Nigeria’s oil and gas industry is one of the most dynamic and high-risk sectors in the country. But with the rise of brain drain, global remote work opportunities, and increasing staff turnover, many organisations are struggling to maintain stability in their workforce.

For HR professionals and operations managers in the industry, the challenge isn’t just about hiring and retaining staff—it’s about navigating complex labour laws, ensuring compliance, and managing large, often dispersed teams.

By outsourcing complex HR services to experts, oil and gas companies can ensure seamless workforce management, reduce risks, and keep operations running without disruptions.

With experts who have managed Oil and Gas clients for close to a decade, the Rovedana team is any Oil and Gas company’s delight. 

What Does Rovedana Bring to the Table?

1. End-to-End Payroll Management

• Accurate salary computation and disbursements via our payroll technology
• Management of allowances, overtime, bonuses, and tax adjustments
• Seamless disbursement to staff accounts
• Payslip generation and payroll reporting

No more salary delays or payroll errors—especially critical for oilfield contract staff and unskilled labour who rely heavily on timely payments.

2. Statutory Compliance & Remittances

We ensure your company never falls behind on regulatory obligations:

• PAYE filing with state tax boards
• Pension contributions (PENCOM)
• NHF, NSITF, ITF deductions and remittances
• RSA administration with PFAs

Stay compliant, avoid fines, and maintain a clean record with regulators.

3. Employee Benefits & Compensation Management

Boost morale and staff retention with well-structured benefits:

• HMOs and group life insurance
• Diverse benefits package, ranging from fuel allocation to monthly shopping cards
• Overtime calculation, Leave/Holiday bonuses, Gratuity setup, 13th month calculations, and other bonuses 

We have curated unique and competitive packages that will make staff feel valued and keep them motivated.

4. HR Administration & Workforce Management

We take care of the admin load so your team can focus on core tasks:

• Onboarding and induction
• Digital timesheets
• Leave tracking and documentation
• Exit processes and final settlements

5. Disciplinary Actions & Labour Law Compliance

In a high-risk industry like oil and gas, discipline must be both fair and legal:

• Proper warning issuance and escalation procedures
• Labour law-aligned disciplinary actions
• Termination and resignation support
• Industrial relations and union engagement

6. Training & Development

Keep your workforce skilled and compliant:

• Technical and HSE training
• Soft skills and leadership development
• Custom training for field, admin, and remote teams
• On-site, off-site, or virtual delivery

A well-trained workforce is a productive workforce.

7. Expatriate Management

We handle the complexities of expatriate deployment:

• Visa processing and expatriate quotas (CERPAC, STR visas)
• Work/residence permits
• Housing, transport, security, and schooling arrangements
• Local onboarding for smooth integration

8. Talent Acquisition, Recruitment & Replacement of Staff

Finding and keeping the right people is one of the major battles that in-house HR and Operations Managers face in the Oil and Gas sector:

We cover:

• Skilled and semi-skilled workforce sourcing
• Executive search for top professionals
• Temporary/contract staffing for projects
• Workforce planning and replacement support

Our vast database and partnerships give oil and gas operators fast access to quality talent.

Why Partner with Us?

In Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, the stakes are high. Between regulatory demands, complex payroll structures, and the pressure to deliver results, internal HR teams can easily get overwhelmed.

We don’t just provide HR outsourcing—we provide peace of mind.

• We handle payroll for hundreds of staff across multiple worksites.
• We stay ahead of evolving tax laws, pension rules, and compliance requirements.
• We streamline onboarding, timesheets, leave, and statutory filings every single month.

Our tailored HR systems are built specifically for oil and gas businesses, helping them avoid operational bottlenecks while achieving long-term success.

When you partner with Rovedana, you’re not just outsourcing HR—you’re gaining a team of HR experts dedicated to making your workforce more efficient, compliant, and productive.

Ready to streamline HR in your oil & gas business?
Let’s talk about how Rovedana can help you build a stronger workforce and smoother operations.