Category: Success Story

INSTEP Secured MSOSH Gold Merit Award after Three Years of Bagging Gold Award

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After winning the MSOSH Gold Class 1 Award for three consecutive years, INSTEP stepped up its efforts and received the MSOSH Gold Merit Award. This indicates INSTEP’s commitment to improving and striving for excellence in the Safety and Health Management system and, supporting the company objective, to create a generative HSSE culture.


The awardees were announced on 5 October 2022 and the award ceremony was held on 21 December 2022, at Sunway Resort & Spa, with INSTEP Head of Training Plant and Asset Management, Mr. Haziman Mamat Yusof in presence to receive the award. Additionally present at the ceremony were Mr. Mohd Anuar Embi, Director of the Department of Occupational Safety and Health, and Mr. Ahmad Fakhrul Anuar Ismail, President of MSOSH.


The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the Social Security Organization (SOCSO), the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM), SIRIM Berhad, the Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF), the MSOSH, multinational corporations, and private companies conducted documentation and site verification audit reports before rewarding INSTEP with this award.


Mr. Alizan Ismail, INSTEP Head of the Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) Department, expressed his appreciation for the efforts undertaken in order to win this award. “Everyone should celebrate that INSTEP won this award instead of just INSTEP HSSE Department. This recognition demonstrates INSTEP’s unwavering commitment to moving forward in establishing a Generative HSE Culture, where we strive to go beyond the line of responsibility.”


In order to achieve high quality safety standards as the preferred technical learning solutions, INSTEP Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Idris Ibrahim, asked for concerted efforts by the INSTEP community to flourish even more in the upcoming times. “INSTEP is on the right track to raise the bar for occupational safety and health, but we must make sure that we retain or, even better, that we improve this high standard of performance.”


Since its establishment in 1981, the institute has produced more than 130,000 skilled technical employees all over the world. As it enters its fourth decade in 2022, INSTEP aspires to take its role as the technical learning solutions partner even further in retooling the human capital equation in the energy sector.

After winning the MSOSH Gold Class 1 Award for three consecutive years, INSTEP stepped up its efforts and received the MSOSH Gold Merit Award. This indicates INSTEP’s commitment to improving and striving for excellence in the Safety and Health Management system and, supporting the company objective, to create a generative HSSE culture.


The awardees were announced on 5 October 2022 and the award ceremony was held on 21 December 2022, at Sunway Resort & Spa, with INSTEP Head of Training Plant and Asset Management, Mr. Haziman Mamat Yusof in presence to receive the award. Additionally present at the ceremony were Mr. Mohd Anuar Embi, Director of the Department of Occupational Safety and Health, and Mr. Ahmad Fakhrul Anuar Ismail, President of MSOSH.


The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the Social Security Organization (SOCSO), the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM), SIRIM Berhad, the Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF), the MSOSH, multinational corporations, and private companies conducted documentation and site verification audit reports before rewarding INSTEP with this award.


Mr. Alizan Ismail, INSTEP Head of the Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) Department, expressed his appreciation for the efforts undertaken in order to win this award. “Everyone should celebrate that INSTEP won this award instead of just INSTEP HSSE Department. This recognition demonstrates INSTEP’s unwavering commitment to moving forward in establishing a Generative HSE Culture, where we strive to go beyond the line of responsibility.”


In order to achieve high quality safety standards as the preferred technical learning solutions, INSTEP Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Idris Ibrahim, asked for concerted efforts by the INSTEP community to flourish even more in the upcoming times. “INSTEP is on the right track to raise the bar for occupational safety and health, but we must make sure that we retain or, even better, that we improve this high standard of performance.”


Since its establishment in 1981, the institute has produced more than 130,000 skilled technical employees all over the world. As it enters its fourth decade in 2022, INSTEP aspires to take its role as the technical learning solutions partner even further in retooling the human capital equation in the energy sector.

INSTEP Continues to Accelerate Papua New Guinea Human Capital Development

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INSTEP is ending the year 2022 with another success story marking the date of 15th December 2022 after 10 engineers from Santos Limited, Papua New Guinea, had successfully completed 4 months of the customised Petroleum Technology Programme (PTP). This event further validifies INSTEP’s reputation as an internationally acknowledged preferred learning solutions partner.


A cosy closing ceremony was held at Paya Bunga Hotel, Kuala Terengganu to commemorate the completion of the 4-month training programme. The programme started in August until December 2022 with a total of 19 learning weeks. Involving learners from various engineering backgrounds, INSTEP designed this programme with the intention to ensure all learners are exposed to multiple engineering fields and to upskill technical knowledge to boost up their capability.

Anticipation and cheerful smiles were reflected on the learners’ faces alongside INSTEP staffs.

INSTEP’s pivotal role with Santos Limited which previously known as Oil Search Limited (OSL), was established since 2018, when INSTEP had been actively providing technical learning solutions to OSL engineers and technicians through customised training programmes.

Mr. Muhammad Asri Omar, INSTEP Head of Marketing & Sales delivered his welcoming remarks during the ceremony.

Mr. Muhammad Asri Omar, INSTEP Head of Marketing & Sales extended his heartiest congratulations to the learners. “Your hard work and perseverance have paid off, congratulations to everyone. Four months might be considered a long time for you, but eventually here we are today, celebrating your successful completion after the challenges and hurdles you have gone through this programme.”

He also mentioned about INSTEP’s fervent effort in enriching the Papua New Guinea energy workforce. “INSTEP will continue to contribute to Papua New Guinea technical talents pipelines through our technical training programmes. Besides from your batch, we also have the apprentices who are currently undergoing training in INSTEP and will be finishing in April 2023.”

Mr. Biang Kanasa in his sharing as the learners’ representative.

Quoting Mr. Biang Kanasa in his learners’ representative speech, “Though we are from the same company, we just had the chance to connect and bond after joining this programme. In addition, now I am proud to say, we are able to speak the same language across different fields of engineering.”


Mr. Biang Kanasa also conveyed his gratitude towards INSTEP hospitality and 5-star services provided through his 4-month stay in INSTEP. “We were exposed to cultural differences when we just arrived here, but luckily in no time, we were able to adapt quickly since everyone at INSTEP is so warm and welcoming”, he added.

Mr. Muhammad Asri during the certificate presentation to one of the learners.

INSTEP Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Idris bin Ibrahim also congratulated the learners upon their course completion. “Congratulations to all learners and thank you for your strong trust and confidence in choosing INSTEP as your preferred technical learning solutions partner. Hopefully all of the valuable experiences you gain here in INSTEP will be helpful in crafting your career pathway.”


With the commissioning of Upstream Downstream Training Plant (UDTP) since 2014, it allows rooms for mistakes, enabling learners to reflect and understand errors prior to actually performing the job later at live plant. In the effort to deliver the value of industry & technology driven technical learning solutions, INSTEP is committed to continue progressing and accelerating local and international energy workforce competency development while enriching lives for a sustainable future.

INSTEP is ending the year 2022 with another success story marking the date of 15th December 2022 after 10 engineers from Santos Limited, Papua New Guinea, had successfully completed 4 months of the customised Petroleum Technology Programme (PTP). This event further validifies INSTEP’s reputation as an internationally acknowledged preferred learning solutions partner.


A cosy closing ceremony was held at Paya Bunga Hotel, Kuala Terengganu to commemorate the completion of the 4-month training programme. The programme started in August until December 2022 with a total of 19 learning weeks. Involving learners from various engineering backgrounds, INSTEP designed this programme with the intention to ensure all learners are exposed to multiple engineering fields and to upskill technical knowledge to boost up their capability.

Anticipation and cheerful smiles were reflected on the learners’ faces alongside INSTEP staffs.

INSTEP’s pivotal role with Santos Limited which previously known as Oil Search Limited (OSL), was established since 2018, when INSTEP had been actively providing technical learning solutions to OSL engineers and technicians through customised training programmes.

Mr. Muhammad Asri Omar, INSTEP Head of Marketing & Sales delivered his welcoming remarks during the ceremony.

