Hi Martin
I have answered similar queries on here before, and would say the same thing always. The chances of getting directly offshore on rotation as and HSEA or RSTC or similar is practically nil....I've never met anyone who has gone directly into an offshore rotational safety role. I began with onshore positions with companies who had offshore operations and get some offshore time conducting audits, training sessions, etc and see whether or not you really know what you are letting yourself in for. Once you have got some experience this way, you could start to look for regular rotational work. Don't go spending loads of cash on completing courses you think will help, once you're employed, your company will give you the training you require. There are too many involved in the training side of this business who will lead you to believe that they can give you all you need, for a large chunk of money, and then you'll find you're still up against the same brick wall of no experience. Look for HSE Advisor role with service provider or contractors where you will get some time offshore, then use that as a springboard. You may not find that permanent rotation is for you, money and time off appears good, but can you put up with being 5 days late home, week long training events in the middle of your leave time, sharing a cabin with 5 or 6 different peole in one trip, and in some cases poor living and recreational facilities (don't believe all you see on the telly or in the magazines)? My last trip I missed my sons birthday, wifes 50th and Christmas all in one trip! Don't get me wrong, I like it and it suits me, but it isn't everyones cup of tea. Get in the door gradually and see how it goes

Totally agree with Nicky's comments. I work onshore in a QHSE role supporting the offshore operations. I make about 5-6 trips a year to the rig to carry out audits and to see where we are with regards to operations and the annual QHSE plan.

I too have also answered similar comments on here and my advice also would be to try and find employment in an HSE role onshore and learn how things work offshore before slowly moving to occasional trips offshore and then a permanent offshore position if thats what you really want. Even though i don't work rotation, on my last offshore trip i had to stay an extra couple of days due to the weather and subsequently missed my 2 year old daughters first ever Xmas play. Some people make out that working offshore is somehow glamourous but it takes a certain kind of person to last long term out there.

Lots of companies are hiring just now and i also agree with Nicky that you shouldn't focus too much on what training certs that you have as most companies will pay to put you through a large amount of courses. As you are already CMIOSH i wouldn't think you would have too much difficulty in landing some interviews.