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From Papua New Guinea to INSTEP: Santos Limited Technicians Completed 10 Enriching Months Training in INSTEP

Posted date: 11 June 2023

Recently INSTEP had celebrated the second batch of Apprentice Training Programme through a closing ceremony held at Sutra Beach Resort, Terengganu on 10 May 2023. The ceremony was graced with the presence of Manager Competency Based Training and Assessment, Santos Limited Mr. Jay Aquino and Production Manager Papua New Guinea, Mr. Grant James.

INSTEP had begun actively offering technical learning solutions to Santos Limited engineers and technicians through tailored training courses in 2018, and this has played a crucial role in technical capability development for the company, which formerly was also known as Oil Search Limited (OSL).

Manager Competency Based Training and Assessment, Santos Limited Mr. Jay Aquino delivered his speech during the event.

The 25 technicians completed their 10-month learning experience after BTEC International Level 2: Specialist Diploma for Technicians in Oil and Gas Facilities (Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Instrumentation) and BTEC International Level 3: Specialist Diploma in Engineering Operations in Oil and Gas Facilities (Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Instrumentation).

The learner during the certificate presentation.

Mr. Grant James in his speech touched upon the significance of having solid technical learning fundamentals. “Success comes from people with solid fundamental. The fundamentals you lay will determine your level of skill throughout your capability development pathway.”

Ms. Rena Makep presented a PNG emblem as a token of appreciation to Head of Learning Academy, INSTEP, Mr. Azhar Ahmad.

Ms. Rena Makep in the trainees’ representative speech, expressed her appreciation for the warm welcome they received from the community during their ten-month stay at INSTEP. “During our time here, all of us truly had the most amazing experience. Every activity we engaged in, from picking up new technical knowledge to travelling across Terengganu and Malaysia, helped us to develop both our skill sets and personalities.”

The learners took the chance to let their talent shine through a performance during the event.

Despite the fact that some of the learners highlighted language issues as a difficulty they encountered while they were here, it did not dampen their enthusiasm or courage to interact with INSTEP members and the local community. One of the learners, Justin Kale, stated, “The instructors and locals here are so warm and friendly that we feel safe to just voice out our ideas without having to worry about conflicting opinions.”

This supports the message that INSTEP has been trying to relay to all of its members. Mr. Idris Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP stated, “In order to promote diversity of view, we seek to establish a psychological safe zone in working and learning environments. This is necessary so that our learners can grow in the best environment.”

10 enriching months in INSTEP encompasses various social and cultural activities.

Recently INSTEP had celebrated the second batch of Apprentice Training Programme through a closing ceremony held at Sutra Beach Resort, Terengganu on 10 May 2023. The ceremony was graced with the presence of Manager Competency Based Training and Assessment, Santos Limited Mr. Jay Aquino and Production Manager Papua New Guinea, Mr. Grant James.

INSTEP had begun actively offering technical learning solutions to Santos Limited engineers and technicians through tailored training courses in 2018, and this has played a crucial role in technical capability development for the company, which formerly was also known as Oil Search Limited (OSL).

Manager Competency Based Training and Assessment, Santos Limited Mr. Jay Aquino delivered his speech during the event.

The 25 technicians completed their 10-month learning experience after BTEC International Level 2: Specialist Diploma for Technicians in Oil and Gas Facilities (Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Instrumentation) and BTEC International Level 3: Specialist Diploma in Engineering Operations in Oil and Gas Facilities (Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Instrumentation).

The learner during the certificate presentation.

Mr. Grant James in his speech touched upon the significance of having solid technical learning fundamentals. “Success comes from people with solid fundamental. The fundamentals you lay will determine your level of skill throughout your capability development pathway.”

Ms. Rena Makep presented a PNG emblem as a token of appreciation to Head of Learning Academy, INSTEP, Mr. Azhar Ahmad.

Ms. Rena Makep in the trainees’ representative speech, expressed her appreciation for the warm welcome they received from the community during their ten-month stay at INSTEP. “During our time here, all of us truly had the most amazing experience. Every activity we engaged in, from picking up new technical knowledge to travelling across Terengganu and Malaysia, helped us to develop both our skill sets and personalities.”

The learners took the chance to let their talent shine through a performance during the event.

Despite the fact that some of the learners highlighted language issues as a difficulty they encountered while they were here, it did not dampen their enthusiasm or courage to interact with INSTEP members and the local community. One of the learners, Justin Kale, stated, “The instructors and locals here are so warm and friendly that we feel safe to just voice out our ideas without having to worry about conflicting opinions.”

This supports the message that INSTEP has been trying to relay to all of its members. Mr. Idris Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP stated, “In order to promote diversity of view, we seek to establish a psychological safe zone in working and learning environments. This is necessary so that our learners can grow in the best environment.”

10 enriching months in INSTEP encompasses various social and cultural activities.

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