Mr. Muhammad Asri Omar, INSTEP Head of Marketing & Sales extended his heartiest congratulations to the learners. “Your hard work and perseverance have paid off, congratulations to everyone. Four months might be considered a long time for you, but eventually here we are today, celebrating your successful completion after the challenges and hurdles you have gone through this programme.”

He also mentioned about INSTEP’s fervent effort in enriching the Papua New Guinea energy workforce. “INSTEP will continue to contribute to Papua New Guinea technical talents pipelines through our technical training programmes. Besides from your batch, we also have the apprentices who are currently undergoing training in INSTEP and will be finishing in April 2023.”

Mr. Biang Kanasa in his sharing as the learners’ representative.

Quoting Mr. Biang Kanasa in his learners’ representative speech, “Though we are from the same company, we just had the chance to connect and bond after joining this programme. In addition, now I am proud to say, we are able to speak the same language across different fields of engineering.”


Mr. Biang Kanasa also conveyed his gratitude towards INSTEP hospitality and 5-star services provided through his 4-month stay in INSTEP. “We were exposed to cultural differences when we just arrived here, but luckily in no time, we were able to adapt quickly since everyone at INSTEP is so warm and welcoming”, he added.

Mr. Muhammad Asri during the certificate presentation to one of the learners.

INSTEP Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Idris bin Ibrahim also congratulated the learners upon their course completion. “Congratulations to all learners and thank you for your strong trust and confidence in choosing INSTEP as your preferred technical learning solutions partner. Hopefully all of the valuable experiences you gain here in INSTEP will be helpful in crafting your career pathway.”


With the commissioning of Upstream Downstream Training Plant (UDTP) since 2014, it allows rooms for mistakes, enabling learners to reflect and understand errors prior to actually performing the job later at live plant. In the effort to deliver the value of industry & technology driven technical learning solutions, INSTEP is committed to continue progressing and accelerating local and international energy workforce competency development while enriching lives for a sustainable future.

INSTEP Celebrates Second Batch of Job Ready Technicians for Sarawak’s First Methanol Project

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3 November 2022 marked another INSTEP’s success story when 43 learners from Sarawak Petchem Sdn Bhd have successfully completed the Technician Training Programme (TTP). They are the second batch of TTP, tailored by INSTEP to train the young technical talents in areas of Operations, Maintenance, and Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) to be a qualified technician in delivering the state’s first mega methanol aspiration.

Certificate giving ceremony by the Chairman of Sarawak Petchem, YBhg. Tan Sri Datuk Amar (Dr.) Hj Abdul Aziz Dato Haji Husain and Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, En. Idris Ibrahim.

The closing ceremony was honored by the presence of Chairman of Sarawak Petchem Sdn. Bhd., YBhg. Tan Sri Datuk Amar (Dr.) Hj Abdul Aziz Dato Haji Husain, Director-in-charge of Sarawak Petchem Sdn. Bhd., YBhg. Datu Dr Hj Muhammad Abdullah Zaidel and YBhg. Datu Hj Abdul Hadi Datuk Haji Abdul Kadir and Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, En. Idris Ibrahim.

YBhg. Tan Sri Datuk Amar (Dr.) Hj Abdul Aziz Dato Haji Husain in his speech regarded his acknowledgment to the enormous dedication from INSTEP as the key player in supporting the Sarawak’s first mega-methanol project.

Chairman of Sarawak Petchem Sdn. Bhd., YBhg. Tan Sri Datuk Amar (Dr.) Hj Abdul Aziz Dato Haji Husain delivered his speech.

“INSTEP and PETRONAS are continuously exhibiting an unwavering endeavor on accelerating the human capital to reinforce the advancement of local workforce and technical talents, and concurrently lessening the dependency on external workforce, in an effort to establish Bintulu as a petrochemical hub,” he added.

The job-ready technicians will be stationed to multiple PETRONAS plants in Bintulu and Labuan to undergo On Job Training (OJT) as a part of the training development programme. This is crucial for the learners to get the exposure of the real-life working experience and to exercise safe working practices in the real plants.

Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, En. Idris Ibrahim delivered his remarks during the event.

Quoting Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, En. Idris Ibrahim’s words,” In a world that is increasingly volatile and uncertain, competency is currency. Equipping yourself with technical skills and knowledge can increase the employability and selling factor of oneself.”

He also touched upon the importance of setting the tone of professionalism to the learners. “The most important reminder to our learners before entering the professional field, is to stand firm and steadfast on your integrity belief. Knowledge and skills without discipline and self-integrity are insubstantial.”

Azri Ibrahim delivered his appreciation speech on behalf of his fellow colleagues.

Azri Ibrahim, the leader of Batch 2 Learners, conveyed his profound gratitude to be able to be a part of Sarawak Petchem legacy and joining the 1-year training programme at INSTEP.

“Despite coming from different family and educational background in Sarawak, we are able to adapt and study together here in INSTEP. We gained extensive new knowledge and skills including critical thinking and problem solving from our experienced instructors. This will be a momentous mark in our lives, personally and professionally,” he said.

Delightful smiles from the learners lit up the ceremony.

The dignitaries were also entertained with a stage performance from the learners.

This joyous ceremony is not the end for the learners, it only signifies the beginning of a new journey to them. With all the knowledge gained from INSTEP, this will be a kickstart to carve a new career pathway for the learners, endorsing INSTEP’s fruitful education system.


INSTEP has so far produced more than 130,000 technical graduates in various fields for the global energy sector over a period of four decades, an illustration of the passion in being the key player for PETRONAS human capital growth.

3 November 2022 marked another INSTEP’s success story when 43 learners from Sarawak Petchem Sdn Bhd have successfully completed the Technician Training Programme (TTP). They are the second batch of TTP, tailored by INSTEP to train the young technical talents in areas of Operations, Maintenance, and Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) to be a qualified technician in delivering the state’s first mega methanol aspiration.

Certificate giving ceremony by the Chairman of Sarawak Petchem, YBhg. Tan Sri Datuk Amar (Dr.) Hj Abdul Aziz Dato Haji Husain and Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, En. Idris Ibrahim.

The closing ceremony was honored by the presence of Chairman of Sarawak Petchem Sdn. Bhd., YBhg. Tan Sri Datuk Amar (Dr.) Hj Abdul Aziz Dato Haji Husain, Director-in-charge of Sarawak Petchem Sdn. Bhd., YBhg. Datu Dr Hj Muhammad Abdullah Zaidel and YBhg. Datu Hj Abdul Hadi Datuk Haji Abdul Kadir and Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, En. Idris Ibrahim.

YBhg. Tan Sri Datuk Amar (Dr.) Hj Abdul Aziz Dato Haji Husain in his speech regarded his acknowledgment to the enormous dedication from INSTEP as the key player in supporting the Sarawak’s first mega-methanol project.

Chairman of Sarawak Petchem Sdn. Bhd., YBhg. Tan Sri Datuk Amar (Dr.) Hj Abdul Aziz Dato Haji Husain delivered his speech.

“INSTEP and PETRONAS are continuously exhibiting an unwavering endeavor on accelerating the human capital to reinforce the advancement of local workforce and technical talents, and concurrently lessening the dependency on external workforce, in an effort to establish Bintulu as a petrochemical hub,” he added.

The job-ready technicians will be stationed to multiple PETRONAS plants in Bintulu and Labuan to undergo On Job Training (OJT) as a part of the training development programme. This is crucial for the learners to get the exposure of the real-life working experience and to exercise safe working practices in the real plants.

Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, En. Idris Ibrahim delivered his remarks during the event.

Quoting Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, En. Idris Ibrahim’s words,” In a world that is increasingly volatile and uncertain, competency is currency. Equipping yourself with technical skills and knowledge can increase the employability and selling factor of oneself.”

He also touched upon the importance of setting the tone of professionalism to the learners. “The most important reminder to our learners before entering the professional field, is to stand firm and steadfast on your integrity belief. Knowledge and skills without discipline and self-integrity are insubstantial.”

