Skilled Trades and the Offshore Industry: A Skills Survey of Selected Construction Trades in Nova Scotia [Atlantic Provinces Economic Council, APEC]

Skilled trades people are a critical part of the labour force requirement for the offshore oil and gas industry, particularly during the development or construction phase of a project. This report presents estimates of the number of unionized construction workers in Nova Scotia in selected trades of relevance for the offshore, along with a detailed profile of their skills, credentials and experience.