£77,500
Avg. Base Salary (GBP)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (GBP)
The average salary for an Oil Well Driller is £77,500 in 2025
Base Salary
£0 - £78k
Total Pay
£0 - £80k
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What Do Oil Well Drillers Do?
Oil Well Driller Tasks
- Set up and operate drill to remove underground oil or core samples for testing.
- Monitor, maintain, and adjust machinery for optimal performance.
- Lower and raise drill pipes and casings in and out of wells.
- Monitor pressure gauge and adjust throttles and levers to control the speed of rotary tables.
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Common Health Benefits for a Oil Well Driller
Medical
100%
Dental
50%
Gender Breakdown for Oil Well Drillers
Male
100.0%
This data is based on 2 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Oil Well Drillers
What is the highest pay for Oil Well Drillers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Oil Well Driller is £NaN / year
What is the lowest pay for Oil Well Drillers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Oil Well Driller is £NaN / year
How can Oil Well Drillers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as an Oil Well Driller is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Oil Well Driller that oversees more junior Oil Well Drillers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.