UK offshore workers to stage multi-day strike over pay cuts and fire-and-rehire threats

Unite and the RMT have scheduled six days of industrial action for offshore production, instrument and mechanical technicians employed by the Wood Group, beginning with a two-day walkout on Oct 6-7 and followed by additional stoppages on Oct 20-21 and Nov 3-4. The unions are protesting a consultation that would reduce pay and conditions and includes the possibility of fire-and-rehire notices, which they describe as corporate greed.

The RMT has also instructed members to refuse overtime from Oct 8 onward. Union officials warned that the strikes will likely disrupt Harbour Energy’s offshore operations and could affect UK fuel supplies, echoing concerns about a similar strike at Apache. Wood Group acknowledged the planned action, stating that employee safety and operational safety remain paramount despite the dispute.