Salary Guide 2026 · by industry
Energy, Oil & Gas salaries in Vietnam (2026)
In 2026, professionals in Energy, Oil & Gas in Vietnam with under 5 years of experience typically earn VND 25.7–41.2 million (about US$1,000–1,600) a month gross, and those with 5 years and above earn VND 64.3–79.7 million (about US$2,500–3,100).
Monthly gross base salary. Select a position for its range in other industries.
| Position | Function | Monthly gross | Range chart |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admin – Entry level | Administration | 13–18 million ₫ | |
| Consultant | Consulting & Advisory | 48.9–64.3 million ₫ | |
| Cost Estimator | Engineering & R&D | 25.7–33.4 million ₫ | |
| Electrical Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 25.7–43.7 million ₫ | |
| HVAC Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 25.7–43.7 million ₫ | |
| Marine Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 25.7–33.4 million ₫ | |
| Material Inspector | Engineering & R&D | 20.6–33.4 million ₫ | |
| NDT Inspector | Engineering & R&D | 28.3–43.7 million ₫ | |
| Piping Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 25.7–43.7 million ₫ | |
| Process Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 25.7–43.7 million ₫ | |
| Project Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 25.7–43.7 million ₫ | |
| WTG Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 33.4–48.9 million ₫ | |
| Welding Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 25.7–33.4 million ₫ | |
| Welding Inspector | Engineering & R&D | 28.3–43.7 million ₫ | |
| Project Finance Specialist | Finance & Accounting | 28.3–43.7 million ₫ | |
| Human Resources – Entry level | Human Resources | 12–18 million ₫ | |
| IT Master Data Specialist | IT & Software | 25.7–33.4 million ₫ | |
| PV/Grid Connected BESS System Engineer | IT & Software | 25.7–38.6 million ₫ | |
| Legal & Compliance – Entry level | Legal & Compliance | 12–18 million ₫ | |
| Operations – Entry level | Operations & Production | 14–24 million ₫ | |
| WTG Commissioning Technician | Operations & Production | 25.7–43.7 million ₫ | |
| Wind Field Services Technician | Operations & Production | 25.7–43.7 million ₫ | |
| QA/QC Document Control & Administrator | Quality & HSE | 20.6–33.4 million ₫ | |
| Safety Engineer | Quality & HSE | 25.7–43.7 million ₫ | |
| WTG Quality Inspector | Quality & HSE | 25.7–43.7 million ₫ | |
| Biomass/LNG Sourcer/Buyer/Trader | Sales & Business Development | 20.6–28.3 million ₫ | |
| Sales & Business Development – Entry level | Sales & Business Development | 13–26 million ₫ | |
| Procurement & Contract Engineer | Supply Chain, Procurement & Logistics | 25.7–33.4 million ₫ |
| Position | Function | Monthly gross | Range chart |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admin – Manager | Administration | 40–99 million ₫ | |
| Consultant | Consulting & Advisory | 64.3–97.7 million ₫ | |
| Berth Master | Engineering & R&D | 97.7–123.4 million ₫ | |
| Boiler Leader | Engineering & R&D | 64.3–79.7 million ₫ | |
| Cost Estimator | Engineering & R&D | 33.4–43.7 million ₫ | |
| E&I Leader | Engineering & R&D | 74.6–97.7 million ₫ | |
| HVAC Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 43.7–79.7 million ₫ | |
| I&C Leader | Engineering & R&D | 64.3–79.7 million ₫ | |
| Marine Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 33.4–43.7 million ₫ | |
| NDT Inspector | Engineering & R&D | 43.7–79.7 million ₫ | |
| Piping Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 43.7–79.7 million ₫ | |
| WTG Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 48.9–64.3 million ₫ | |
| Country Manager | Executive Leadership | 195.4–367.8 million ₫ | |
| Project Finance Manager | Finance & Accounting | 69.4–79.7 million ₫ | |
| Human Resources – Manager | Human Resources | 33–55 million ₫ | |
| IT Master Data Specialist | IT & Software | 33.4–43.7 million ₫ | |
| PV/Grid Connected BESS System Engineer | IT & Software | 38.6–54 million ₫ | |
| Head of Legal | Legal & Compliance | 97.7–195.4 million ₫ | |
| Government/Communication Affairs Manager | Marketing & Communications | 74.6–82.3 million ₫ | |
| Plant Manager | Operations & Production | 69.4–118.3 million ₫ | |
| Power Production Leader | Operations & Production | 74.6–113.2 million ₫ | |
| Site Manager | Operations & Production | 79.7–97.7 million ₫ | |
| Environment Manager | Quality & HSE | 59.1–74.6 million ₫ | |
| Safety Engineer | Quality & HSE | 43.7–79.7 million ₫ | |
| WTG Quality Inspector | Quality & HSE | 43.7–64.3 million ₫ | |
| Operational Field Risk Advisor | Risk, Audit & Control | 113.2–123.4 million ₫ | |
| Business Development Director | Sales & Business Development | 146.6–195.4 million ₫ | |
| Business Development Manager | Sales & Business Development | 69.4–87.4 million ₫ | |
| Commercial/Contract Manager | Sales & Business Development | 69.4–87.4 million ₫ | |
| Warehouse Supervisor | Supply Chain, Procurement & Logistics | 48.9–74.6 million ₫ |
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical salary in Energy, Oil & Gas in Vietnam in 2026?
Across the positions listed, the median range is VND 25.7–41.2 million (about US$1,000–1,600) a month for professionals with under 5 years of experience and VND 64.3–79.7 million (about US$2,500–3,100) for those with 5 years and above. Figures are gross base salary.
Which Energy, Oil & Gas roles pay the most in Vietnam?
For 5 years of experience and above, the highest ranges are: Country Manager (VND 195.4–367.8 million (about US$7,600–14,300)); Head of Legal (VND 97.7–195.4 million (about US$3,800–7,600)); Business Development Director (VND 146.6–195.4 million (about US$5,700–7,600)).
Do these figures include bonuses and allowances?
No. They are monthly gross base salary before allowances, bonuses, personal income tax and the employee's social insurance contributions.
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