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Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining Average Salaries in Libya 2023

How much money does a person working in Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining make in Libya?


Average Monthly Salary
2,060 LYD
( 24,700 LYD yearly)

LOW
750
LYD
AVERAGE
2,060
LYD
HIGH
4,760
LYD
All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

A person working in Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining in Libya typically earns around 2,060 LYD. Salaries range from 750 LYD (lowest average) to 4,760 LYD (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher).


Salary Variance

The provided figure represents the median compensation that encompasses housing, transportation, and other perks. The salaries within the Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining domain in Libya exhibit significant discrepancies across various professions. In case you seek information about the remuneration of a specific position, please refer to the salaries listed below for respective job titles.

Salaries for specific jobs

Job TitleAverage Salary
Assistant Yard Manager2,080 LYD
Associate Analyst2,240 LYD
Associate Landman940 LYD
Auxiliary Equipment Operator900 LYD
Biomass Plant Technician1,040 LYD
Biomass Power Plant Manager3,030 LYD
Chemical Plant Operator1,710 LYD
Chief Contract Compliance Engineer2,270 LYD
Completions Engineer2,090 LYD
Cost Controller1,600 LYD
Crude Oil Marketing Representative2,410 LYD
Dispatcher890 LYD
Distribution Manager3,040 LYD
Dragline Operator1,050 LYD
Driller Offsider750 LYD
Dump Truck Driver840 LYD
Electric and Gas Operations Manager4,800 LYD
Energy Advisor3,400 LYD
Energy Analyst3,150 LYD
Energy Auditor2,570 LYD
Energy Dispatch Director3,700 LYD
Energy Technical Assistant1,320 LYD
Energy Technical Manager2,640 LYD
Energy Technical Trainer1,820 LYD
Exploration Manager3,830 LYD
Field Safety Auditor2,350 LYD
Fluids Engineer2,120 LYD
Fuel Cell Engineer2,250 LYD
Fuel Cell Technician1,100 LYD
Fuels Handler1,040 LYD
Gas Compressor Operator990 LYD
Gas Distribution Plant Operator1,690 LYD
Gas Supply Manager3,150 LYD
Geologist3,810 LYD
Geophysicist3,850 LYD
Geothermal Production Manager3,790 LYD
Geothermal Technician1,430 LYD
HSE Engineer2,050 LYD
HSE Officer1,280 LYD
HSEQ Administrator1,490 LYD
Inspector1,980 LYD
Instructor1,720 LYD
Instrument Designer1,610 LYD
Lead Technical Field Advisor2,840 LYD
Logistics and Tool Coordinator1,850 LYD
Maintenance Engineer2,080 LYD
Maintenance Superintendent1,850 LYD
Material Controller1,430 LYD
Mine Engineer2,100 LYD
Mine Surveyor2,440 LYD
Mining Project Administrator1,920 LYD
Mining Project Assistant1,480 LYD
Mining Project Controls Consultant2,390 LYD
Mining Project Coordinator1,960 LYD
Mining Project Engineer2,120 LYD
Mining Project Manager2,710 LYD
Mining Site Manager2,860 LYD
Mining Team Leader2,240 LYD
NDT Technician1,350 LYD
Oil Service Unit Operator1,170 LYD
Oil Trader2,690 LYD
Oilwell Pumper830 LYD
Petroleum Engineer 2,500 LYD
Petroleum Geologist3,680 LYD
Petroleum Pump System Operator1,190 LYD
Pipeline Technician800 LYD
Power Coordinator1,370 LYD
Power Plant Operations Manager4,200 LYD
Power Plant Operator1,800 LYD
Radio Operator910 LYD
Reliability Engineer2,030 LYD
Reservoir Engineer2,070 LYD
Risk Analyst2,500 LYD
Roughneck2,280 LYD
Scaffolder1,430 LYD
Shutdown Engineer1,780 LYD
Solar Energy Installation Manager3,290 LYD
Solar Energy Systems Engineer2,140 LYD
Solar Photovoltaic Installer1,380 LYD
Solar Thermal Technician1,340 LYD
Supply Operations Manager3,560 LYD
Sustainability Specialist3,490 LYD
System Development Advisor2,510 LYD
Tanker Truck Driver850 LYD
Utility Operator1,190 LYD
Wind Energy Project Manager2,840 LYD

Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining Jobs Pay Scale and Salaries in Libya

Median and salary distribution Libya Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining monthly
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Salary Structure and Pay Scale Comparison

5% of people earn
2,380 LYD or more
10% of people earn
1,970 to 2,380 LYD
20% of people earn
1,080 LYD or less
65% of people earn
1,080 to 1,970 LYD
Minimum Salary
750 LYD
Median
1,880 LYD
Maximum
4,760 LYD


Median Salary, maximum and minimum salary, minimum wage, starting salary, and the salary range

All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
  • Salary Range, Minimum Wage, and Starting Salary

    Salaries in Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining in Libya range from 750 LYD (starting average salary) to 4,760 LYD (maximum average salary, actual maximum is higher). To clarify, the number presented is not the legally mandated minimum wage. Rather, it represents the lowest figure reported in a salary survey that involved thousands of participants and professionals from across the entire country.

  • Median Salary

    The median income in the field of Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining is 1,880 LYD, implying that half of the workforce in Libya earns less than this figure, and the other half earns more. It represents the central value of salaries. As a rule of thumb, you would prefer to be part of the group earning above the median wage, situated on the right-hand side of the salary distribution chart.

  • Percentiles and Salary Scale

    Two values that are highly correlated with the median are the 25th and 75th percentiles. By examining the salary distribution diagram, it is possible to determine that 25% of individuals employed in Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining in Libya earn less than 1,440 LYD, while 75% of them earn more. Additionally, the diagram reveals that 75% of individuals earn less than 2,350 LYD, while 25% earn more than that.

  • Pay Scale Structure

    Data was regrouped into brackets to provide a better understanding of what salaries can be expected. This approach was deemed more accurate than relying solely on the average salary, as it offers greater insights into the distribution of salaries in the field of Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining in Libya. The analysis revealed that roughly 65% of all reported salaries fell within the range of 1,080 LYD to 1,970 LYD. Approximately 20% of salaries were below the 1,080 LYD mark, while 10% ranged from 1,970 LYD to 2,380 LYD. Only 5% of individuals earned a gross salary of 2,380 LYD or higher.

Salary Comparison by Years of Experience

How does a person's salary progress over time?

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The experience level is the most important factor in determining the salary. Naturally, the more years of experience the higher the wage.

Generally speaking, employees in Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining in Libya having experience from two to five years earn on average 32% more than freshers and juniors across all industries and disciplines.

Professionals with experience of more than five years tend to earn on average 36% more than those with five years or less of work experience.

As you hit the ten years mark, the salary increases by 21% and an additional 14% for those who have crossed the 15 years mark.

Those figures are presented as guidelines only. The numbers become more significant if you consider one job title at a time.


Change in salary based on experience varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of many different jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.
On average, a person's salary doubles their starting salary by the time they cross the 10 years* experience mark.
* Based on the average change in salary over time. Salary variations differ from person to person.

Salary Comparison By Education

How does the education level affect your salary?

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Change in salary based on education varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of multiple jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.

It is well known that higher education equals a bigger salary, but how much more money can a degree add to your income?

We compared the salaries of professionals at the same level but with different college degree levels across many jobs in Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining in Libya, below are our findings.

Workers with a certificate or diploma earn on average 17% more than their peers who only reached the high school level.

Employees who earned a Bachelor's Degree earn 24% more than those who only managed to attain a certificate or diploma.

Professionals who attained a Master's Degree are awarded salaries that are 29% more than those with a Bachelor's Degree.

Finally, PhD holders earn 23% more than Master's Degree holders on average while doing the same job.


Is a Master's degree or an MBA worth it? Should you pursue higher education?

