Aberdeen is Scotland's third largest city and the energy capital of Europe, home to the world's most significant offshore oil and gas industry cluster as well as growing sectors in renewable energy, healthcare, fishing, agriculture and digital technology. With a population of over 230,000 and a highly skilled workforce, Aberdeen offers a wide range of job opportunities across technical, professional and service industries. This guide covers the Aberdeen job market, the key employers recruiting in the city and how to find live job vacancies in Aberdeen today.
The Aberdeen Job Market
Aberdeen's economy has historically been dominated by the North Sea oil and gas industry, which continues to be a major employer of engineers, geologists, drilling specialists, project managers and offshore workers. However, the city's energy sector has diversified significantly in recent years, with a growing focus on renewable energy including offshore wind, hydrogen and carbon capture technology. Aberdeen is positioning itself as the hub for the UK's energy transition, attracting new investment and employment in clean energy alongside the established oil and gas sector.
NHS Grampian is one of the largest employers in the North East of Scotland, providing substantial healthcare employment across Aberdeen and the surrounding region. The University of Aberdeen and Robert Gordon University together contribute significantly to research, education and technology employment in the city. Aberdeen Harbour, one of Scotland's busiest ports, supports significant maritime and logistics employment.
Key Sectors for Jobs in Aberdeen
The strongest sectors for job vacancies in Aberdeen include energy including oil, gas and renewables, healthcare through NHS Grampian, education, fishing and food processing, logistics and port operations, retail and hospitality, technology and digital, and professional services including engineering and project management.
Major Employers Hiring in Aberdeen
Major employers currently recruiting in Aberdeen include NHS Grampian, Aberdeen City Council, the University of Aberdeen, Robert Gordon University, BP, Shell, TotalEnergies, Wood Group, Petrofac, Amazon, Royal Mail, Tesco and a large number of energy services, engineering and technology businesses.
Search for Jobs in Aberdeen
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Jobcentre Plus in Aberdeen
Your local Jobcentre Plus office can provide free support with your job search, CV writing, interview preparation and benefit claims. Visit our Aberdeen Jobcentre Plus page for address, telephone numbers and opening hours.