Azri Ibrahim delivered his appreciation speech on behalf of his fellow colleagues.

Azri Ibrahim, the leader of Batch 2 Learners, conveyed his profound gratitude to be able to be a part of Sarawak Petchem legacy and joining the 1-year training programme at INSTEP.

“Despite coming from different family and educational background in Sarawak, we are able to adapt and study together here in INSTEP. We gained extensive new knowledge and skills including critical thinking and problem solving from our experienced instructors. This will be a momentous mark in our lives, personally and professionally,” he said.

Delightful smiles from the learners lit up the ceremony.

The dignitaries were also entertained with a stage performance from the learners.

This joyous ceremony is not the end for the learners, it only signifies the beginning of a new journey to them. With all the knowledge gained from INSTEP, this will be a kickstart to carve a new career pathway for the learners, endorsing INSTEP’s fruitful education system.


INSTEP has so far produced more than 130,000 technical graduates in various fields for the global energy sector over a period of four decades, an illustration of the passion in being the key player for PETRONAS human capital growth.

KTC Produces Graduates with High Employability Rates

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A convocation ceremony for Kimanis Petroleum Training Centre (KTC) is hosted on 29 September 2022 at Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) to commemorate the completion of Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (Instrumentasi & Kawalan) which involves 42 trainees of 2017 and 2018 intakes.

(From left to right) En. Idris Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer of PTTSB; En. Alfie Mahathir Semani, Manager of Kimanis Petroleum Training Centre (KTC); Datuk (Datu) Rosmadi Datu Sulai, Director General of Sabah State Public Service; En. Syed Mohamad Muhafiz Syed Bakar, Head of Human Capital Investment, PETRONAS Group Human Resource Management.

The graduation scrolls were handed to the graduates by Director General of Sabah State Public Service Datuk (Datu) Rosmadi Datu Sulai.

In his speech at the ceremony, Datu Rosmadi said: “We are indeed thankful that despite the numerous challenges faced by the industry globally, PETRONAS remains unwavering in its commitment towards investing in education and human capital development particularly in the Sabah state.”

This includes the setting up of KTC, construction of MRSM Ranau, annual award of the PETRONAS Education Sponsorship Programme for students to pursue tertiary education, Vocational Institutions Sponsorship and Training Assistance (VISTA) programme with five identified institutions in the state which aims to develop the technical and vocational capabilities of Sabahan youths, as well as other numerous programmes that serve the major aim to nurture talents for the state and the nation, he said.

Chief Executive Officer of PETRONAS Technical Training Sdn Bhd, En. Idris Ibrahim, said KTC was set up in 2011 as part of PETRONAS corporate social responsibility programme in Sabah to support the state’s human capital development, particularly in the oil and gas industry.

“KTC is committed to developing and equipping the youths of Sabah with the necessary qualifications and skills required to enroll in the oil and gas industry,” he said at the KTC convocation ceremony.

En. Idris Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer of PTTSB, delivered his welcoming remarks during the KTC Convocation Ceremony.

Also present were Secretary of Home Affairs and Research, Datuk Awang Shaminan Awang Sahari; Head of Human Capital Investment, PETRONAS Group Human Resource Management, Syed Mohamad Muhafiz Syed Bakar; and Head of PETRONAS Sabah and Labuan, Siti Ayu Abdul Wahab.

KTC is the first institution in Sabah to be recognised as an Accredited Centre by the Department of Skills Development under the Ministry of Human Resources. It offers a three-year full-time diploma-level training in Industrial Instrumentation & Control System – Monitoring & Control (Level 4), Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM).

Quoting one of the few female graduates, Syra Olivia Rayner, she mentioned about the importance of the vital processes learnt in KTC in performing her tasks in the oil & gas industry. Syra secured a job as an instrumentation technician for a local company in offshore projects quickly after her completion of the training programme, which proves the credibility of a KTC graduate in the Oil & Gas industry.

“Being the only female at my workplace, it is not difficult for me to adjust to my new working environment including working on platforms, because I love working outdoors. Working in oil and gas industry demands teamwork spirit since our skills improvement requires helps from others,” she explained.   

(Left) Sarifuddin Usman, (Middle) Syra Olivia Rayner and (Right) Muhammad Uzayr Jasnih

KTC has so far produced 174 graduates with nearly 100% employment by the oil and gas as well as by other industries. Currently KTC is collaborating with Akademi Binaan Malaysia (ABM), to provide scaffolding training for Sabahan youths under the VISTA programme.

Choir performance by current trainees in KTC during the convocation.

A convocation ceremony for Kimanis Petroleum Training Centre (KTC) is hosted on 29 September 2022 at Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) to commemorate the completion of Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (Instrumentasi & Kawalan) which involves 42 trainees of 2017 and 2018 intakes.

(From left to right) En. Idris Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer of PTTSB; En. Alfie Mahathir Semani, Manager of Kimanis Petroleum Training Centre (KTC); Datuk (Datu) Rosmadi Datu Sulai, Director General of Sabah State Public Service; En. Syed Mohamad Muhafiz Syed Bakar, Head of Human Capital Investment, PETRONAS Group Human Resource Management.

The graduation scrolls were handed to the graduates by Director General of Sabah State Public Service Datuk (Datu) Rosmadi Datu Sulai.

In his speech at the ceremony, Datu Rosmadi said: “We are indeed thankful that despite the numerous challenges faced by the industry globally, PETRONAS remains unwavering in its commitment towards investing in education and human capital development particularly in the Sabah state.”

This includes the setting up of KTC, construction of MRSM Ranau, annual award of the PETRONAS Education Sponsorship Programme for students to pursue tertiary education, Vocational Institutions Sponsorship and Training Assistance (VISTA) programme with five identified institutions in the state which aims to develop the technical and vocational capabilities of Sabahan youths, as well as other numerous programmes that serve the major aim to nurture talents for the state and the nation, he said.

Chief Executive Officer of PETRONAS Technical Training Sdn Bhd, En. Idris Ibrahim, said KTC was set up in 2011 as part of PETRONAS corporate social responsibility programme in Sabah to support the state’s human capital development, particularly in the oil and gas industry.

“KTC is committed to developing and equipping the youths of Sabah with the necessary qualifications and skills required to enroll in the oil and gas industry,” he said at the KTC convocation ceremony.

En. Idris Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer of PTTSB, delivered his welcoming remarks during the KTC Convocation Ceremony.

Also present were Secretary of Home Affairs and Research, Datuk Awang Shaminan Awang Sahari; Head of Human Capital Investment, PETRONAS Group Human Resource Management, Syed Mohamad Muhafiz Syed Bakar; and Head of PETRONAS Sabah and Labuan, Siti Ayu Abdul Wahab.

KTC is the first institution in Sabah to be recognised as an Accredited Centre by the Department of Skills Development under the Ministry of Human Resources. It offers a three-year full-time diploma-level training in Industrial Instrumentation & Control System – Monitoring & Control (Level 4), Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM).

Quoting one of the few female graduates, Syra Olivia Rayner, she mentioned about the importance of the vital processes learnt in KTC in performing her tasks in the oil & gas industry. Syra secured a job as an instrumentation technician for a local company in offshore projects quickly after her completion of the training programme, which proves the credibility of a KTC graduate in the Oil & Gas industry.

“Being the only female at my workplace, it is not difficult for me to adjust to my new working environment including working on platforms, because I love working outdoors. Working in oil and gas industry demands teamwork spirit since our skills improvement requires helps from others,” she explained.   

(Left) Sarifuddin Usman, (Middle) Syra Olivia Rayner and (Right) Muhammad Uzayr Jasnih

KTC has so far produced 174 graduates with nearly 100% employment by the oil and gas as well as by other industries. Currently KTC is collaborating with Akademi Binaan Malaysia (ABM), to provide scaffolding training for Sabahan youths under the VISTA programme.

Choir performance by current trainees in KTC during the convocation.

Third time bagging RoSPA Health and Safety – Gold Award!

