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Introduction

Kimanis Petroleum Training Centre (KTC) is a learning institution established by PETRONAS in 2011 and is currently managed by INSTEP under PETRONAS Technical Training Sdn. Bhd. (PTTSB). Situated in Kimanis, about 50km south of Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, KTC is committed to develop and equip the youths of Sabah with the necessary skills and qualification for them to enrol in the oil & gas industry.

KTC offers Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) Industrial Instrumentation & Control, which is a 3-year full time training programme to produce skilled workers with necessary qualification for them to contribute and gain benefit from imperative agenda of East Malaysia Development Plan under Sabah-Sarawak Integrated Oil & Gas Projects (SSIOGP).

Equipped with state-of-the-art training facilities for on-board training programme, KTC received certification from Department of Skills Development (DSD) by Ministry of Human Resources Malaysia. Currently, SPM/SPVM leavers are the cohorts to the programme and their learnings are fully sponsored by PETRONAS.

The graduates of KTC are recognised by the industry in producing competent technicians, leading to high employability rate. As of May 2025, a total of 273 students have graduated with 100% employment by various companies not limited to oil and gas industry.

Introduction

Kimanis Petroleum Training Centre (KTC) is a learning institution established by PETRONAS in 2011 and is currently managed by INSTEP under PETRONAS Technical Training Sdn. Bhd. (PTTSB). Situated in Kimanis, about 50km south of Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, KTC is committed to develop and equip the youths of Sabah with the necessary skills and qualification for them to enrol in the oil & gas industry.

KTC offers Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) Industrial Instrumentation & Control, which is a 3-year full time training programme to produce skilled workers with necessary qualification for them to contribute and gain benefit from imperative agenda of East Malaysia Development Plan under Sabah-Sarawak Integrated Oil & Gas Projects (SSIOGP).

Equipped with state-of-the-art training facilities for on-board training programme, KTC received certification from Department of Skills Development (DSD) by Ministry of Human Resources Malaysia. Currently, SPM/SPVM leavers are the cohorts to the programme and their learnings are fully sponsored by PETRONAS.

The graduates of KTC are recognised by the industry in producing competent technicians, leading to high employability rate. As of May 2025, a total of 273 students have graduated with 100% employment by various companies not limited to oil and gas industry.

KTC Programme Brochure

Shaping Tomorrow’s Talent: Success Stories from Our Graduates

As graduates of our learning programmes and dedicated learners in their own right, these individuals have undergone a transformative journey at KTC. Throughout their time with us, they have not only acquired essential technical knowledge and hands-on experience, but have also developed critical thinking, adaptability, and leadership skills, qualities that are essential in today’s evolving energy landscape.

Now, as they take the next step in their professional careers, we invite you to hear directly from them about the challenges they’ve faced, the growth they’ve experienced, and the opportunities that lie ahead. 

Let their experiences inspire and reaffirm our shared mission: to develop future-ready talent for a sustainable energy future.

Shaping Tomorrow’s Talent: Success Stories from Our Graduates

As graduates of our learning programmes and dedicated learners in their own right, these individuals have undergone a transformative journey at KTC. Throughout their time with us, they have not only acquired essential technical knowledge and hands-on experience, but have also developed critical thinking, adaptability, and leadership skills, qualities that are essential in today’s evolving energy landscape.

Now, as they take the next step in their professional careers, we invite you to hear directly from them about the challenges they’ve faced, the growth they’ve experienced, and the opportunities that lie ahead. 

Let their experiences inspire and reaffirm our shared mission: to develop future-ready talent for a sustainable energy future.

KTC Latest News

KTC Supports National TVET Agenda, Produces Future-Ready Graduates
25 September 2025

Twenty more trainees from the PETRONAS-run Kimanis Petroleum Training Centre (KTC) have graduated from their three-year diploma programme and are transitioning into the workforce across the oil and gas sector as well as other industries. Sabah Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Datuk Dr Mohd Arifin Mohd Arif delivered his officiation speech. Receiving their scrolls during […]

Kimanis Petroleum Training Centre (KTC) Joins Sabah in Honouring Malaysia 68th National Day
18 September 2025

Kimanis Petroleum Training Centre (KTC) proudly marked its presence at the recent Sabah State-Level National Day celebration, commemorating the nation’s 68th year of independence.   Held at Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Bandar Kota Kinabalu, the parade featured 167 contingents and 43 impressive vehicles under asset category.   KTC emerged as the third place winner in Merdeka Parade […]

Program Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia dalam Instrumentasi Perindustrian & Sistem Kawalan – Penyeliaan & Kawalan, Ambilan 2025
24 April 2025

Permohonan untuk ambilan Program Diploma Kemahiran Dalam Instrumentasi Perindustrian & Sistem Kawalan – Penyeliaan & Kawalan, kini dibuka untuk tahun 2025.  Tarikh tutup permohonan ialah pada 17 Mei 2025, 11:59 p.m.Pemohon boleh memohon menerusi pautan di sini atau layari https://www.instep.my/ktc-2025-application/ untuk mendaftar. Sila rujuk kepada panduan di bawah untuk mendaftar permohonan anda.  Sebarang pertanyaan boleh disalurkan […]

KTC Latest News

KTC Supports National TVET Agenda, Produces Future-Ready Graduates
25 September 2025

Twenty more trainees from the PETRONAS-run Kimanis Petroleum Training Centre (KTC) have graduated from their three-year diploma programme and are transitioning into the workforce across the oil and gas sector as well as other industries. Sabah Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Datuk Dr Mohd Arifin Mohd Arif delivered his officiation speech. Receiving their scrolls during […]

Kimanis Petroleum Training Centre (KTC) Joins Sabah in Honouring Malaysia 68th National Day
18 September 2025

Kimanis Petroleum Training Centre (KTC) proudly marked its presence at the recent Sabah State-Level National Day celebration, commemorating the nation’s 68th year of independence.   Held at Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Bandar Kota Kinabalu, the parade featured 167 contingents and 43 impressive vehicles under asset category.   KTC emerged as the third place winner in Merdeka Parade […]

Program Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia dalam Instrumentasi Perindustrian & Sistem Kawalan – Penyeliaan & Kawalan, Ambilan 2025
24 April 2025

Permohonan untuk ambilan Program Diploma Kemahiran Dalam Instrumentasi Perindustrian & Sistem Kawalan – Penyeliaan & Kawalan, kini dibuka untuk tahun 2025.  Tarikh tutup permohonan ialah pada 17 Mei 2025, 11:59 p.m.Pemohon boleh memohon menerusi pautan di sini atau layari https://www.instep.my/ktc-2025-application/ untuk mendaftar. Sila rujuk kepada panduan di bawah untuk mendaftar permohonan anda.  Sebarang pertanyaan boleh disalurkan […]

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KTC Closing Ceremony 2024

KTC Closing Ceremony 2023

KTC Closing Ceremony 2022

KTC Success Stories

Contact Details

Address: Kimanis Petroleum Training Centre (KTC), KM53, Papar-Beaufort Highway, 89608 Papar, Sabah
Email: ktc@petronas.com.my
Phone: +088-903 212