rotating, not relocating: alberta's oil and gas rotational workforce
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ROTATING, NOT RELOCATING
ALBERTA’S OIL AND GAS ROTATIONAL WORKFORCESummer 2015
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND DISCLAIMERS
This slide deck presents data and insight into Alberta’s rotational workforce for the oil and gas industry, which is taken from the Rotating, Not Relocating: Alberta’s Oil and Gas Rotational Workforce report.
The report is funded by the Government of Alberta’s Ministry of Jobs, Skills, Training and Labour and the Government of Canada’s Sectoral Initiatives Program.
This report describes the nature and experience of Alberta’s oil and gas rotational workforce that reside in camps. And it attempts to demystify what has become an
established industry practice where little information exists.
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PRESENTERS
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AGENDA
• Overview of PetroLMI• Scope and purpose of research• Findings from research• Wrap-up and questions
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PURPOSE
• Overview• Funded by the Government of Alberta and the Government of Canada’s Sectoral Initiatives Program
• Little reliable, statistical data available
• Report includes existing research and additional primary research and qualitative data to provide I̶ Increased understanding of rotational work and camp life and social and economic impact on communities I̶ Insight for decision makers as to why the rotational workforce is necessary
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METHODOLOGY
• Primary sources – Multiple interviews – industry, government and camp providers/workers– On-site visits and consultations at work camp locations– Survey of camp providers in conjunction with Manufacturers Association for Relocatable Structures
(MARS)– PetroLMI oil sands company headcount survey
• Secondary sources– Considerable review of literature sources, both domestic and international
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ROTATIONAL WORK
Research scope• The rotational workforce in Alberta’s oil and gas operations sector; excludes construction sector.
• Focuses on workers who “fly in, fly out” / “drive in, drive out” / “bus in, bus out” and are living in work camps (open or closed) during their work rotation.
Definition• A work arrangement that allows workers to have a set number of days at a given work site, allowing
them to return home at the end of their work schedule for a set number of days or time off.
• The majority of rotational workers are “fly in, fly out” / “drive in, drive out” (depending on the nature of their commute) as their place of residence is often far from their place of work.
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IMPORTANCE OF ROTATIONAL WORKFORCE
• The rotational workforce is critical to success in Alberta’s oil and gas industry.
• Accessibility: Allows companies to respond to changing labour and skill requirements throughout project life cycles.
• Flexibility: Provides industry with a flexible workforce that adapts to varying workloads and locations.
• Nature of work: Ensures full crew on site at all times for continuous 24/7 operations.
ROTATING, NOT RELOCATING
• EXAMINING THE DATA
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FACTS AND FIGURESTax filer data – interprovincial workers vs in-migrants
Workers are rotating,
not relocating.
Number of interprovincial workers in Alberta increased by almost 100% from 2004 to 2008.
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Tax filer data – interprovincial workers vs in-migrants
• The percentage of Alberta’s oil and gas extraction and support service workforce from outside the province is consistently higher than the industry average.
• But, in 2008, the construction industry had the highest percentage of rotational workforce at 14.1%.
• In 2004 and 2009, interprovincial workers in agriculture, forestry and fishing sectors were higher than oil and gas levels.
FACTS AND FIGURES
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FACTS AND FIGURESTax filer data – demographics
2004–2009, some demographic shifts in Alberta’s interprovincial workers are evident.
• More of Alberta’s rotational workers are older and married or in common-law relationships.
• Largest percentage of respondents were between 50-54 years of age.
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FACTS AND FIGURES
• 2012 Census – identified 88 project accommodations– 74 occupied and 14 vacant– Majority of camps located in Northern Region (30,323)
than Southern Region (8,948)
• 2014 shadow population count identified 122 project accommodations– 39% increase in 2 years
• Almost 61% of respondents indicated improved/affordable housing key factor for relocation.
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FACTS AND FIGURES
• In 2012 census, shadow population count estimated at approx. 39,000
• In 2014 number rose to approx. 47,000 – increase of nearly 41,000 workers since shadow population research began in 2000
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
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FACTS AND FIGURES
Regional Municipality of Wood BuffaloGeographical location
Demographics
• 83% of rotational oil sands workers male• 52% married or in common-law relationships • 14% between ages 50-54 years old
49.3% of workers living in project accommodations from out of Alberta
48.7% of workers in project accommodations from Alberta
2.0% of workersfrom outside Canada
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GENERAL OVERVIEW – WORK ROTATIONS
• Providing choice to workers leads to improved worker attraction, retention and productivity.