A Master's degree program or any post-graduate program in Libya costs anywhere from 11,400 LYD to 34,300 LYD and lasts approximately two years. That is quite an investment.

Employees can't expect any salary increases during the study period, assuming they already have a job. In most cases, a salary review is conducted once education is completed and the degree has been attained.

Many people pursue higher education as a tactic to switch to a higher-paying job. The numbers seem to support this tactic. The average increase in compensation while changing jobs is approximately 10% more than the customary salary increment.

The decision really depends on the situation and experience among many other factors. Putting all variables aside, if a person can afford the costs of higher education then the return on investment is definitely worth it. Degree costs can be recovered roughly in a year or so.

Salary and Compensation Comparison By Gender / Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining / Libya

Salary comparison by gender Libya Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining monthly
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Though gender should not have an effect on pay, in reality, it does. So who gets paid more: men or women? In the field of Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining in Libya, the average difference between the salary of male and female employees is 14%.

Male
2,160 LYD
Female-12%
1,900 LYD
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Comparison By Gender in Libya for all Careers

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Average Annual Salary Increment Percentage / Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining / Libya

How much are annual salary increments in Libya for individuals working in Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining? How often do employees get salary raises?

Professionals working in Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining in Libya are likely to observe a salary increase of approximately 7% every 26 months. The national average annual increment for all professions combined is 5% granted to employees every 28 months.

Annual Salary Increment Rate Libya Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining
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The figures provided here are averages of numbers. Those figures should be taken as general guidelines. Salary increments will vary from person to person and depend on many factors, but your performance and contribution to the success of the organization remain the most important factors in determining how much and how often you will be granted a raise.

Libya / All Professions

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The term Annual Salary Increase usually refers to the increase in 12 calendar month period, but because it is rare that people get their salaries reviewed exactly on the one-year mark, it is more meaningful to know the frequency and the rate at the time of the increase.

How to calculate the salary increment percentage?

The annual salary Increase in a calendar year (12 months) can be easily calculated as follows: Annual Salary Increase = Increase Rate x 12 / Increase Frequency

The average salary increase in one year (12 months) in Libya is 2%.

Annual Increment Rate By Industry 2022

Banking
5%
Energy
1%
Information Technology
6%
Healthcare
2%
Travel
7%
Construction
3%
Education
8%

Listed above are the average annual increase rates for each industry in Libya for the year 2022. Companies within thriving industries tend to provide higher and more frequent raises. Exceptions do exist, but generally speaking, the situation of any company is closely related to the economic situation in the country or region. These figures tend to change frequently.


Worldwide Salary Raises: All Countries and All Jobs

World Average Annual Salary Increment
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Salary Packages and Schemes

Not all compensation increases are reflected directly in the salary. Some companies offer upgraded packages to their staff instead of cash money. The figures displayed here account only for direct increments to the base salary.

Bonus and Incentive Rates / Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining / Libya

How much and how often are bonuses being awarded?Annual Salary Bonus Rate Libya Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining
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64% of surveyed staff in Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining reported that they haven't received any bonuses or incentives in the previous year while 36% said that they received at least one form of monetary bonus.

Those who got bonuses reported rates ranging from 3% to 6% of their annual salary.

Received Bonus
36%
No Bonus
64%

Types of Bonuses Considered

Individual Performance-Based Bonuses

The most standard form of bonus, where the employee is awarded based on their exceptional performance.

Company Performance Bonuses

Occasionally, some companies like to celebrate excess earnings and profits with their staff collectively in the form of bonuses that are granted to everyone. The amount of the bonus will probably be different from person to person depending on their role within the organization.

Goal-Based Bonuses

Granted upon achieving an important goal or milestone.

Holiday / End of Year Bonuses

These types of bonuses are given without a reason and usually resemble an appreciation token.

Bonuses Are Not Commissions!

People tend to confuse bonuses with commissions. A commission is a prefixed rate at which someone gets paid for items sold or deals completed while a bonus is in most cases arbitrary and unplanned.


What makes a position worthy of good bonuses and a high salary?