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Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) is celebrating its third time of landing an internationally recognised award for demonstrating high health and safety standards.

“Receiving the Gold Award in The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Health and Safety Awards for year 2022 proves our dedication in adopting and implementing the Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Policy within the organisation with a workplace concept that prioritises its employees’ experience as well as to ensure its employees, clients, and contractors get home safely to their familities at the end of every working day,” said Idris Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP.

At INSTEP, we are dedicated to adopting and implementing the HSE Policy, Manuals & Procedures within the organisation. A dedicated HSSE steering committee and quarterly HSSE walkabouts set the right safety behaviour and culture among the employees so that everyone is align with the best HSE practice, and to strive for better achievement in Occupational Health and Safety management systems and culture.

Organisations receiving a RoSPA Award are recognised as being world-leaders in health and safety practice. Every year, nearly 2,000 entrants vie to achieve the highest possible accolade in what is the UK’s longest-running H&S industry awards.

Julia Small, RoSPA’s Achievements Director, said: “This is a fantastic and well-deserved accomplishment. All our award entrants demonstrate their unwavering commitment and passion for keeping people safe at work. By receiving this recognition, INSTEP join like-minded businesses and organisations worldwide, who represent the very best in their approach to Health and Safety. I would like to add my personal thanks for all the work that it has taken to secure this well-deserved award – congratulations to all those involved, who champion and drive-up Health and Safety standards every day. You are a fantastic example to others in your sector.”

Since INSTEP’s establishment four decades ago, we continuously demonstrate excellent occupational safety & health performance by embracing the value of “Progressing together towards Generative Culture”. The concerted effort has been defined through winning a few notable accolades such as Malaysian Society for Occupational Safety and Health (MSOSH) 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2021, as well as RoSPA Gold Award 2020 & 2021.  

For more information about the RoSPA Awards, please visit www.rospa.com/awards.

Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) is celebrating its third time of landing an internationally recognised award for demonstrating high health and safety standards.

“Receiving the Gold Award in The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Health and Safety Awards for year 2022 proves our dedication in adopting and implementing the Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Policy within the organisation with a workplace concept that prioritises its employees’ experience as well as to ensure its employees, clients, and contractors get home safely to their familities at the end of every working day,” said Idris Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP.

At INSTEP, we are dedicated to adopting and implementing the HSE Policy, Manuals & Procedures within the organisation. A dedicated HSSE steering committee and quarterly HSSE walkabouts set the right safety behaviour and culture among the employees so that everyone is align with the best HSE practice, and to strive for better achievement in Occupational Health and Safety management systems and culture.

Organisations receiving a RoSPA Award are recognised as being world-leaders in health and safety practice. Every year, nearly 2,000 entrants vie to achieve the highest possible accolade in what is the UK’s longest-running H&S industry awards.

Julia Small, RoSPA’s Achievements Director, said: “This is a fantastic and well-deserved accomplishment. All our award entrants demonstrate their unwavering commitment and passion for keeping people safe at work. By receiving this recognition, INSTEP join like-minded businesses and organisations worldwide, who represent the very best in their approach to Health and Safety. I would like to add my personal thanks for all the work that it has taken to secure this well-deserved award – congratulations to all those involved, who champion and drive-up Health and Safety standards every day. You are a fantastic example to others in your sector.”

Since INSTEP’s establishment four decades ago, we continuously demonstrate excellent occupational safety & health performance by embracing the value of “Progressing together towards Generative Culture”. The concerted effort has been defined through winning a few notable accolades such as Malaysian Society for Occupational Safety and Health (MSOSH) 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2021, as well as RoSPA Gold Award 2020 & 2021.  

For more information about the RoSPA Awards, please visit www.rospa.com/awards.

74 Future Ready Technicians are Produced to Support Sarawak’s First Methanol Project

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INSTEP hosted a closing ceremony of Technician Training Programme Batch 1 on 7 July 2022, signifying the remarkable achievement completed by the 74 learners from Sarawak Petchem Sdn Bhd throughout their 1-year training at INSTEP. This recorded a significant milestone in Sarawak’s aspiration to deliver the first mega-Methanol Project by 2024.

The auspicious ceremony was graced by the presence of the Director-in-Charge of Sarawak Petchem Sdn. Bhd., YBhg. Datu Haji Abg Mohd Shibli B Haji Abg Mohd Nailie, the Project Director of Sarawak Petchem Sdn. Bhd., Tuan Haji Mohammad B Haji Ibrahim, as well as Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, Tuan Haji Idris B Ibrahim.

YBhg. Datu Haji Abg Mohd Shibli, Director-in-charge of Sarawak Petchem Sdn. Bhd. delivered his appreciation remarks during the closing ceremony.

YBhg. Datu Haji Abg Mohd Shibli (2nd left) presented the certificates to the learners in the presence of Tuan Haji Idris B Ibrahim (left) and Tuan Haji Mohammad B Haji Ibrahim (right).

“Today we witnessed the real translation of INSTEP’s dedication and commitment as a progressive solutions partner, who is passionate in building technical competencies and preparing the energy workforce for the bright future of the energy industry,” said YBhg. Datu Haji Abg Mohd Shibli as he delivered his remarks.

“The active collaboration and support that we receive from PETRONAS are paramount for us to progress into a petrochemical hub, especially through the strategic partnership with INSTEP who serves as a crucial partner and provides a meticulous package of essential skills and knowledge for our young technical personnel,” he added.

The successful completion of the 1-year training programme paved their ways to attachments at selected PETRONAS plants and facilities at East Malaysia for enhanced On Job Training (OJT), where their necessary capability readiness, knowledge, and attitude will be put to real test in order to deliver safe & reliable operations at Sarawak Methanol plant. This will further enrich the learners’ competencies as they will be exposed to the real environment of petrochemical plants in the oil & gas industry.

Idris B Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP delivered his closing remarks.

Idris commented, “The demand for highly qualified and well-trained workforce is high to ensure the ongoing operations are performed safely and efficiently. At INSTEP, we are committed to meet the demand and to provide a sustainable pipeline of highly competent workforce to the industry operations.”

Aswina Drusila Tony expressed her heartfelt gratitude as she represented her fellow colleagues to deliver her appreciation speech on the stage. She is one of the learners from the Analytical trade who had the opportunity to undergo OJT at PETRONAS Chemicals Olefin-Glycol Derivatives (PCOGD), before the end of learning journey at INSTEP.

“There is so much knowledge that we can gain out there, and our learning journey does not stop here. Upholding our aspiration of ‘One Team One Goal One Spirit, Building Legacy’, we are thirst for more gain and growth, and we will continue to strive for a better future for our family, the community, and our state,” said Aswina.

Aswina Drusila Tony from Analytical trade delivered her appreciation speech on behalf of Batch 1 learners.

Sense of pride and excitement can be seen across the learners’ faces in the hall.

Being the key partner in PETRONAS’ growth, INSTEP is passionate in pushing boundaries in accelerating competency development in the energy industry and beyond. To date, INSTEP boasts an extensive track record of having produced more than 130,000 technical graduates in various fields for the global energy sector over a period of four decades.

INSTEP hosted a closing ceremony of Technician Training Programme Batch 1 on 7 July 2022, signifying the remarkable achievement completed by the 74 learners from Sarawak Petchem Sdn Bhd throughout their 1-year training at INSTEP. This recorded a significant milestone in Sarawak’s aspiration to deliver the first mega-Methanol Project by 2024.

The auspicious ceremony was graced by the presence of the Director-in-Charge of Sarawak Petchem Sdn. Bhd., YBhg. Datu Haji Abg Mohd Shibli B Haji Abg Mohd Nailie, the Project Director of Sarawak Petchem Sdn. Bhd., Tuan Haji Mohammad B Haji Ibrahim, as well as Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, Tuan Haji Idris B Ibrahim.

YBhg. Datu Haji Abg Mohd Shibli, Director-in-charge of Sarawak Petchem Sdn. Bhd. delivered his appreciation remarks during the closing ceremony.

