Geologists pay

I'm a recent grad from Australia (BSc Geology) looking at the possibility of moving to the Middle East for work.

I'm currently working part time in the exploration department of a junior operating in the states (shale plays) whilst I decide my next move. Despite this I'd also like to move away from exploration for a few years and into operations, so I'd probably be looking for a mud logging job.

Does any one know a ball park pay figure for a geo working out there?