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Celebrating Hari Alam Sekitar Negara 2023 with Batu Rakit Beach Cleaning

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A nationwide celebration for the environmentalist and green enthusiast, Hari Alam Sekitar Negara (HASN) 2023 is celebrated from 20 to 27 October annually. Since its inception in October 1989, HASN has been an annual commemoration by Malaysia Federal Government as its continuous support to educate environment knowledge and instil awareness of environmental conservation and reservation among local community. 

Morning sun did not deter the participants to actively clean the shoreline.

Acting as a platform for Batu Rakit neighbourhood to experience ‘Gotong Royong Kutip Sampah Sambil Riadah’ or more famously known as KUDAH, MBKT in collaboration with Department of Environment and UNISZA celebrated HASN with beach cleaning activity at Pantai Batu Rakit.

 

Armed with trash pickers and plastic bags, 150 participants together with 15 volunteers from INSTEP roamed the Pantai Batu Rakit shoreline, with a mission, to restore the pristine sand beach to be free with trash. 

264kg trash were collected throughout the programme.

With almost of 8 million tons of plastic in our ocean worldwide and even more winding up on beaches every day, it is always our duty to combat environmental harm, and beach cleaning is one of the efforts worth the try.

Echoing PETRONAS’ efforts in sustainability while highlighting our social impact branding through engagement with community, this activity served its purpose in celebrating the event, aligned with the theme of ‘Alam Sekitar Tanggungjawab Bersama’.

A nationwide celebration for the environmentalist and green enthusiast, Hari Alam Sekitar Negara (HASN) 2023 is celebrated from 20 to 27 October annually. Since its inception in October 1989, HASN has been an annual commemoration by Malaysia Federal Government as its continuous support to educate environment knowledge and instil awareness of environmental conservation and reservation among local community. 

Morning sun did not deter the participants to actively clean the shoreline.

Acting as a platform for Batu Rakit neighbourhood to experience ‘Gotong Royong Kutip Sampah Sambil Riadah’ or more famously known as KUDAH, MBKT in collaboration with Department of Environment and UNISZA celebrated HASN with beach cleaning activity at Pantai Batu Rakit.

 

Armed with trash pickers and plastic bags, 150 participants together with 15 volunteers from INSTEP roamed the Pantai Batu Rakit shoreline, with a mission, to restore the pristine sand beach to be free with trash. 

264kg trash were collected throughout the programme.

With almost of 8 million tons of plastic in our ocean worldwide and even more winding up on beaches every day, it is always our duty to combat environmental harm, and beach cleaning is one of the efforts worth the try.

Echoing PETRONAS’ efforts in sustainability while highlighting our social impact branding through engagement with community, this activity served its purpose in celebrating the event, aligned with the theme of ‘Alam Sekitar Tanggungjawab Bersama’.

INSTEP Elevates Technical Competency for 23 TEP Graduates under MRCSB Sponsorship

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An avenue to celebrate the completion of 23 Technical Energy Enrichment (TEP) learners under Malaysia Refining Company Sdn. Bhd. (MRCSB) sponsorship, an intimate closing ceremony was held recently on 23 October 2023 in INSTEP, Batu Rakit. 

The ceremony was filled with a mix of emotions, a sense of pride for the accomplishments achieved, nostalgia for the experiences shared, and anticipation for the future endeavours.

Started their journey since February 2023, the 23 learners from Process, Electrical and Mechanical trade completed their 10-month study after enriching learning journey in INSTEP. The learning block for TEP is Comprised of Competency Based Assessment (CBA) modules, which are based on PETRONAS Occupational Skill Standard (POSS) and complemented with experiential learning at UDTP.

“As a leading downstream company dominating nearly 70% of Malaysia’s marketing, trading, and refining sectors, MRSCB proudly extends a warm welcome to our 23 new graduates. Embrace this opportunity as a pivotal moment in your journey to contribute to our nation’s economic prosperity and join our family in driving positive change,” En. Ahmad Farid b Yaacob, Chief Executive of MRCSB mentioned in his speech.

En. Arezudin delivered his opening remark during the event. 

“Keep in mind that as you venture further in your career later on, you will forever carry and represent the esteemed name of INSTEP. Be the exemplary ambassador of our brand, making us proud wherever your path leads,” En. Arezudin, Senior Manager of Technical Learning Solutions 2 mentioned in his speech during the event.

Prideful smiles were reflected on the learners face during the certificate giving session.