YBhg. Datu Haji Abg Mohd Shibli (2nd left) presented the certificates to the learners in the presence of Tuan Haji Idris B Ibrahim (left) and Tuan Haji Mohammad B Haji Ibrahim (right).

“Today we witnessed the real translation of INSTEP’s dedication and commitment as a progressive solutions partner, who is passionate in building technical competencies and preparing the energy workforce for the bright future of the energy industry,” said YBhg. Datu Haji Abg Mohd Shibli as he delivered his remarks.

“The active collaboration and support that we receive from PETRONAS are paramount for us to progress into a petrochemical hub, especially through the strategic partnership with INSTEP who serves as a crucial partner and provides a meticulous package of essential skills and knowledge for our young technical personnel,” he added.

The successful completion of the 1-year training programme paved their ways to attachments at selected PETRONAS plants and facilities at East Malaysia for enhanced On Job Training (OJT), where their necessary capability readiness, knowledge, and attitude will be put to real test in order to deliver safe & reliable operations at Sarawak Methanol plant. This will further enrich the learners’ competencies as they will be exposed to the real environment of petrochemical plants in the oil & gas industry.

Idris B Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP delivered his closing remarks.

Idris commented, “The demand for highly qualified and well-trained workforce is high to ensure the ongoing operations are performed safely and efficiently. At INSTEP, we are committed to meet the demand and to provide a sustainable pipeline of highly competent workforce to the industry operations.”

Aswina Drusila Tony expressed her heartfelt gratitude as she represented her fellow colleagues to deliver her appreciation speech on the stage. She is one of the learners from the Analytical trade who had the opportunity to undergo OJT at PETRONAS Chemicals Olefin-Glycol Derivatives (PCOGD), before the end of learning journey at INSTEP.

“There is so much knowledge that we can gain out there, and our learning journey does not stop here. Upholding our aspiration of ‘One Team One Goal One Spirit, Building Legacy’, we are thirst for more gain and growth, and we will continue to strive for a better future for our family, the community, and our state,” said Aswina.

Aswina Drusila Tony from Analytical trade delivered her appreciation speech on behalf of Batch 1 learners.

Sense of pride and excitement can be seen across the learners’ faces in the hall.

Being the key partner in PETRONAS’ growth, INSTEP is passionate in pushing boundaries in accelerating competency development in the energy industry and beyond. To date, INSTEP boasts an extensive track record of having produced more than 130,000 technical graduates in various fields for the global energy sector over a period of four decades.

TEP Class of 2021 graduated! One Step Closer to Creating Values to PETRONAS Operations

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On 23 May 2022, 35 learners celebrated their successful completion of Technical Energy Enrichment Programme (TEP). This is a key shared success as they craft their pathway towards pursuing a career in the oil and gas industry.

The graduation ceremony was graced by the presence of Head of Asset Integrity, Malaysia LNG Sdn Bhd (MLNG), Mr. Jamuri Zen and Head of Gas Processing Santong & Export Terminal, PETRONAS Gas Berhad (PGB), Mr. Fairos Roslan.

Mr. Jamuri Zen, Head of Asset Integrity, Malaysia LNG Sdn Bhd (MLNG), is proud of the TEP learners for their endurance and commitment throughout the journey.

Mr. Jamuri applauded INSTEP’s demonstration of Courage to Act in making this training programme a huge success. “The past ten months of dedication and hard work must have well paid off. This shall be an unforgetting experience for all our learners in seeking and acquiring new knowledge from the experts of INSTEP. The passion and thirst for knowledge should remain and be brought into the real working environment later.”

Mr. Fairos Roslan, Head of Gas Processing Santong & Export Terminal, PETRONAS Gas Berhad (PGB) urged the learners to never stop learning and gain as much experience as possible.

“High risk operations are inevitable in all plants under PETRONAS’ assets. Hence, the demand for highly qualified and well-trained workforce is high to ensure the ongoing operations are performed safely and efficiently. INSTEP is undoubtedly our preferred technical solutions partner, by providing a sustainable pipeline of highly competent workforce to PETRONAS and industry operations regardless of background, gender or race,” said Mr. Fairos during the ceremony.

Mr. Idris Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, delivered his appreciation remarks to TEP sponsors (MLNG and PGB) for their confidence in INSTEP as their trusted technical learning solutions partner.

Mr. Idris said, “TEP is a signature Bridging Programme at INSTEP. It is a pre-employment programme which aims to bridge our technician’s existing knowledge and skills with the required competencies in the industry. Technology of the energy sector is rapidly evolving – hence technical expertise is vital for our young technicians and engineers to ensure they possess the optimum knowledge, skills and capabilities.”

Mr. Idris also reiterated the importance of PETRONAS Brand Tagline ‘Passionate about Progress’ as he delivered his speech.

“Be proud to stand at your workplace later as one of INSTEP Alumni. The knowledge you gained today will generate tremendous values to PETRONAS operations, and these values will enrich your workplace no matter where you go,” he said.

This is the first batch of TEP under Bridging Programme at INSTEP, and it aims to produce competent and job-ready technicians in 3 trades specifically: Electrical, Instruments, and Operations. The programme was kick-started virtually on 26 July 2021, where the learners underwent theoretical classroom learning via Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) for 2 months before stepping foot on INSTEP Campus.

“Many of us faced challenges during VILT, and one of them was the internet connection,” said Olivia Hassan, one of the TEP learners when she was interviewed.

She added, “However, I am very grateful that we are able to be present at INSTEP physically after 2 months of VILT for classroom and practical training. Being able to feel and touch the equipment has greatly uplifted my learning experience.”

Mohd Zakiri Hassim wept tears of joy and gratitude as he represented his fellow batch mates to deliver appreciation speech. “I have no word to adequately express our gratitude and appreciation for the privilege and opportunity given by INSTEP, MLNG and PGB. The warm hospitality and care provided by INSTEP throughout the journey will always be remembered. Not to forget our instructors who have been dedicated and committed in delivering the modules and sharing their industrial experiences with us.”

Mohd Zakiri Hassim delivered his appreciation speech.

“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. There is no doubt in our mind that TEP is the stepping stone in our life to a bigger and brighter future and we are motivated to make progress in our career,” said Zakiri as he bowed to express his respect towards everyone who has helped them overcoming barriers and shaping them into better person.

Sense of pride and excitement rising upon the learners’ faces as they listened enthusiastically to the speeches addressed by leaders of MLNG and PGB.

Mr. Jamuri and Mr. Fairos presented the certificates of completion to all learners.

Complemented with world-class training facilities and industry-experienced instructors, TEP is a comprehensive pre-employment programme designed by INSTEP to produce job-ready technicians with the essential technical competencies and generative culture mindset required by the industry. The experiential learning at INSTEP’s live training plant, Upstream Downstream Training Plant (UDTP) allows our learners to perform real activities with various real-plant scenarios under non-hazardous environment in order to further enhance their competencies.

Being the key partner in PETRONAS’ growth, INSTEP is passionate in pushing boundaries in accelerating competency development in the energy industry and beyond. To date, INSTEP boasts an extensive track record of having produced more than 130,000 technical graduates in various fields for the global energy sector over a period of four decades.

A group photo of all 35 learners together with the guests of honour from MLNG and PGB.

On 23 May 2022, 35 learners celebrated their successful completion of Technical Energy Enrichment Programme (TEP). This is a key shared success as they craft their pathway towards pursuing a career in the oil and gas industry.

The graduation ceremony was graced by the presence of Head of Asset Integrity, Malaysia LNG Sdn Bhd (MLNG), Mr. Jamuri Zen and Head of Gas Processing Santong & Export Terminal, PETRONAS Gas Berhad (PGB), Mr. Fairos Roslan.

Mr. Jamuri Zen, Head of Asset Integrity, Malaysia LNG Sdn Bhd (MLNG), is proud of the TEP learners for their endurance and commitment throughout the journey.

