INSTEP welcomes second batch of Senegalese Young Talents

Wide smiles can be seen across the screen as the virtual opening ceremony kickstarted the INPG learners' journey at INSTEP.

Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) hosted an opening ceremony on Monday September 6, 2021 to welcome the second cohort of learners from Institut National du Pétrole et du Gaz (INPG), Senegal who will undergo a 6-month customised On Job Training (OJT) programme.

Due to COVID-19, the opening ceremony is hosted virtually. Key attendees at the ceremony include Mr. Idris Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, Mr. Aguibou Ba, General Director of INPG, Mr. Abdoulaye Barro, the Ambassador of Senegal to Malaysia, Mrs. Khady Ndiaye, Country Director of KOSMOS Energy and Mrs. Fatimata Sow, External Affairs Manager of British Petroleum (BP), Senegal.

The eight young talents from Senegal had undergone 14 days of quarantine at Dorsett Grand Subang, Malaysia before arriving at INSTEP on 3 September 2021.

Eight learners from INSTEP arrived at INSTEP on 3 September 2021.
The INPG learners familiarise themselves with INSTEP facilities on their first day at INSTEP.
Wide smiles can be seen across the screen as the virtual opening ceremony kickstarted the INPG learners' journey at INSTEP.

Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) hosted an opening ceremony on Monday September 6, 2021 to welcome the second cohort of learners from Institut National du Pétrole et du Gaz (INPG), Senegal who will undergo a 6-month customised On Job Training (OJT) programme.

Due to COVID-19, the opening ceremony is hosted virtually. Key attendees at the ceremony include Mr. Idris Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP, Mr. Aguibou Ba, General Director of INPG, Mr. Abdoulaye Barro, the Ambassador of Senegal to Malaysia, Mrs. Khady Ndiaye, Country Director of KOSMOS Energy and Mrs. Fatimata Sow, External Affairs Manager of British Petroleum (BP), Senegal.

The eight young talents from Senegal had undergone 14 days of quarantine at Dorsett Grand Subang, Malaysia before arriving at INSTEP on 3 September 2021.

Eight learners from INSTEP arrived at INSTEP on 3 September 2021.
The INPG learners familiarise themselves with INSTEP facilities on their first day at INSTEP.

The 2021 learners come from different backgrounds, including Geoscience, Process Engineering and Electromechanical Engineering, and they are specialised in Petroleum Engineering.

The training programme is part of the INPG Petroleum Engineering Master Programme’s 22-week internship. INSTEP has customised the OJT programme to suit the specific requirements of INPG Master Programme, which aims to provide learning opportunity in exploration and plant operation activities through OTJ training scheme in both upstream and downstream platforms environment.

This training programme is designed to be conducted at INSTEP Upstream Downstream Training Plant (UDTP) and live PETRONAS plants. All learners are required to complete their master thesis based on the case study given during their attachment at the plants.

“I cannot thank INSTEP enough for this successful collaboration since 2019. The first cohort has been a huge success. They are equipped with the right skills and knowledge in oil & gas industry, by applying what they have learnt at INSTEP when they came back to Senegal. INSTEP has the capability to shape our learners into an industry-ready, empowered and enabled workforce. We see the difference, and this is why we want to renew the experience and have more students coming to INSTEP this year,” said Mr. Aguibou.

Mr. Aguibou Ba, General Director of INPG emphasised on the importance of the continued partnership between INSTEP and INPG in enriching Senegalese energy workforce.

The 2021 learners come from different backgrounds, including Geoscience, Process Engineering and Electromechanical Engineering, and they are specialised in Petroleum Engineering.

The training programme is part of the INPG Petroleum Engineering Master Programme’s 22-week internship. INSTEP has customised the OJT programme to suit the specific requirements of INPG Master Programme, which aims to provide learning opportunity in exploration and plant operation activities through OTJ training scheme in both upstream and downstream platforms environment.

This training programme is designed to be conducted at INSTEP Upstream Downstream Training Plant (UDTP) and live PETRONAS plants. All learners are required to complete their master thesis based on the case study given during their attachment at the plants.

“I cannot thank INSTEP enough for this successful collaboration since 2019. The first cohort has been a huge success. They are equipped with the right skills and knowledge in oil & gas industry, by applying what they have learnt at INSTEP when they came back to Senegal. INSTEP has the capability to shape our learners into an industry-ready, empowered and enabled workforce. We see the difference, and this is why we want to renew the experience and have more students coming to INSTEP this year,” said Mr. Aguibou.

Mr. Aguibou Ba, General Director of INPG emphasised on the importance of the continued partnership between INSTEP and INPG in enriching Senegalese energy workforce.

The opening ceremony kicked off 2 weeks of virtual orientation and training during their quarantine before they officially begin the OTJ training at UDTP.

