Oil, Gas & Energy

Senior Drilling Engineer Salary
in Duqm 2026

OMR 2,429 /mo

OMR 29,148/year · 6-9 years (Mid Career)

Annual

OMR 29,148

Salary Range

2,023–3,180

Total Package

OMR 2,429

Income Tax

0%

Salary Range

Where you fall among professionals in this role

OMR 2,429
P10 MEDIAN P90
OMR 1,416 P25: OMR 2,023 P75: OMR 3,180 OMR 4,134

50% of Senior Drilling Engineers in Duqm earn between OMR 2,023 and OMR 3,180 per month.

Total Compensation

Your full monthly package breakdown

Base Salary
OMR 1,599
Housing Allowance 25%
OMR 400
Transport 10%
OMR 160
Medical Insurance
OMR 62
Annual Flight
OMR 45
Gratuity (accrued)
OMR 67
Total Package
OMR 2,429/mo OMR 29,148/year

0% Income Tax β€” Take-home equals gross

Monthly OMR 2,429
Base Salary
Housing Allowance
Transport
Medical Insurance
Annual Flight
Gratuity (accrued)

Career Salary Growth

Expected salary at different experience levels for Senior Drilling Engineer in Duqm

6.3K 4.7K 3K 1.4K 2K 0-2 yrs 2.2K 3-5 yrs 2.5K 6-9 yrs 2.9K 10-14 yrs 3.4K 15-19 yrs 4.2K 20-25 yrs 3.8K 25-30 yrs
Experience Low (P25) Median High (P75)
0-2 years OMR 1,670 OMR 2,003 OMR 2,623
3-5 years OMR 1,838 OMR 2,205 OMR 2,887
6-9 years OMR 2,093 OMR 2,513 OMR 3,290
10-14 years OMR 2,405 OMR 2,886 OMR 3,778
15-19 years OMR 2,864 OMR 3,436 OMR 4,500
20-25 years OMR 3,470 OMR 4,165 OMR 5,454
25-30 years OMR 3,174 OMR 3,808 OMR 4,987

Salary by Industry

How Senior Drilling Engineer pays across industries in Duqm

Executive & General Management
OMR 3,158
+30%
Banking & Financial Services
OMR 2,915
+20%
Oil, Gas & Energy
OMR 2,866
+18%
Legal & Compliance
OMR 2,720
+12%
Engineering & Technology
OMR 2,429
0%
Healthcare & Medical
OMR 2,308
-5%
Finance & Accounting
OMR 2,308
-5%
Construction & Real Estate
OMR 2,235
-8%
Sales & Marketing
OMR 2,186
-10%
Human Resources
OMR 2,138
-12%
Supply Chain & Logistics
OMR 2,138
-12%
Government & Public Sector
OMR 2,065
-15%
Media & Creative
OMR 2,065
-15%
Education & Training
OMR 1,943
-20%
Hospitality & Tourism
OMR 1,895
-22%

Frequently Asked Questions

The median salary for a Senior Drilling Engineer in Duqm is OMR 2,429 per month (OMR 29,148 per year). Salaries range from OMR 2,023 at the 25th percentile to OMR 3,180 at the 75th percentile, depending on experience, skills, and the employing organization.

A Senior Drilling Engineer with approximately 7 years of experience in Duqm can expect a median base salary of OMR 2,429/month. With a typical benefits package including housing (OMR 400), transport, medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity, total monthly compensation reaches approximately OMR 2,429.

In Oman, Senior Drilling Engineer positions typically include a comprehensive benefits package: housing allowance (25% of base salary), transportation allowance (10%), annual flight tickets for home country visits, private medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity as mandated by labor law. Senior roles may also include education allowance for dependents and performance bonuses.

Duqm offers moderately competitive salaries for Senior Drilling Engineer positions in the GCC region. While cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi typically anchor at the higher end of the pay scale, the lower cost of living in some cities can result in better purchasing power. Use the comparison chart above to see exact figures across all 28 GCC cities.

Duqm is a growing market for Oil, Gas & Energy professionals. The city offers tax-free income, a multicultural working environment, and strong demand for skilled professionals. The Oil, Gas & Energy sector in Oman continues to grow with Vision 2030 and diversification initiatives driving new opportunities.

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