee:
Hello house, pls I wanted to know if there are any laws governing how long someone will stay offshore, creek etc

I ask because of my friends husband, he works in an onshore location in one of those remote creeks, he works for 5weeks on & only has 3days as off

Some other companies in that location works for 28days on including Sundays and has only 4days as off

Just imagine leaving your wife & kids for 5 solid weeks just to spend 3days with them!! It's not as though the pay is big o

So are there laws governing this, it's a shell project & he works for one of the contractors
the spdc inspectors do 2wks on 2wks off.

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Am sorry about your friend's husband situation. The truth is that there is no one overall rule governing how long one stays offshore. There are several scenarios that may determine his stay offshore:

1. Does he work with an International Oil Company (IOC)[b]

Generally, people that work with the IOCs (SNEPCO, Chevron, Agip, Mobil, Total) often do a 2-week rotation if their back-to-back (relief person) is Nigerian. But if your back-to-back is an expatriate its usually a 28 days rotation basis. You generally earn equal number of days you stay offshore as recuperation.. This varies from company to company. Most of their cash comes from their monthly salary and allowances, while they get extra from field/offshore allowances. So, staying offshore too long may not be very beneficial considering their family waiting back at home.

[b]2. Or an Oil Servicing Company?:

Generally, guys that work with Oil servicing companies are called out for specific tasks. The duration of the task may be shorter than 14 days or longer than 28 days. I have seen guys that stay offshore for 3 months on a particular job. It is also, important to note that the huge chunk of their pay comes from field/offshore allowances; and this makes them want to work extra days, even if it means sacrificing their recuperation days. But this is not something one does every shift, especially if he has a family back at home. Also, some companies have manpower issues.

3. If he has a 'unwelcoming' wife back at home:
This may sound strange, but some guys are willing to stay more days offshore rather than going back home to face their unwelcoming wife. Some complain of increased BP whenever they go home. They rather work extra days, send money home to their wives and have peace of mind. They are willing to stay a few extra days offshore without any benefit

4. If he has another wife/gf/family somewhere else:
It is not uncommon for an offshore worker to live a double life.. This is the worst nightmare wives of offshore workers face.. Am sure your friend might be in this this situation. Your friend's husband case is not strange but also not a normal one....

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Autos / Re: Free Vin Checks And Reports by bigtalla(m): 10:45am On Jun 18, 2015
Sir,

Please can I get a car fax report for this VIN NO: 4JGBB86E97A202064

My email is danielmaduagwu@yahoo.com

Thanks in advance
Autos / Re: Free Vin Checks And Reports by bigtalla(m): 4:52pm On Jun 17, 2015
Good Evening,

Please help me run for JTEDS42A882018639 and send to danielmaduagwu@yahoo.com

Thanks
Autos / Re: Free Vin Checks And Reports by bigtalla(m): 10:05am On Jun 17, 2015
Good Morning. Kindly run a check on this VIN: JT3HN86R320386137

Send the report to danielmaduagwu@yahoo.com

God bless.
Romance / Re: Mouth Odour Experience by bigtalla(m): 2:12pm On Jun 05, 2015
OP, your topic is a bit misleading. I almost concluded it was you that had the mouth odor..

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Autos / Re: Very Sharp 2007 Benz Gl450 64k Miles In Egbeda #3.3m by bigtalla(m): 3:56pm On Jun 04, 2015
location pls
Food / Re: Terrible.. Look What I Saw In My Drink by bigtalla(m): 2:14pm On May 27, 2015
@OP, u drink schwepps a lot? I hear some ladies drink schwepps when they just finished having lipsrsealed wink
Politics / Re: Photos: The Cyclists Riding For Buhari Have Finally Arrived Abuja by bigtalla(m): 9:54am On May 27, 2015
Great timing..May 29th is here

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Romance / Re: Why Do Girls Carry Big Handbags.....?????? by bigtalla(m): 6:45am On Apr 21, 2015
Why are some of you ladies here claim to also carry an extra bra in their bag? We all know bra is one thing that suffers the most on you ladies... Stop acting all tushed-up..
Romance / Re: Why Do Most Ladies Dislike Fat Guys? by bigtalla(m): 8:48am On Apr 06, 2015
Fat guys like me haff suffer... angry

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Autos / Re: 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac ( Naija Used ) For Quick Sale by bigtalla(m): 10:50am On Apr 01, 2015
Inbox me d last price...bigtalla@yahoo.com
Travel / Re: My Experience At US Embassy In Lagos Today by bigtalla(m): 8:02am On Mar 26, 2015
@OP, I know a few peeps who have gotten visas with salaries lees than 180k and have not travelled out of the country before. Some likely reasons u were denied visa are:

1. You appear to have no strong ties to Nigeria : Travelling alone without your kid(s) and hubby raises a red-flag. Seems like you are running away. Next time, apply for a visa for the whole family, even if you plan to travel alone.
2. Intention of Visit sounds weak: You may truly have a cousin you miss so much and would love to see, but what stops your cousin from visiting you here in Nigeria (I want to assume your cousin is not yet married)? Rather than you leaving your hubby and kids to make a long trip to the US.
3. What you plan to do during your visit: During your 2 weeks stay, I think it would have made more sense saying you are going for a vacation and u plan to visit wonderful places like, NASA space centre, Musem for Natural sciences, etc (depending on where u want to visit). Then when asked if you know anyone in the USA, u say YES, you have a cousin and may visit her, depending if time permits you
4. Where you will be staying: You can book hotel room(s) without paying a kobo. This gives the Visa Officer the impression you won't be inconveniencing anyone in the USA and you plan to 'spend' your cash in the USA...


My thoughts

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Career / Re: 20 Ways To Improve The Quality Of Your Life by bigtalla(m): 2:01pm On Mar 09, 2015
less of Tonto Dike... More of this please!!! Front page material

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Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Opinion: Top 10 Government Agencies To Work For by bigtalla(m): 1:55pm On Mar 09, 2015
INEC oooo
Politics / Re: 2015: Northern Youths Vow To Mobilise Support For Jonathan by bigtalla(m): 4:21am On Jan 20, 2015
Aaaaahhh Northern youths.... You can lie oooo shocked
Travel / Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedure? by bigtalla(m): 8:59pm On Jan 06, 2015
damsell:
Hey peeps, the items are officially off the table o, I've promised them to the first person that mailed me. Wish I cld help everyone though but whossai...All the best with your plans and journeys.

@damsel, Congratulations on your safe delivery. I hope that you and the baby are doing great.
I am writing you on behalf of my wife. We are planning on having our first child in the US and she desperately needs to contact you because she wishes to have the baby in El Paso with Doctores Para Ti. We need to clarify certain grey areas and are hoping you will be of help. Please, send your contact (bbpin or whatsapp or e-mail or gsm num) to cacowe@yahoo.com or bigtalla@yahoo.com.. God bless you. I also wish you a safe flight back home.

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Romance / Re: Am I Unknowingly Dating A Prostitute ? by bigtalla(m): 11:19pm On Jan 03, 2015
OP, pls send me her gsm number let me confirm from her.... I'll let u know afterwards.. grin grin grin
Nairaland / General / Re: Top Ten New Year Resolution Ideas You Can Choose From. by bigtalla(m): 8:25am On Dec 31, 2014
2014 was just perfect for me... So, no new year resolutions

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Autos / Re: Free Vin Checks And Reports by bigtalla(m): 10:53am On Dec 23, 2014
Good morning, kindly help check details of this Vin: JTEDS42A882018637. Pls send report to edorons@yahoo.com. Thank you
Education / Re: "My Boyfriend Encouraged Me" –UNILORIN Best Anatomy Graduate by bigtalla(m): 9:44am On Nov 19, 2014
is her boyfriend the Anatomy department HOD?
Autos / Re: Super Sweet 2006 FJ CRUISER 2.1m by bigtalla(m): 9:14am On Nov 19, 2014
location pls
Autos / Re: Superclean 08 Toyota Camry Muscle Xle (5mths Reg) For Jst 1.580m See Pix... by bigtalla(m): 8:52am On Nov 19, 2014
location and mileage pls
Autos / Re: Squeaky Clean 2010 Ford F150 4door Truck. by bigtalla(m): 3:51pm On Nov 18, 2014
how much?
Autos / Re: Stay High And Fly High! 2014 Range Sport HSE by bigtalla(m): 10:28am On Nov 17, 2014
i dey fear to ask u how much?.. lipsrsealed lipsrsealed
Autos / Re: Free Vin Checks And Reports by bigtalla(m): 8:32am On Nov 12, 2014
Please help me check my VIN JTJHF10U820285864 and send report to ericspiff@yahoo.co.uk
Education / Re: Ten Unbelievable Inventions Created By Students by bigtalla(m): 5:00pm On Sep 24, 2014
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Romance / Re: .must Read..he Gav U Ring For 6 Months He Neva Marry U.u Be Lord Of The Rings? by bigtalla(m): 1:29am On Sep 09, 2014
@OP... I hope you have washed your skool uniform and done ur homework
Romance / Re: Why Some Ladies Smell So Bad by bigtalla(m): 1:12am On Sep 09, 2014
@OP, sorry dude......I guess i have been lucky to be eating the right kitty cat...

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