“The UDTP is an effective platform for our learners from INPG to gain live plant experience, as it is the real translation of the real plant scenarios,” said Mr. Idris.

Mr. Idris Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP gave his motivational speech to the Senegalese learners during the virtual opening ceremony.

“Making errors at UDTP allows you to reflect, learn, correct, and redo until you are fully equipped with skills to perform operational tasks at live plants safely and efficiently,” Mr. Idris added.

Mr. Abdoulaye Barro extended his sincere gratitude and appreciation for all the dedication provided by INPG, KOSMOS, BP and INSTEP, who made this collaboration a big success. He also applauded INSTEP on the high-level commitment in making talent development possible during this pandemic time.

Mr. Momath Kéba Diop, representing the fellow learners from INPG, expressed his gratitude towards INSTEP management team for the warm hospitality since their arrival at Malaysia.

As our tagline says, “Experiencing is Enriching”, INSTEP strives to continuously enrich Senegal local energy talents through experiential learning approach and wholesome campus experience, aligning with its aspiration to be Senegal’s valuable technical learning solutions partner.

We wish all the learners an enjoyable experience in this 6-month fit-for-purpose capability building journey.

About INPG

INPG is established by the State of Senegal in 2017 to accelerate human capital development and employment of the Senegalese in oil & gas sectors especially in activities related to exploitations, production, and management of resources.

In September 2019, INSTEP and INPG entered a strategic partnership when INPG sent the first cohort of six learners to undergo 22-week customised On-the-Job Training as part of INPG Petroleum Engineering Master Programme.

 

 

The opening ceremony kicked off 2 weeks of virtual orientation and training during their quarantine before they officially begin the OTJ training at UDTP.

“The UDTP is an effective platform for our learners from INPG to gain live plant experience, as it is the real translation of the real plant scenarios,” said Mr. Idris.

Mr. Idris Ibrahim, Chief Executive Officer of INSTEP gave his motivational speech to the Senegalese learners during the virtual opening ceremony.

“Making errors at UDTP allows you to reflect, learn, correct, and redo until you are fully equipped with skills to perform operational tasks at live plants safely and efficiently,” Mr. Idris added.

Mr. Abdoulaye Barro extended his sincere gratitude and appreciation for all the dedication provided by INPG, KOSMOS, BP and INSTEP, who made this collaboration a big success. He also applauded INSTEP on the high-level commitment in making talent development possible during this pandemic time.

Mr. Momath Kéba Diop, representing the fellow learners from INPG, expressed his gratitude towards INSTEP management team for the warm hospitality since their arrival at Malaysia.

As our tagline says, “Experiencing is Enriching”, INSTEP strives to continuously enrich Senegal local energy talents through experiential learning approach and wholesome campus experience, aligning with its aspiration to be Senegal’s valuable technical learning solutions partner.

We wish all the learners an enjoyable experience in this 6-month fit-for-purpose capability building journey.

About INPG

INPG is established by the State of Senegal in 2017 to accelerate human capital development and employment of the Senegalese in oil & gas sectors especially in activities related to exploitations, production, and management of resources.

In September 2019, INSTEP and INPG entered a strategic partnership when INPG sent the first cohort of six learners to undergo 22-week customised On-the-Job Training as part of INPG Petroleum Engineering Master Programme.

 

 

The Future is in Our Hand

It’s time for fresh changes; don’t lose out on this exciting opportunity to improve the quality of our workforce.

Thus, INSTEP is gathering this essential information through a survey, and we’d love to have you on-board.

It will take you approximately 10 minutes to complete the survey, and we would appreciate it if you could respond by September 24, 2021.

Please be assured that all your answers will be kept in the strictest confidentiality.

Click here to answer this survey.

Let’s work together to build a sustainable future.

It’s time for fresh changes; don’t lose out on this exciting opportunity to improve the quality of our workforce.

Thus, INSTEP is gathering this essential information through a survey, and we’d love to have you on-board.

It will take you approximately 10 minutes to complete the survey, and we would appreciate it if you could respond by September 24, 2021.

Please be assured that all your answers will be kept in the strictest confidentiality.

Click here to answer this survey.

Let’s work together to build a sustainable future.

Latest INSTEP Learning Calendar 2021 (Revision 7) is here!

Find out our up-to-date training schedule in our Learning Calendar 2021.

 PETRONAS Calendar:

Public / Off-the-Shelf (OTS) Calendar:

Don’t miss out and join us to upskill yourself. Download your copy today!

Click here to download:

PETRONAS Group Calendar (Revision 7)

Public (Off-the-Shelf) Calendar (Revision 7)

 

Not sure how to register? Click here .

Reach us at instepmarketing@petronas.com, we would love to talk with you!