The learner’s representative, Muhammad Hafiz Rohan from Process Trade, rallied the progressive spirit from his batch mates through his speech during the event. “Let’s not be afraid to dream big. Our potential is limitless, and the world needs our unique talents, ideas, and contributions. Don’t let fear of failure hold you back. Instead, let it be the catalyst that propels you forward.”

The learners prepared a special performance during the event.

Ultimately, the event encapsulates the essence of a transformative journey. It is a celebration of accomplishments and an acknowledgment of the hard work invested by the learners throughout the 10 months of their training in INSTEP.

An avenue to celebrate the completion of 23 Technical Energy Enrichment (TEP) learners under Malaysia Refining Company Sdn. Bhd. (MRCSB) sponsorship, an intimate closing ceremony was held recently on 23 October 2023 in INSTEP, Batu Rakit. 

The ceremony was filled with a mix of emotions, a sense of pride for the accomplishments achieved, nostalgia for the experiences shared, and anticipation for the future endeavours.

Started their journey since February 2023, the 23 learners from Process, Electrical and Mechanical trade completed their 10-month study after enriching learning journey in INSTEP. The learning block for TEP is Comprised of Competency Based Assessment (CBA) modules, which are based on PETRONAS Occupational Skill Standard (POSS) and complemented with experiential learning at UDTP.

“As a leading downstream company dominating nearly 70% of Malaysia’s marketing, trading, and refining sectors, MRSCB proudly extends a warm welcome to our 23 new graduates. Embrace this opportunity as a pivotal moment in your journey to contribute to our nation’s economic prosperity and join our family in driving positive change,” En. Ahmad Farid b Yaacob, Chief Executive of MRCSB mentioned in his speech.

En. Arezudin delivered his opening remark during the event. 

“Keep in mind that as you venture further in your career later on, you will forever carry and represent the esteemed name of INSTEP. Be the exemplary ambassador of our brand, making us proud wherever your path leads,” En. Arezudin, Senior Manager of Technical Learning Solutions 2 mentioned in his speech during the event.

Prideful smiles were reflected on the learners face during the certificate giving session.

The learner’s representative, Muhammad Hafiz Rohan from Process Trade, rallied the progressive spirit from his batch mates through his speech during the event. “Let’s not be afraid to dream big. Our potential is limitless, and the world needs our unique talents, ideas, and contributions. Don’t let fear of failure hold you back. Instead, let it be the catalyst that propels you forward.”

The learners prepared a special performance during the event.

Ultimately, the event encapsulates the essence of a transformative journey. It is a celebration of accomplishments and an acknowledgment of the hard work invested by the learners throughout the 10 months of their training in INSTEP.

INSTEP Enhance Developing Countries Technology Innovation in Oil & Gas Industry through MTCP

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INSTEP has once again collaborated with Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) to organise a training session from 9 to 12 October 2023, as part of the collective effort by Malaysian Government to support growth of global talents in the oil & gas industry in developing countries.

 

MTCP entails prioritising developing countries of strategic interests and is conducted with the aims to share development experience with other countries while strengthening bilateral relations between Malaysia and other developing countries, and to foster South-South Cooperation (SSC) through technical cooperation among developing countries. This year’s session, INSTEP had received 13 participants from Jordan, Timor Leste, Pakistan, Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, Cambodia and Philippines.

The participants had the opportunity to test the VR module developed by INSTEP Creative Services team.

Interactive demonstration session with INSTEP Creative Services team to introduce INSTEP products.

The participants were immersed during the lecture conducted by INSTEP Learning Solutions team.

In this year’s theme, the topic centred around the advancement of novel innovation implemented in the energy industry that supports Industrial Revolution (IR) 4.0. The programme incorporated theoretical learning in classroom, live demonstrations and simulations. Adding fun to the programme and to loosen up prior to flying back home, the participants visited KLCC Sky Bridge and Observation Deck on their last day in Malaysia.

MTCP participants also stopped by PETRONAS Research Sdn Bhd for educational visit.

“Aligned with our programme title for the year 2023, INSTEP play our main role as PETRONAS technical training arm, in retooling human capital equation by designing, developing and delivering fit-for-purpose experiential learning to our learners, to help equip our technical workforce with the right skills and capability to embrace  the growth of novel technologies and advancements,” Dr. Azir Salleh, Senior Manager of Learning Experience, INSTEP mentioned in his remark during the closing ceremony for MTCP 2023 that was held at Impiana KLCC Hotel, on 13 October 2023.