Mr. Jamuri applauded INSTEP’s demonstration of Courage to Act in making this training programme a huge success. “The past ten months of dedication and hard work must have well paid off. This shall be an unforgetting experience for all our learners in seeking and acquiring new knowledge from the experts of INSTEP. The passion and thirst for knowledge should remain and be brought into the real working environment later.”

Mr. Fairos Roslan, Head of Gas Processing Santong & Export Terminal, PETRONAS Gas Berhad (PGB) urged the learners to never stop learning and gain as much experience as possible.

“High risk operations are inevitable in all plants under PETRONAS’ assets. Hence, the demand for highly qualified and well-trained workforce is high to ensure the ongoing operations are performed safely and efficiently. INSTEP is undoubtedly our preferred technical solutions partner, by providing a sustainable pipeline of highly competent workforce to PETRONAS and industry operations regardless of background, gender or race,” said Mr. Fairos during the ceremony.

Mr. Idris Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, delivered his appreciation remarks to TEP sponsors (MLNG and PGB) for their confidence in INSTEP as their trusted technical learning solutions partner.

Mr. Idris said, “TEP is a signature Bridging Programme at INSTEP. It is a pre-employment programme which aims to bridge our technician’s existing knowledge and skills with the required competencies in the industry. Technology of the energy sector is rapidly evolving – hence technical expertise is vital for our young technicians and engineers to ensure they possess the optimum knowledge, skills and capabilities.”

Mr. Idris also reiterated the importance of PETRONAS Brand Tagline ‘Passionate about Progress’ as he delivered his speech.

“Be proud to stand at your workplace later as one of INSTEP Alumni. The knowledge you gained today will generate tremendous values to PETRONAS operations, and these values will enrich your workplace no matter where you go,” he said.

This is the first batch of TEP under Bridging Programme at INSTEP, and it aims to produce competent and job-ready technicians in 3 trades specifically: Electrical, Instruments, and Operations. The programme was kick-started virtually on 26 July 2021, where the learners underwent theoretical classroom learning via Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) for 2 months before stepping foot on INSTEP Campus.

“Many of us faced challenges during VILT, and one of them was the internet connection,” said Olivia Hassan, one of the TEP learners when she was interviewed.

She added, “However, I am very grateful that we are able to be present at INSTEP physically after 2 months of VILT for classroom and practical training. Being able to feel and touch the equipment has greatly uplifted my learning experience.”

Mohd Zakiri Hassim wept tears of joy and gratitude as he represented his fellow batch mates to deliver appreciation speech. “I have no word to adequately express our gratitude and appreciation for the privilege and opportunity given by INSTEP, MLNG and PGB. The warm hospitality and care provided by INSTEP throughout the journey will always be remembered. Not to forget our instructors who have been dedicated and committed in delivering the modules and sharing their industrial experiences with us.”

Mohd Zakiri Hassim delivered his appreciation speech.

“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. There is no doubt in our mind that TEP is the stepping stone in our life to a bigger and brighter future and we are motivated to make progress in our career,” said Zakiri as he bowed to express his respect towards everyone who has helped them overcoming barriers and shaping them into better person.

Sense of pride and excitement rising upon the learners’ faces as they listened enthusiastically to the speeches addressed by leaders of MLNG and PGB.

Mr. Jamuri and Mr. Fairos presented the certificates of completion to all learners.

Complemented with world-class training facilities and industry-experienced instructors, TEP is a comprehensive pre-employment programme designed by INSTEP to produce job-ready technicians with the essential technical competencies and generative culture mindset required by the industry. The experiential learning at INSTEP’s live training plant, Upstream Downstream Training Plant (UDTP) allows our learners to perform real activities with various real-plant scenarios under non-hazardous environment in order to further enhance their competencies.

Being the key partner in PETRONAS’ growth, INSTEP is passionate in pushing boundaries in accelerating competency development in the energy industry and beyond. To date, INSTEP boasts an extensive track record of having produced more than 130,000 technical graduates in various fields for the global energy sector over a period of four decades.

A group photo of all 35 learners together with the guests of honour from MLNG and PGB.

Building lives

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THE saying “when there’s a will, there’s a way” rings especially true for Olivia Hassan as she braces her way through various challenges in life for a better career in the energy industry.

Persistent in her learning, Olivia obtained her diploma in 2019, after which she spent time with her mother until she passed away in August the same year. 

With the advancement of technology, Olivia, then an assistant engineer, felt the need to continuously upskill herself to progress in her field.

Despite having a stable job, she decided to register for the Technical Energy Enrichment Programme (TEP) by Institut Teknologi Petroleum Petronas (INSTEP), even though it meant having to resign if she were to be selected.

TEP is a 10-month pre-employment sponsorship programme by Petronas Gas Bhd and Malaysia LNG under INSTEP, designed to develop essential technical competencies with generative culture to produce job-ready technicians.

Internationally recognised as a technical learning solutions partner, INSTEP is highly regarded among talents in the energy industry and beyond.

Being selected as a TEP participant made a significant impact in her life since she started the programme in instrumental trade back in July this year.

“If it weren’t for TEP, I wouldn’t have the financial means or opportunity to further upskill myself and pursue a potential career in the energy industry.

“Since young, I have always been eager to know how things work and enjoyed fixing things hands-on. Having ventured into this progressive and dynamic industry, I endeavour to broaden my knowledge and continuously upskill myself to add value to the industry,” she shared.

After two months of Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT), Olivia is excited to be physically present at INSTEP in Terengganu for classroom and practical training.

“Internet connection was a huge issue for me in Dalat. Now that I’m able to feel and touch the equipment, my learning experience has been uplifted,” she said.

The challenges that come with being a woman in the traditionally male-dominated industry will not deter Olivia to strive for the best.

“It is a rewarding journey as I come to understand my different strengths and weaknesses. The process is a challenging yet holistic and comprehensive one.

“I’m 27 years old with a relatively small built, and the youngest female in a team of five learners here at INSTEP. Fortunately, I get along well with everyone,” she said, recalling her age being commented upon when she wanted to further her studies.

“I strongly believe it’s never too late to learn. Learning a new skill or gaining new qualification will never cause harm to your career but will only make it richer,” she said.

For Muhammad Hamizan Fikri Roslan, it was an apprehensive yet rewarding experience joining the Technician Training Programme (TTP), a bridging programme developed in collaboration between Sarawak Petchem Sdn Bhd and INSTEP.

The second child among four siblings, the 24-year-old Sarawakian has always been fascinated with everything electrical. Following the footsteps of his father as an electrical technician, he enrolled into Kolej Vokasional Bintulu in 2014 after completing his Penilaian Menengah Rendah (PMR) and graduated with a Diploma in Electrical Technology.

Being a part of PETRONAS has always been a dream for him due to the energy and solutions company’s prestigious reputation and global reach.

“Wanting to advance my career, I didn’t think twice about enrolling when I came across the TTP on INSTEP’s Facebook and LinkedIn pages.

“Even though I was offered the instrumental trade programme due to limited space in the electrical field, I grabbed the chance to challenge myself to become an electrical and instrumental technician after completing the training.

“I still can’t believe I have been chosen as a learner for TTP as the qualification of my vocational diploma certificate is not well known to be a steppingstone to advance,” he said.

He started the TTP programme in August this year and what he enjoyed most was being in INSTEP campus physically, to undergo practical training and handling the equipment hands-on.

Among the challenges was adapting to the instrumentation theories and applications in the beginning as Hamizan’s background is electrical. With the help of dedicated instructors and passionate learners, he saw himself grow and enjoyed the progress.

Hamizan shared that interacting with like-minded peers in a facilitative community has been inspirational as it enabled learners to encourage each other’s endeavours, helping him learn more about himself in terms of leadership capabilities and strengths.

“When it comes to shaping an individual’s career, technical and vocational education training (TVET) is on par with the regular college route.

“Vocational training is proven to effectively prepare individuals for their jobs, and a platform of choice for those who learn better through hands-on teaching and application of theories they have learnt.