• Work rotations vary by industry sector, nature of work and worker preferences. – E&P – considerable variation – Oil sands – 7/7 and 14/14 most common – Services – on-shift hours exceed off shift hours e.g. 22/13, 14/7– Pipelines – limited use of camps; use open camps as needed
• Multiple schedule options enhances attractiveness to employees.
• Employees who live far from worksite prefer longer rotations.– Allows them to cut down on travel hours and maximize time off
• Reducing the number of worker commutes, reduce costs to company.
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GENERAL OVERVIEW – TRANSPORTATION
Companies provide transportation arrangements to get workers from pick-up hub to operations site.
• Benefits: – Reduces road traffic and leads to increased safety in operational
areas. – Ability to attract workers from broader geographic regions.
• Travel modes – commercial flights, crew/company vehicles or contracted bus services.
• Operations companies cover travel costs from the hub to site.
• Construction and maintenance companies pass part of costs onto workers but offer Living out Allowance (LOA) or expense reimbursement.
Transportation Modes:
FIFO: Fly in, fly out
DIDO: Drive in, drive out
BIBO: Bus in, bus out
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GENERAL OVERVIEW – CAMPS
Two main categories:
Owner/Company Camps Open Lodges (Offered by Camp Companies)
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GENERAL OVERVIEW – CAMPS
Owner/Company Camps• Permanent structures to support long-term specific oil and gas operations. • Companies usually contract operations/services to open camp operators.• Can be open or closed:
– Open: rooms available for rent by other companies– Closed: rooms and facilities available only to the owner or company
Open Lodges (Offered by Camp Companies)• Temporary structures as operations ramp up or down, shutdown or move.• Companies specialize in modular accommodation/construction.
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GENERAL OVERVIEW – CAMPS
Key characteristics of open and closed campsClosed Camp Open Camp
THE ENVIRONMENT IS STRUCTURED STANDARDS ARE SET BY A KEY CUSTOMER
Private rooms with private bathrooms are standard
Private rooms are a priority although there is some use of Jack and Jill dorms
Workers have designated room for each rotation and a locker to store personal items
Bathrooms range from private to semi-private to communal
Executive wings with larger rooms are available
Quality food and healthy choices offered with accommodation of allergies
Quality food and healthy choices are offered with accommodation of allergies
Some have recreation facilities
Extensive recreation facilities are available Policies on alcohol tend to be dry
Alcohol policies are set by the owner/company and may be wet or dry
Internet services available
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THE CAMP COMMUNITY
• Remotely located sites enable companies to have control over workers well-being and safety.
• Camps provide after work activities to encourage camaraderie.
• Hospitality staff respond to situations that compromise behavior and fitness for work.
• In owner/company camps, culture mirrors that of operating company.
• In open camps, camp operators establish the camp culture with the help of experienced camp managers.
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BUSINESS DRIVERS FOR COMPANIES
• Location of operations - reliance on rotational workforce and camps – Remote locations (E&P, oil sands and services)– Closest communities cannot supply needed skilled workers– Nature of work/industry – Temporary work such as exploration, drilling and completions, and major capital projects
• Competition and ability to attract/retain skilled workers from across Canada (and beyond)– Trend towards greater flexibility in rotations and high quality camp life
• Safety – keep workers off the roads following long shifts
• Rotations enable planning for camp/asset utilization
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ROTATIONAL WORKER HEALTH AND SAFETY
• Maintaining worker safety is a key driver for camps.
• Focus on safety stricter is compared to sites where workers went home at the end of day.
• After-work activities enhance emotional health of workers.
• Equal work or time off rotations ensures appropriate worker downtime.
• Irregular rotations negatively affect worker performance, alertness and sleep patterns.
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QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ROTATIONAL WORKERS
• Rotational lifestyle is not for all: – Need to have realistic perspective of benefits and challenges
associated with rotational work.– Allows workers to be able to optimize the financial, social and
lifestyle impacts.