 

Since its inception in 1980, more than 37,000 participants from 144 recipient countries have benefited from various programmes offered under MTCP. INSTEP as one of the leading learning institutions involved in annual programme of MTCP is committed to serve its purpose as technical training centre by conducting capacity building programmes in various key areas of development especially in industrial and technical training.

INSTEP has once again collaborated with Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) to organise a training session from 9 to 12 October 2023, as part of the collective effort by Malaysian Government to support growth of global talents in the oil & gas industry in developing countries.

 

MTCP entails prioritising developing countries of strategic interests and is conducted with the aims to share development experience with other countries while strengthening bilateral relations between Malaysia and other developing countries, and to foster South-South Cooperation (SSC) through technical cooperation among developing countries. This year’s session, INSTEP had received 13 participants from Jordan, Timor Leste, Pakistan, Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, Cambodia and Philippines.

The participants had the opportunity to test the VR module developed by INSTEP Creative Services team.

Interactive demonstration session with INSTEP Creative Services team to introduce INSTEP products.

The participants were immersed during the lecture conducted by INSTEP Learning Solutions team.

In this year’s theme, the topic centred around the advancement of novel innovation implemented in the energy industry that supports Industrial Revolution (IR) 4.0. The programme incorporated theoretical learning in classroom, live demonstrations and simulations. Adding fun to the programme and to loosen up prior to flying back home, the participants visited KLCC Sky Bridge and Observation Deck on their last day in Malaysia.

MTCP participants also stopped by PETRONAS Research Sdn Bhd for educational visit.

“Aligned with our programme title for the year 2023, INSTEP play our main role as PETRONAS technical training arm, in retooling human capital equation by designing, developing and delivering fit-for-purpose experiential learning to our learners, to help equip our technical workforce with the right skills and capability to embrace  the growth of novel technologies and advancements,” Dr. Azir Salleh, Senior Manager of Learning Experience, INSTEP mentioned in his remark during the closing ceremony for MTCP 2023 that was held at Impiana KLCC Hotel, on 13 October 2023.

 

Since its inception in 1980, more than 37,000 participants from 144 recipient countries have benefited from various programmes offered under MTCP. INSTEP as one of the leading learning institutions involved in annual programme of MTCP is committed to serve its purpose as technical training centre by conducting capacity building programmes in various key areas of development especially in industrial and technical training.

Beyond Boundaries: Appreciating INSTEP’s Inspiring Instructors

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A special occasion to commemorate INSTEP Learning Line Facilitators (LLFs), INSTEP Beyond Boundaries: Appreciating Our Inspiring Instructors was held on 25 September 2023, at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. In addition to celebrating the backbone of our energy workforce technical growth, the event also served its purpose by being a platform to promote INSTEP Business Transformation.

En. A. Rushdan M. Ghazali during his sharing on INSTEP Business Transformation.

The session started with an insight on INSTEP Business Transformation by Senior Manager of Learning Resource & Delivery, INSTEP, En. A. Rushdan M. Ghazali. “INSTEP is positioned to deliver technical learning and development within the Capability Development Priority ecosystem for Technical, functional and sustainability aspects,” he highlighted in the sharing.

INSTEP’s offerings to upskill and reskill technical workforce include Technical Certification Solutions (TCS), Executive and Non-Executive Technical Solutions (ETS & NETS), Onboarding Solutions and HSE and Sustainability Solutions (HSESS).

Madam Arwani Abdullah enthusiastically presented in her sharing.

The event continued with a sharing session by Manager of Learning Partner Management, INSTEP, Madam Arwani Abdullah, with her sharing titled ‘Towards Certified Trainers’.

“In our effort to ensure INSTEP delivers high quality programme, we widen our lens, not to only focus on training facilities quality, but also to consider the quality of trainers delivering the training. The trainers should be able to meet the baseline quality standard and remain active, while continuously developing their technical and teaching skills throughout their training careers, according to HRD Corp”, she highlighted in her sharing.

According to HRD Corp, the term ‘trainer’ refers to a professional trainer certified or accredited by them and will be categorised as TTT Certified Trainers, TTT Exempted Trainers, and Accredited Trainers. A training is recognised as HRD Corp claimable in a condition where it is delivered by a certified or accredited trainer, unless exemption is provided.