“I would strongly advise those who are looking for experiential training through specialised programmes to go for it as the skills and knowledge you learn are yours to keep,” he said.

Committed to being a solutions partner to talents in the energy industry and beyond, INSTEP is passionately pushing boundaries in accelerating competency development through experiential learning, meaningful improvements to quality-of-life, and contributing to business and sustainability developments.

Established in 1981, INSTEP has become an internationally recognised technical learning solutions partner. The signature Bridging Programmes conducted at INSTEP this year have upskilled more than 150 local Sarawakian talents under Technical Energy Enrichment Programme (TEP) and customised Technician Training Programme (TTP). As a technical training arm of PETRONAS, INSTEP helps accelerate Malaysia’s human capital development by providing access to education for local communities and to support the needs of future talents pipeline in line with PETRONAS Sustainability Agenda.

THE saying “when there’s a will, there’s a way” rings especially true for Olivia Hassan as she braces her way through various challenges in life for a better career in the energy industry.

Persistent in her learning, Olivia obtained her diploma in 2019, after which she spent time with her mother until she passed away in August the same year. 

With the advancement of technology, Olivia, then an assistant engineer, felt the need to continuously upskill herself to progress in her field.

Despite having a stable job, she decided to register for the Technical Energy Enrichment Programme (TEP) by Institut Teknologi Petroleum Petronas (INSTEP), even though it meant having to resign if she were to be selected.

TEP is a 10-month pre-employment sponsorship programme by Petronas Gas Bhd and Malaysia LNG under INSTEP, designed to develop essential technical competencies with generative culture to produce job-ready technicians.

Internationally recognised as a technical learning solutions partner, INSTEP is highly regarded among talents in the energy industry and beyond.

Being selected as a TEP participant made a significant impact in her life since she started the programme in instrumental trade back in July this year.

“If it weren’t for TEP, I wouldn’t have the financial means or opportunity to further upskill myself and pursue a potential career in the energy industry.

“Since young, I have always been eager to know how things work and enjoyed fixing things hands-on. Having ventured into this progressive and dynamic industry, I endeavour to broaden my knowledge and continuously upskill myself to add value to the industry,” she shared.

After two months of Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT), Olivia is excited to be physically present at INSTEP in Terengganu for classroom and practical training.

“Internet connection was a huge issue for me in Dalat. Now that I’m able to feel and touch the equipment, my learning experience has been uplifted,” she said.

The challenges that come with being a woman in the traditionally male-dominated industry will not deter Olivia to strive for the best.

“It is a rewarding journey as I come to understand my different strengths and weaknesses. The process is a challenging yet holistic and comprehensive one.

“I’m 27 years old with a relatively small built, and the youngest female in a team of five learners here at INSTEP. Fortunately, I get along well with everyone,” she said, recalling her age being commented upon when she wanted to further her studies.

“I strongly believe it’s never too late to learn. Learning a new skill or gaining new qualification will never cause harm to your career but will only make it richer,” she said.

For Muhammad Hamizan Fikri Roslan, it was an apprehensive yet rewarding experience joining the Technician Training Programme (TTP), a bridging programme developed in collaboration between Sarawak Petchem Sdn Bhd and INSTEP.

The second child among four siblings, the 24-year-old Sarawakian has always been fascinated with everything electrical. Following the footsteps of his father as an electrical technician, he enrolled into Kolej Vokasional Bintulu in 2014 after completing his Penilaian Menengah Rendah (PMR) and graduated with a Diploma in Electrical Technology.

Being a part of PETRONAS has always been a dream for him due to the energy and solutions company’s prestigious reputation and global reach.

“Wanting to advance my career, I didn’t think twice about enrolling when I came across the TTP on INSTEP’s Facebook and LinkedIn pages.

“Even though I was offered the instrumental trade programme due to limited space in the electrical field, I grabbed the chance to challenge myself to become an electrical and instrumental technician after completing the training.

“I still can’t believe I have been chosen as a learner for TTP as the qualification of my vocational diploma certificate is not well known to be a steppingstone to advance,” he said.

He started the TTP programme in August this year and what he enjoyed most was being in INSTEP campus physically, to undergo practical training and handling the equipment hands-on.

Among the challenges was adapting to the instrumentation theories and applications in the beginning as Hamizan’s background is electrical. With the help of dedicated instructors and passionate learners, he saw himself grow and enjoyed the progress.

Hamizan shared that interacting with like-minded peers in a facilitative community has been inspirational as it enabled learners to encourage each other’s endeavours, helping him learn more about himself in terms of leadership capabilities and strengths.

“When it comes to shaping an individual’s career, technical and vocational education training (TVET) is on par with the regular college route.

“Vocational training is proven to effectively prepare individuals for their jobs, and a platform of choice for those who learn better through hands-on teaching and application of theories they have learnt.

“I would strongly advise those who are looking for experiential training through specialised programmes to go for it as the skills and knowledge you learn are yours to keep,” he said.

Committed to being a solutions partner to talents in the energy industry and beyond, INSTEP is passionately pushing boundaries in accelerating competency development through experiential learning, meaningful improvements to quality-of-life, and contributing to business and sustainability developments.

Established in 1981, INSTEP has become an internationally recognised technical learning solutions partner. The signature Bridging Programmes conducted at INSTEP this year have upskilled more than 150 local Sarawakian talents under Technical Energy Enrichment Programme (TEP) and customised Technician Training Programme (TTP). As a technical training arm of PETRONAS, INSTEP helps accelerate Malaysia’s human capital development by providing access to education for local communities and to support the needs of future talents pipeline in line with PETRONAS Sustainability Agenda.

Second win for RoSPA Health and Safety Award!

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Second win! Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) has once again been awarded the Gold Award in The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Health and Safety Awards for year 2021!

Committed to accident prevention and organisational safety performance, RoSPA is the UK’s longest-running health and safety industry award scheme, with nearly 2,000 entrants from across the globe and a reach of over 7 million employees, making it one of the most prestigious and recognised schemes for health and safety worldwide.

Over the past number of years, we have been dedicated to adopting and implementing the Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Policy within the organisation and its employees. By setting clear goals for HSE Key Performance Indicator (KPI) and organising quarterly Generative HSSE Culture, the right safety behaviour and culture can be developed among workforce.

In the recent quarter of the year, we have particularly focused on the physical and mental health of our employees, as the new norm of working environment has caused considerable impacts in our lives. For example, we’ve held a few unplugging sessions, virtual Zumba session, awareness talks and so on. These activities have provided an ideal platform for staff to get to know one another better, and the best thing is, making sure our physical health stays in the spotlight.

Winning the RoSPA Gold Award substantiates our commitment in the organisation’s well-developed occupational health and safety management systems and culture, plus outstanding management of risk of injuries and damage to properties with very low level of error, harm, and loss. We will continuously reflect the ever-changing nature of health and safety to keep us aligned with best HSE practice, and to strive for better achievement and success in the future.

Since INSTEP’s establishment four decades ago, we continuously demonstrate excellent occupational safety & health performance by embracing the value of “Progressing together towards Generative Culture”. The concerted effort has been defined through winning a few notable accolades such as Malaysian Society for Occupational Safety and Health (MSOSH) 2017, 2018, and 2019 and RoSPA Gold Award 2020.

Second win! Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) has once again been awarded the Gold Award in The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Health and Safety Awards for year 2021!

Committed to accident prevention and organisational safety performance, RoSPA is the UK’s longest-running health and safety industry award scheme, with nearly 2,000 entrants from across the globe and a reach of over 7 million employees, making it one of the most prestigious and recognised schemes for health and safety worldwide.

Over the past number of years, we have been dedicated to adopting and implementing the Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Policy within the organisation and its employees. By setting clear goals for HSE Key Performance Indicator (KPI) and organising quarterly Generative HSSE Culture, the right safety behaviour and culture can be developed among workforce.