• Provides workers choice to decide where to call home.– Support network for employee’s family key to reducing
potential impacts of rotational work.
• Rotational schedule allows workers to engage in highly paid oil and gas industry work, while maintaining residence elsewhere
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WHY WORKERS LEAVE
• Work solely for financial reasons
• Find rotations too stressful
• Unable to handle time away from home
• Frustrations with travel time requirements
• Experience life-stage challenges (e.g. marriage, children etc.)
Turnover rates for the industry are unavailable.
Oil sands survey: Turnover rates among rotational workers are the same or lower than non-rotational staff.
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ANALYZING PERFORMANCE
Different perspectives• Companies, camp operators and communities
do not necessarily share the same views about the impact of rotational work arrangements.
• As the industry’s need for camps and rotational employment continues, rising costs and scrutiny from communities and regulators could influence their practices.
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ANALYZING PERFORMANCE
Camp costs
• Camp costs vary depending on type of business model – i.e. Owned or leased/open
• Open Lodge– Costs are passed on to clients
– Standards of food and facilities driven by client specification
– Accommodation costs between $150 and $265 per day
• Example of cost savings: Assess business case for camp location/size to optimize occupancy rate
• Company Owned– Return on investment distributed over long term
– Direct cost of room lower than open camp
Examples of cost savings:• Decrease use of open camps and increase efficiency of closed camps
• Need for quality construction and energy efficient buildings drive costs
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ANALYZING PERFORMANCE
TOP DRIVERS OF COST
When Building A Camp When Operating A Camp
Building and set-up costs Labour
Labour Site services (internet, landlines)
Transportation Infrastructure/maintenance (fuel, water, sewage haul, garbage removal)
Site Services (Internet, landlines) Consumables (food, beverages, paper products)
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ANALYZING PERFORMANCE
Socio-economic impact on communities
POTENTIAL POSITIVE SOCIO-ECONOMICIMPACTS OF CAMPS ON HOST COMMUNITIES
POTENTIAL NEGATIVE SOCIO-ECONOMICIMPACTS OF CAMPS ON HOST COMMUNITIES
Employment and BusinessLocal hiring and purchasing of equipment, goods and services is implemented.
Employment and BusinessHiring and purchasing supplies and services from larger metropolitan centres rather than local communities leads to the fly-over effect and can result in out-migration (i.e., residents may move to rotational hubs in order to access employment opportunities).
Community Infrastructure and ServicesImproved community infrastructure and services through increased use.
Community Infrastructure and ServicesCommunities not adequately compensated for use of infrastructure and services, placing strains on host communities’ ability to provide these services for residents.
Community PlanningA coordinated, planned approach looks at opportunities to enhance support to communities.
Community PlanningCumulative effects of multiple developments can impact host communities’ planning for infrastructure and services and have unintentional and undesirable social effects, including employment and skills shortages, shortages of affordable housing and social inequities.
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COMMUNITY IMPACT AGREEMENTS AND BENEFITS FOR ABORIGINAL PEOPLE
• Negotiated as part of municipal development approval process
• Companies give back to communities by: – Supporting local initiatives
– Partnering with community groups to provide local services
– Encouraging employees to be involved in the local neighborhoods
• Camp operators offer training for camp positions and job opportunities
– Allows Aboriginals to enter new jobs while maintaining social and cultural environments.
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LOOKING TO THE FUTURE
• Data on work camps and rotational workforce is limited. The following could prove valuable:– Regular reporting which compares place of work to place of residence – Measurement of impacts on the community
• Improving information gathering enhances proper workforce planning.
• Minimizing community and environmental impacts and maximizing worker quality of life are integral to the workplace culture.
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SUMMARY
The practices associated with rotational workers in all sectors of Alberta’s oil and gas industry are driven by industry need and worker choice.
Rotating, Not Relocating• Released on June 29, the full report, Rotating Not Relocating: Alberta’s Oil and Gas Rotational
Workforce, is available at www.careersinoilandgas.com/labour-market-information/reports/.
• The report describes in more detail the nature and experience of Alberta’s oil and gas rotational workforce that reside in camps, including:– Drivers for the rotational workforce– Demographics– Community impacts– Analyzing performance
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• The accompanying fact sheet attempts to demystify some commonly held misconceptions.
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