The last session of the day was a forum session with guest speakers Mr. Jamari M Shah, Custodian of Petrophysics and Technologist Norfalisa Bt Jusoh, Staff of Process Design, together with the moderator in action, General Manager of Learning Academy, INSTEP, Mr. Azhar bin Ahmad.

Mr. Jamari M Shah during the forum session.

Mr. Jamari M Shah shared on his experience of being an instructor while working, which also helped him in incorporating lifelong learning. “In addition to teaching my learners, it also helped me in self-development through understanding the current needs of the industry, amidst the fast-paced changes of technology nowadays.”

Technologist Norfalisa Bt Jusoh during the sharing session.

Meanwhile, Technologist Norfalisa Bt Jusoh shared about her experiences in handling wide group of learners in her class. “In order for me to prepare prior to the class delivery, it all starts with understanding our audience. By doing this, I can identify the best way to cater to individuals’ needs and requirements.”

En. Idris presented appreciation tokens to 5 instructors with top performance, based on number of programmes delivered and rating received from learners.

“In PETRONAS’ transition to renewable energy and lower carbon businesses, our LLFs play a pivotal role in delivering sustainable technical learning solutions, to upskill and reskill our current and future workforces, to help them adapt to new technologies and processes in developing new energy solutions,” INSTEP Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, En. Idris expressed his notion regarding this event.

A special occasion to commemorate INSTEP Learning Line Facilitators (LLFs), INSTEP Beyond Boundaries: Appreciating Our Inspiring Instructors was held on 25 September 2023, at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. In addition to celebrating the backbone of our energy workforce technical growth, the event also served its purpose by being a platform to promote INSTEP Business Transformation.

En. A. Rushdan M. Ghazali during his sharing on INSTEP Business Transformation.

The session started with an insight on INSTEP Business Transformation by Senior Manager of Learning Resource & Delivery, INSTEP, En. A. Rushdan M. Ghazali. “INSTEP is positioned to deliver technical learning and development within the Capability Development Priority ecosystem for Technical, functional and sustainability aspects,” he highlighted in the sharing.

INSTEP’s offerings to upskill and reskill technical workforce include Technical Certification Solutions (TCS), Executive and Non-Executive Technical Solutions (ETS & NETS), Onboarding Solutions and HSE and Sustainability Solutions (HSESS).

Madam Arwani Abdullah enthusiastically presented in her sharing.

The event continued with a sharing session by Manager of Learning Partner Management, INSTEP, Madam Arwani Abdullah, with her sharing titled ‘Towards Certified Trainers’.

“In our effort to ensure INSTEP delivers high quality programme, we widen our lens, not to only focus on training facilities quality, but also to consider the quality of trainers delivering the training. The trainers should be able to meet the baseline quality standard and remain active, while continuously developing their technical and teaching skills throughout their training careers, according to HRD Corp”, she highlighted in her sharing.

According to HRD Corp, the term ‘trainer’ refers to a professional trainer certified or accredited by them and will be categorised as TTT Certified Trainers, TTT Exempted Trainers, and Accredited Trainers. A training is recognised as HRD Corp claimable in a condition where it is delivered by a certified or accredited trainer, unless exemption is provided.

The last session of the day was a forum session with guest speakers Mr. Jamari M Shah, Custodian of Petrophysics and Technologist Norfalisa Bt Jusoh, Staff of Process Design, together with the moderator in action, General Manager of Learning Academy, INSTEP, Mr. Azhar bin Ahmad.

Mr. Jamari M Shah during the forum session.

Mr. Jamari M Shah shared on his experience of being an instructor while working, which also helped him in incorporating lifelong learning. “In addition to teaching my learners, it also helped me in self-development through understanding the current needs of the industry, amidst the fast-paced changes of technology nowadays.”

Technologist Norfalisa Bt Jusoh during the sharing session.

Meanwhile, Technologist Norfalisa Bt Jusoh shared about her experiences in handling wide group of learners in her class. “In order for me to prepare prior to the class delivery, it all starts with understanding our audience. By doing this, I can identify the best way to cater to individuals’ needs and requirements.”

En. Idris presented appreciation tokens to 5 instructors with top performance, based on number of programmes delivered and rating received from learners.

“In PETRONAS’ transition to renewable energy and lower carbon businesses, our LLFs play a pivotal role in delivering sustainable technical learning solutions, to upskill and reskill our current and future workforces, to help them adapt to new technologies and processes in developing new energy solutions,” INSTEP Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, En. Idris expressed his notion regarding this event.