In the recent quarter of the year, we have particularly focused on the physical and mental health of our employees, as the new norm of working environment has caused considerable impacts in our lives. For example, we’ve held a few unplugging sessions, virtual Zumba session, awareness talks and so on. These activities have provided an ideal platform for staff to get to know one another better, and the best thing is, making sure our physical health stays in the spotlight.

Winning the RoSPA Gold Award substantiates our commitment in the organisation’s well-developed occupational health and safety management systems and culture, plus outstanding management of risk of injuries and damage to properties with very low level of error, harm, and loss. We will continuously reflect the ever-changing nature of health and safety to keep us aligned with best HSE practice, and to strive for better achievement and success in the future.

Since INSTEP’s establishment four decades ago, we continuously demonstrate excellent occupational safety & health performance by embracing the value of “Progressing together towards Generative Culture”. The concerted effort has been defined through winning a few notable accolades such as Malaysian Society for Occupational Safety and Health (MSOSH) 2017, 2018, and 2019 and RoSPA Gold Award 2020.

INSTEP Wins Prestigious International Institution Accolade at the BTEC Awards 2021

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Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) was awarded the prestigious Silver BTEC Award for International Institution of the Year 2021 for the first time ever. The achievement was celebrated at the 11th anniversary of Pearson’s annual BTEC Awards hosted online on 7th July 2021 at 2pm (British Summer Time).

Commenting on INSTEP’s achievement, PETRONAS Senior Vice President of Group Human Resource Management, Farehana Hanapiah, who is also the Board Chairperson of PETRONAS Technical Training Sdn Bhd (PTTSB), said, “PETRONAS continuously advocates for education and human capital development, aligned with our Purpose as a ‘progressive energy and solutions partner, enriching lives for a sustainable future’.

“I am immensely proud of INSTEP’s achievement as the Silver Award for International Institution of the Year 2021. This is INSTEP’s very first win and we are honoured to receive this award. Winning this award substantiates INSTEPs relentless effort in progressively delivering BTEC qualifications since 2014, and PETRONAS strong commitment to human capital investments despite the challenges faced during these unprecedented times.”

BTEC, also known as Business and Technology Education Council, is an international accreditation body which focuses on technical expertise. Nearly a million learners across the globe completed BTEC courses over the past year; the career-focused qualifications are a vital route for those pursuing careers in sectors such as IT, business, the creative industries, healthcare, engineering, construction and future industries. This is especially important in the current context as the UK responds to the global pandemic and looks to kickstart projects to speed economic recovery.

INSTEP has been playing its vital role as an internationally-recognised technical learning institution in designing and delivering BTEC Self-Regulated Framework (SRF) qualifications to meet the Oil & Gas industry learners’ needs. To date, INSTEP has certified 1,438 BTEC Level 2 learners and 2,357 BTEC Level 3 learners under its Bridging Programmes: Technical Energy Enrichment Programme (TEP) for PETRONAS as well as customised TEP for international clients such as Oil Search Limited (OSL), Papua New Guinea and Production Operation Training (POT), Iraq.

As PETRONAS’ technical learning arm, INSTEP has been playing its vital role by constantly providing a steady stream of sustainable talent pipeline to the industry. INSTEP designs training pathways to progressively strengthen our learners’ competencies through blended learning approach, which encompasses face-to-face classroom learning, hands-on training at practical workshops, experiential learning at INSTEP’s world class Upstream Downstream Training Plant (UDTP), as well as On-the-Job training at the commercial plant.

Other than technical learning, INSTEP, as a wholesome learning solutions partner, provides opportunity for learners to fully explore the beauty of Malaysia and blend into our culture and local community. The fully furnished supporting facilities at INSTEP, such as sports facilities, in-house clinic, cafeteria and accommodation render a wholesome learning experience to our learners, who are well taken care of throughout their transformational learning journey at INSTEP.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, INSTEP swiftly adjusted to the new norm and embraced the opportunity by providing digital learning solutions via Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) to upskill technical workforce virtually to ensure competency in managing day-to-day operations. To date, a total of 886 programmes were successfully delivered via VILT, upskilling more than 10,000 learners.

Cindy Rampersaud, Senior Vice President of BTEC and Apprenticeships at Pearson, said, “2021 has been another extraordinary year for our BTEC learners, tutors, teachers, colleges and schools and I am delighted that today we are able to come together and celebrate this year’s winners – and all the individuals who will be awarded a BTEC qualification this year. The hard work and commitment demonstrated by our award winners, all of whom have achieved great things during a time of unprecedented disruption, is extraordinary and I am proud that we are able to celebrate their achievements.”

Missed the online award ceremony? Catch the replay here!

Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) was awarded the prestigious Silver BTEC Award for International Institution of the Year 2021 for the first time ever. The achievement was celebrated at the 11th anniversary of Pearson’s annual BTEC Awards hosted online on 7th July 2021 at 2pm (British Summer Time).

Commenting on INSTEP’s achievement, PETRONAS Senior Vice President of Group Human Resource Management, Farehana Hanapiah, who is also the Board Chairperson of PETRONAS Technical Training Sdn Bhd (PTTSB), said, “PETRONAS continuously advocates for education and human capital development, aligned with our Purpose as a ‘progressive energy and solutions partner, enriching lives for a sustainable future’.

“I am immensely proud of INSTEP’s achievement as the Silver Award for International Institution of the Year 2021. This is INSTEP’s very first win and we are honoured to receive this award. Winning this award substantiates INSTEPs relentless effort in progressively delivering BTEC qualifications since 2014, and PETRONAS strong commitment to human capital investments despite the challenges faced during these unprecedented times.”

BTEC, also known as Business and Technology Education Council, is an international accreditation body which focuses on technical expertise. Nearly a million learners across the globe completed BTEC courses over the past year; the career-focused qualifications are a vital route for those pursuing careers in sectors such as IT, business, the creative industries, healthcare, engineering, construction and future industries. This is especially important in the current context as the UK responds to the global pandemic and looks to kickstart projects to speed economic recovery.

INSTEP has been playing its vital role as an internationally-recognised technical learning institution in designing and delivering BTEC Self-Regulated Framework (SRF) qualifications to meet the Oil & Gas industry learners’ needs. To date, INSTEP has certified 1,438 BTEC Level 2 learners and 2,357 BTEC Level 3 learners under its Bridging Programmes: Technical Energy Enrichment Programme (TEP) for PETRONAS as well as customised TEP for international clients such as Oil Search Limited (OSL), Papua New Guinea and Production Operation Training (POT), Iraq.

As PETRONAS’ technical learning arm, INSTEP has been playing its vital role by constantly providing a steady stream of sustainable talent pipeline to the industry. INSTEP designs training pathways to progressively strengthen our learners’ competencies through blended learning approach, which encompasses face-to-face classroom learning, hands-on training at practical workshops, experiential learning at INSTEP’s world class Upstream Downstream Training Plant (UDTP), as well as On-the-Job training at the commercial plant.

Other than technical learning, INSTEP, as a wholesome learning solutions partner, provides opportunity for learners to fully explore the beauty of Malaysia and blend into our culture and local community. The fully furnished supporting facilities at INSTEP, such as sports facilities, in-house clinic, cafeteria and accommodation render a wholesome learning experience to our learners, who are well taken care of throughout their transformational learning journey at INSTEP.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, INSTEP swiftly adjusted to the new norm and embraced the opportunity by providing digital learning solutions via Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) to upskill technical workforce virtually to ensure competency in managing day-to-day operations. To date, a total of 886 programmes were successfully delivered via VILT, upskilling more than 10,000 learners.

Cindy Rampersaud, Senior Vice President of BTEC and Apprenticeships at Pearson, said, “2021 has been another extraordinary year for our BTEC learners, tutors, teachers, colleges and schools and I am delighted that today we are able to come together and celebrate this year’s winners – and all the individuals who will be awarded a BTEC qualification this year. The hard work and commitment demonstrated by our award winners, all of whom have achieved great things during a time of unprecedented disruption, is extraordinary and I am proud that we are able to celebrate their achievements.”

Missed the online award ceremony? Catch the replay here!