JETI (Jobs, Energy, Technology and Innovation)

A safety and compliance management system used by some operators to pre-qualify and manage contractors working on their sites.

Electrical equipment used to control, protect, and isolate power systems on job sites. Subcontractors working near switchgear must follow strict lockout/tagout procedures. Installation and maintenance work often requires certified electricians and site-specific safety permits.

A secondary recovery method where water is injected into a reservoir to push remaining oil toward producing wells. Subcontractors support waterflood projects through injection well services, pump maintenance, and water handling infrastructure. Work scope can be long-term, offering stable recurring contracts.

The detailed engineering phase before a project is sanctioned for full construction. For subcontractors, FEED signals that scopes, specs, and vendor lists are being finalised. Winning work during FEED often positions your company for contracts in the execution phase.

A self-propelled vessel equipped with a drilling rig used for offshore exploration and production in deepwater locations, which subcontractors may be mobilised to for specialised services such as equipment maintenance, inspection, or crew support under strict offshore safety and logistical requirements.

A temporary heating system using fluid-filled coils laid on the ground to thaw frozen soil or maintain process temperatures. Subcontractors are often hired to install, monitor, and remove these systems during cold-weather operations. Common in northern pipeline and facility projects where ground conditions affect construction timelines.

How Operator Mergers and Acquisitions Affect Your Subcontract Agreements

When operators merge, get acquired, or sell assets, subcontractor agreements are caught in the middle. Learn how M&A activity affects your MSA, payment terms, vendor status, and what to do before, during, and after a deal closes.

How Rig Count Trends Affect Subcontractor Demand and What to Do About It

Rig counts are the earliest signal of where field service work is heading. Learn how to read drilling activity trends, anticipate demand shifts, and position your crew before the phone stops ringing.

What Is an AFE in Oil and Gas and How Does It Affect Subcontractor Payments?

An AFE (Authorization for Expenditure) controls every dollar spent on an oilfield project. Learn how it affects your billing, change orders, and cash flow as a subcontractor.