Petrobras Technical-Level Exam Requirements: Roles, Salaries, Benefits, and Preparation in 2026

Summary:

This video details the requirements, roles, salaries, and benefits for the Petrobras technical-level civil service exam, projected for 2026. Key takeaways include:

Investment & Opportunities: Petrobras plans $109 billion in investments (2026-2030), leading to real staffing needs and rapid reserve list calls in recent exams.
Decisive Preparation: Choosing a specific role before the exam notice is crucial for timely preparation.
Salaries & Benefits: Administrative roles start at ~R$ 6,500/month, while offshore positions begin around R$ 12,000/month, plus extensive benefits.
Accepted Technical Courses:
- Occupational Nursing: Nursing + specialization.
- Inspection: Industrial Automation, Electrotechnics, Electronics, Mechanics, Metallurgy, Metrology, Chemistry, Welding.
- Logistics: Administration, Logistics, Supply, Commerce, Transport.
- Maintenance: Boiler Making, Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical (many fields).
- Operation: Chemical Analysis, Industrial Automation, Naval Construction, Mechanics, Oil & Gas, Petrochemistry, Welding (most vacancies, often offshore).
- Occupational Safety: Occupational Safety technical course.
Study Timing: EAD technical courses (6 months or 45 days by competence) are recommended for timely certification. Traditional courses (2 years) may not allow certification before potential rapid hiring.
Engineer Eligibility: Higher education degrees are not a substitute for required technical diplomas. Engineers need a specific technical course.
Common Pitfall: Waiting for the exam notice to decide on a career path is a major mistake; proactive preparation is essential for success.

Introduction and Importance of Preparation [00:00]

Many individuals overlook the fundamental requirements for the Petrobras civil service exam, leading to missed opportunities.
Petrobras is currently experiencing a period of significant growth and investment.
- The company's business plan for 2026-2030 includes investments of $109 billion [01:09].
- There is a genuine need to replenish the workforce.
- Recent recruitment drives have quickly exhausted existing reserve lists, especially for higher-level positions.
Deciding on a specific job role before the official exam notice is critical for effective preparation [01:23].
This video will clarify which technical courses are accepted, how to interpret the official notice, and strategies for preparing even without a current technical qualification [01:54].

Understanding Petrobras Entry Requirements from the Latest Notice [2023] [02:25]

