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McDermott

Industry

Construction

Primary location

L 9, 200 St GeorgesTerrace, Perth

The McDermott Strategy: Global Presence, Local Expertise A tier-one leader in project engineering, design, procurement, fabrication and delivery for the offshore and subsea markets, McDermott serves a diversified client base of independent, international and national oil companies. McDermott’s strategic success begins, and ends, with our customers. We build long-standing client relationships through three operating areas (Americas, Europe & Africa, Middle East and Asia) with an unwavering focus on operational excellence and client engagement to deliver the best solution. Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

Reviews overview

4.429 ratings in total

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93%

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What’s it like working at McDermott?

AI summary of recent reviews

Employees consistently praise McDermott's excellent safety standards, friendly atmosphere, and supportive colleagues who create a professional work environment. The company offers good career development opportunities, particularly overseas, along with exciting and diverse work in oil and gas, competitive benefits, and opportunities to learn new skills on large-scale projects.

However, there are some potential challenges, including a demanding workload with tight project schedules, the difficulty of working away from family in remote FIFO locations, and the project-based nature of employment. Some employees have also noted delays with IT support and administrative processes, as well as opportunities to improve management planning and procedural consistency.

Recent reviews

5.0

Fabrication Supervisor

Jul 2026

Middle Swan WA 605623 to 24 years in the role, former employee

I have had the opportunity to work on various projects such as Saudi Aramco, Qatar Energy, and ADNOC

The good thingsExcellent safety standards

The challengesThe challenges can improve my career and efficiency

5.0

MIG Welder Qualified

Feb 2026

Katherine & Northern Australia NT3 to 4 years in the role, current employee

I'm Muhammad Farooq from Pakistan and my job in Qatar McDermott company. I'm very happy me working.

The good thingsVery good company 3 years experience in Qatar McDermott is my best choice.

The challengesSafely work most important safety 🥇

4.0

Administration Officer

Aug 2023

Australia Fair QLD 421511 to 12 years in the role, former employee

I would describe myself as hardworking, Adaptable to change, A fast learner, and someone who is prepared for an exciting and challenging role to go above and beyond what is required to help my team and company.

The good thingsThe good thing about working in McDermott is a high standard of Safety Environment for the Subcon, vendor and especially for employees. and They provide good benefits to employees, and they provide training and seminars, Family-oriented, and high-value ethics.

The challengesThe exciting challenge in McDermott is the workload to push you to the limits to excel. And to assess the critical scenario with the proper guidance of your manager. And to apply the proper standards and procedures of the company to clients.

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