The main two types of jobs

Revenue GeneratorsSupporting Cast

Employees that are directly involved in generating revenue or profit for the organization. Their field of expertise usually matches the type of business.

Employees that support and facilitate the work of revenue generators. Their expertise is usually different from that of the core business operations.

Example:
A graphics designer working for a graphics designing company.

Example:
A graphic designer in the marketing department of a hospital.


Revenue generators usually get more and higher bonuses, higher salaries, and more frequent salary increments. The reason is quite simple: it is easier to quantify your value to the company in monetary terms when you participate in revenue generation.

Try to work for companies where your skills can generate revenue. We can't all generate revenue and that's perfectly fine.

Bonus Comparison by Seniority Level

Top management personnel and senior employees naturally exhibit higher bonus rates and frequencies than juniors. This is very predictable due to the inherent responsibilities of being higher in the hierarchy. People in top positions can easily get double or triple bonus rates than employees down the pyramid.

Salary Forecast and Trend / Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining / Libya

How are salaries changing over time? Listed below is a chart that shows the average salary in recent years.

Average Salary 2019
1,830 LYD
Average Salary 2020+4%
1,900 LYD
Average Salary 2021+3%
1,950 LYD
Average Salary 2022+2%
1,990 LYD
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salaries for individuals working in Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining in Libya are rising in the year 2023 based on recently submitted salaries and reports. The trend suggests a slow yet continuous increase in pay in 2024 and future years. These numbers may vary from one industry to another.

Salary trends and forecast monthly Libya Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining
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Hourly Average Wage / Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining / Libya


12 LYD per hour

The average hourly wage (pay per hour) in Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining in Libya is 12 LYD.This is the rate they get paid for every worked hour.


Hourly Wage = Annual Salary / ( 52 x 5 x 8 )

About The Hourly Pay Rate

The hourly wage is the salary paid in one worked hour. Usually, jobs are classified into two categories: salaried jobs and hourly jobs. Salaried jobs pay a fixed amount regardless of the hours worked. Hourly jobs pay per worked hour. To convert salary into hourly wage the above formula is used (assuming 5 working days in a week and 8 working hours per day which is the standard for most jobs). The hourly wage calculation may differ slightly depending on the worked hours per week and the annual vacation allowance. The figures mentioned above are good approximations and are considered to be the standard. One major difference between salaried employees and hourly paid employees is overtime eligibility. Salaried employees are usually exempt from overtime as opposed to hourly paid staff.

What is the minimum hourly rate of pay?

The minimum pay rate per hour for people working in Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining in Libya is 4 LYD. This is the minimum as per the gathered data in the salary survey not the minimum hourly rate mandated by law.

Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining VS Other Jobs

2,060 LYD
2,290 LYD
Average Salary
Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining
Average Salary
All Jobs
Salary Comparison Between Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining and Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining monthly Libya
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Government vs Private Sector Salary Comparison

Where can you get paid more, working in a private company or the government? The difference between the public or government sector salaries and the private sector salaries in Libya is 7% on average across all career fields.

Private Sector
2,200 LYD
Public Sector+7%
2,360 LYD
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Statistics and Calculation Guide

What is considered to be a good and competitive salary in Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining in Libya?

A good and competitive compensation would range anywhere between 1,880 LYD and 2,350 LYD. This is a very rough estimate. Experience and education play a very huge part in the final earnings.

Gross Salary (before tax) and Net Salary (after tax)

All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

Base / Basic Salary

The base salary for jobs in Oil / Gas / Energy / Mining in Libya ranges from 1,440 LYD to 2,350 LYD. The base salary depends on many factors including experience and education. It is not easy to provide a figure with very little information, so take this range with a grain of salt.


What is the difference between the median and the average salary?

Both are indicators. If your salary is higher than both the average and the median then you are doing very well. If your salary is lower than both, then many people earn more than you and there is plenty of room for improvement. If your wage is between the average and the median, then things can be a bit complicated. We wrote a guide to explain all about the different scenarios. How to compare your salary


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