The most recent Petrobras exam notice from 2023 serves as the primary reference for understanding current requirements and roles [02:34].
Remuneration and Work Regimes [03:18]:
- The basic salary in 2023 for technical positions was R$ 3,443.23, with a guaranteed minimum of R$ 5,878.82.
- Projected 2026 salaries for administrative (40 hours/week, Monday-Friday) roles are approximately R$ 6,500/month [03:36].
- Offshore (onboard) positions typically start at around R$ 12,000/month, offering additional benefits like food allowances, education aid, and profit-sharing [04:00].
Specific Technical Roles and Required Qualifications:
- 1. Occupational Nursing (Enfermagem do Trabalho) [04:17]
  - Requirements: Technical-level nursing diploma, complemented by a specialization in Occupational Nursing.
- 2. Equipment and Installation Inspection (Inspeção de Equipamentos e Instalações) [04:31]
  - Requirements: Technical course in one of the following:
    - Industrial Automation
    - Electrotechnics
    - Electronics
    - Electromechanics
    - Mechanics
    - Precision Mechanics
    - Metallurgy
    - Metrology
    - Manufacturing
    - Mechatronics
    - Chemistry
    - Welding
- 3. Transport Logistics (Logística de Transportes - Controle) [05:16]
  - Requirements: Technical course in one of the following:
    - Administration
    - Airport
    - Foreign Trade
    - Logistics
    - Ports
    - Supplies
    - Air Transport
    - Cargo Transport
    - Road Transport
- 4. Maintenance - Boiler Making (Manutenção - Caldeiraria) [05:31]
  - Requirements: Technical course in one of the following:
    - Electromechanics
    - Manufacturing
    - Mechanics
    - Mechatronics
    - Metallurgy
    - Metrology
    - Welding
- 5. Maintenance - Electrical (Manutenção - Elétrica) [05:46]
  - Requirements: Technical course in one of the following:
    - Electromechanics
    - Electrotechnics
    - Electronics
- 6. Maintenance - Instrumentation (Manutenção - Instrumentação) [06:05]
  - Requirements: Technical course in one of the following:
    - Industrial Automation
    - Electronics
    - Electromechanics
    - Mechatronics
    - Metrology
- 7. Maintenance - Mechanics (Manutenção - Mecânica) [06:15]
  - Requirements: Technical course in one of the following:
    - Electromechanics
    - Manufacturing
    - Aviation Maintenance
    - Heavy Machinery Maintenance
    - Mechanical
    - Aeronautical Mechanics
    - Precision Mechanics
    - Metrology
    - Welding
  - This field is consistently one of the most important with a high number of vacancies.
- 8. Operation (Operação) [07:15]
  - Requirements: Technical course in one of the following:
    - Chemical Analysis
    - Industrial Automation
    - Naval Construction
    - Electricity & Instrumentation
    - Aeronautics
    - Electromechanics
    - Electronics
    - Electrotechnics
    - Mechanical Manufacturing
    - Automotive Maintenance
    - Aircraft Maintenance
    - Heavy Machinery Maintenance
    - Naval Machinery
    - Mechanics
    - Aircraft Mechanics
    - Precision Mechanics
    - Mechatronics
    - Metallurgy
    - Metrology
    - Oil & Gas
    - Petrochemistry
    - Plastics
    - Chemistry
    - Refrigeration & Climate Control
    - Systems & Gas
    - Welding
  - This role has the highest probability of offshore work and generally offers the most vacancies.
- 9. Ballast Operation (Operação de Lastro) [08:48]
  - Requirements: Accepts the same technical courses as general Operation [08:52].
  - This role is exclusively offshore but typically has fewer vacancies compared to general Operation.
- 10. Construction and Assembly - Edification [09:28]
  - Requirements: Technical course in Edification or Roads.
- 11. Construction and Assembly - Electrical [09:37]
  - Requirements: Technical course in Electrotechnics or Instrumentation.
- 12. Construction and Assembly - Instrumentation [09:44]
  - Requirements: Technical course in Industrial Automation, Electrotechnics, Electronics, Electromechanics, Metrology, or Instrumentation.
- 13. Construction and Assembly - Mechanics [09:48]
  - Requirements: Technical course in Electromechanics, Manufacturing, Automotive Maintenance, Aviation Maintenance, Heavy Machinery Maintenance, Mechanical, Aeronautical Mechanics, Precision Mechanics, Metallurgy, Metrology, or Welding.
- 14. Petroleum Chemistry (Química de Petróleo) [09:55]
  - Requirements: Technical course in Chemical Analysis, Chemistry, or Petrochemistry.
- 15. Occupational Safety (Segurança do Trabalho) [10:05]
  - Requirements: Technical course in Occupational Safety, or high school + Occupational Safety Supervisor course.
  - This is another area with numerous vacancies, primarily in administrative positions.
- 16. Goods & Services Supply - Administration (Suprimento de Bens e Serviços - Administração) [10:23]
  - Requirements: Technical course in one of the following:
    - Administration
    - Commerce
    - Foreign Trade
    - Accounting
    - Finance
    - Informatics
    - Logistics
    - Supply
  - This administrative role often has many vacancies.

Can You Get a Technical Course and Be Hired? [11:00]

Timing for Certification:
- A traditional in-person technical course usually takes about 2 years to complete [11:06]. If the exam notice is released within this period, there's a risk of not having the diploma in time, unless you secure a place in the reserve list and are called later.
- Online (EAD) technical courses or "by competence" courses are a faster alternative [11:26].
  - These courses can be completed in as little as 6 months (or 45 days for "by competence" options).
  - They are recognized by MEC or Sistec and allow candidates to acquire the necessary diploma in time for the exam or hiring process.
- It's advisable to complete the course before the exam date to avoid potential delays in hiring if called quickly [11:51].

Can an Engineer Apply for a Technical-Level Exam? [12:44]

Higher Education vs. Technical Diploma:
- A higher education degree, such as an engineering or administration degree, is not accepted as a direct substitute for a technical diploma in Petrobras civil service exams [12:51].
- Candidates with a university degree who wish to apply for technical-level positions must obtain a specific technical diploma.
- Technical courses "by competence" can be a viable option, allowing completion in approximately 45 days, thereby providing the required technical diploma quickly [13:02].

The Biggest Mistake Aspiring Petrobras Candidates Make [13:36]

Lack of Decision and Proactive Planning:
- The most significant error is failing to choose a specific career path or role and delaying preparation until the exam notice is released [13:40].
- Many individuals spend years expressing a desire to work at Petrobras but do not take concrete steps, such as deciding on a specific role, emphasis, or exam type [13:44].
- Waiting for the official notice to make these decisions often means it's too late to adequately prepare [13:50].
Current Opportunity Landscape:
- Petrobras is actively recruiting and rapidly filling positions, especially from reserve lists, due to significant investments and workforce replacement needs [13:56].
- Opportunities may arise suddenly without prior notice [14:13].
Call to Action:
- The information provided offers clarity on available roles and requirements [14:35].
- It is crucial to act on this information rather than ignoring it or postponing decisions [14:43].
- Those who decide and act today will be better positioned for future opportunities [14:29].