When a foreign energy company enters Mexico’s offshore sector, success hinges on more than just recruitment. It’s about mastering regulations, logistics, timing, and trust. All while ensuring zero operational delays.

 

 

Supporting four offshore drilling rigs with over 400 qualified Mexican crew members wasn’t just a staffing challenge. It was a full-scale operational feat.

 

 

What it really takes to scale offshore operations in Mexico. Here’s a breakdown of what went into making this project a success:

 

 

Sourcing the right talent

We identified and mobilized professionals with:

• Valid HUET/BOSIET certifications
• Up-to-date OGUK medicals
• Proven offshore experience

 

Compliance with Mexican Labor Law

Every worker was contracted in full alignment with:

• Mexican labor regulations
• REPSE (Registro de Prestadoras de Servicios Especializados u Obras Especializadas) compliance

 

Payroll & benefits setup

We established a compliant payroll system that included:

• IMSS and INFONAVIT registration
• Daily wage structures
• Full legal benefits

 

Training & onboarding

Over 400 professionals were trained and onboarded across multiple rotations. Ensuring readiness from day one.

 

End-to-end logistics coordination

From mobilization to port access and compliance documentation, every logistical detail was handled with precision.

 

Cultural integration & local trust

We facilitated a smooth soft landing for our client, enabling them to build trust with local teams and meet operational expectations.

 

Why this project worked

This wasn’t a job board success story. It was a systems success story. The real challenge isn’t just finding people, it’s ensuring the right people show up, fully prepared, at the right place, and on time.

 

That takes:

• Deep local knowledge
• Strong industry relationships
• A commitment to doing things by the book

We don’t just manage onboarding. We engineer it.

 

 

Ready to scale your Offshore Operations in Mexico?

Whether you’re entering the market or expanding your footprint, we’re here to help you scale. Seamlessly, compliantly, and without delays. Interested to know more? Get in touch with Christian Alvarez.