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Connecting Elite Engineering Talent with Industry Leaders

We specialize in retained executive search for senior-level engineering positions across the global oil and gas sector, delivering transformative talent solutions since 2005.

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Trusted by Leading Energy Companies Worldwide

The Definitive Choice for Executive Search

We combine deep industry expertise with a global network to deliver transformative talent solutions for the world's most demanding engineering challenges.

Global Network

Over 20 years of cultivating relationships with elite engineering talent across 40+ countries, with dedicated offices in Houston, London, Dubai, and Singapore.

Industry Expertise

Our consultants average 15+ years in the oil and gas sector, bringing unmatched technical understanding to every engagement.

Proven Track Record

Over 2,400 successful placements at VP, Director, and C-suite levels across upstream, downstream, and cross-functional roles.

Comprehensive Talent Solutions

From retained executive search to strategic market intelligence, we offer end-to-end talent acquisition services tailored to the energy sector.

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Retained Executive Search

Our core service for senior-level and C-suite placements. We conduct thorough, confidential searches to identify exceptional candidates who align with your organization's vision and technical requirements.

  • Confidential searches
  • Board-level placements
  • Cross-border searches
  • Candidate assessment
02

Executive Assessment

Rigorous evaluation of senior leadership potential through comprehensive psychological profiling, technical competency assessment, and cultural fit analysis.

  • Leadership evaluation
  • Team dynamics analysis
  • Technical competency mapping
  • Succession planning
03

Market Intelligence

Actionable intelligence on talent availability, compensation benchmarks, and competitive positioning within the global energy sector.

  • Salary benchmarking
  • Talent market analysis
  • Competitive intelligence
  • Industry reports

Deep Expertise Across the Energy Value Chain

We understand the technical nuances and leadership requirements across both upstream and downstream operations.

Upstream

  • Reservoir Engineering
  • Drilling Operations
  • Production Engineering
  • Geoscience & Exploration
  • Subsurface Management
  • Well Engineering

Downstream

  • Refining Operations
  • Petrochemical Processes
  • Plant Operations
  • Distribution & Logistics
  • HSE Leadership
  • Technical Services

Senior Positions, Exceptional Results

We specialize in placing leaders who shape the future of energy. Here are the types of roles we regularly fill.

Vice Presidents & Directors

Technical and operational leadership for exploration, production, and refining divisions.

Principal Engineers

Subject matter experts driving technical excellence and innovation in reservoir, drilling, and process engineering.

Project Managers

Leaders of complex capital projects from FID through execution, including LNG, offshore, and refinery expansions.

HSE Directors

Safety and environmental leaders ensuring compliance and driving zero-incident culture across operations.

Technical Directors

Chief technical officers and engineering heads setting technical strategy for major energy companies.

Maintenance Leaders

Asset integrity and maintenance executives optimizing equipment reliability and plant uptime.

Get in Touch

Reach out to discuss how we can help you find the right talent for your organization.

Up-Stream Recruitment

Rivierensingel 588

5704 NV Helmond

The Netherlands

+31 6 493 78 50 24

www.up-stream.nl

Let's Discuss Your Talent Needs

Whether you're seeking to fill a critical senior position or building a talent pipeline for future growth, our consultants are ready to help. Schedule a confidential consultation today.