Find out our up-to-date training schedule in our Learning Calendar 2021.

 PETRONAS Calendar:

Public / Off-the-Shelf (OTS) Calendar:

Don’t miss out and join us to upskill yourself. Download your copy today!

Click here to download:

PETRONAS Group Calendar (Revision 7)

Public (Off-the-Shelf) Calendar (Revision 7)

 

Not sure how to register? Click here .

Reach us at instepmarketing@petronas.com, we would love to talk with you!

Master of Science in Process Plant Operations for September Intake ​

Contact the focal or click the links below/ scan the QR code for more details!

Focal:

1. Assoc Prof Dr Rohayu Jusoh: 017-957 3569 | rohayu@ump.edu.my

 
2. Dr Mohd Shaiful Zaidi Mat Desa: 013-641 2509 | shaiful@ump.edu.my
 

For more details on the programme: https://admission.ump.edu.my/postgraduate-study/master-coursework/master-of-process-plant-operation

For application process: https://ipsonline.ump.edu.my/ipsonline/admission_v2/

 

Contact the focal or click the links below/ scan the QR code for more details!

Focal:

1. Assoc Prof Dr Rohayu Jusoh: 017-957 3569 | rohayu@ump.edu.my

 
2. Dr Mohd Shaiful Zaidi Mat Desa: 013-641 2509 | shaiful@ump.edu.my
 

For more details on the programme: https://admission.ump.edu.my/postgraduate-study/master-coursework/master-of-process-plant-operation

For application process: https://ipsonline.ump.edu.my/ipsonline/admission_v2/

 

A 5-Day Virtual Training: Best Practices for HSE and Maintenance Excellence in Oil & Gas Industry (Session 2)

Calling for all International Participants to join our Best Practices for Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) and Maintenance Excellence in Oil & Gas Industry – 5 Days Virtual Training via Microsoft Teams!

Brochure:

Click here to download this brochure.

Registration Open – but limited seats available so hurry up!

Contact the focals kianchuan.lim@petronas.com or nabilsyafiq.noordin@petronas.com for more information and details about the programme.

For application process: Visit MTCP Website here

Calling for all International Participants to join our Best Practices for Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) and Maintenance Excellence in Oil & Gas Industry – 5 Days Virtual Training via Microsoft Teams!

Brochure:

Click here to download this brochure.

Registration Open – but limited seats available so hurry up!

Contact the focals kianchuan.lim@petronas.com or nabilsyafiq.noordin@petronas.com for more information and details about the programme.

For application process: Visit MTCP Website here

Driving PETRONAS Self-Regulation Towards OSH Excellence

You might be wondering, “what is self-regulation?” 

Self-regulation is the foundation in acquiring the right competency, which comprises of regulation, management system, auditing, asset integrity, process safety management and occupational safety & health. A person is self-regulated when he or she is competent to perform inspection, integrity assessment and investigation in compliance with the statutory requirements, codes, standards and company specifications.

With process safety being one of PETRONAS core focus, Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) has designed OSR Inspector Development Programme for Pressure Vessel Certification and Hoisting Machine Certification. The implementation of this programme was briefed to Ir. Haji Mohd Hatta Bin Zakaria, Director of Department of Occupational Safety & Health (DOSH) Petroleum Safety Division during his one-day strategic engagement at INSTEP. 

Till date, 97 OSR inspectors have successfully fulfilled the requirement and competency of OSR Management System (OSRMS) and have been successfully certified upon the completion of the programme.

Ir. Haji Mohd Hatta (top) listening attentively to the briefing on implementation of OSR Inspector Development Programme (bottom).

Being the Chairman of Competency Panel Committee meeting, Ir. Haji Mohd Hatta also officially kick-started the successful implementation of Plant Management System (PMS) Internal Regulator Competency programme, which will see the first batch of Internal Regulators being trained and certified to support Pengerang Integrated Complex operations & maintenance by end of 2020.

Our passion and desire to deliver sustainable values for all, remains at the heart of INSTEP’s commitment in shaping empowered, agile and enabled talents with the right skills of tomorrow, growth & digital fluency mindset. OSR Inspector Development Programme is a clear demonstration of how the Internal Regulators obtain sustainable values from INSTEP programme, and channel these values to PETRONAS and industry as a whole, ensuring safety and operational excellence.

You might be wondering, “what is self-regulation?” 

Self-regulation is the foundation in acquiring the right competency, which comprises of regulation, management system, auditing, asset integrity, process safety management and occupational safety & health. A person is self-regulated when he or she is competent to perform inspection, integrity assessment and investigation in compliance with the statutory requirements, codes, standards and company specifications.

With process safety being one of PETRONAS core focus, Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) has designed OSR Inspector Development Programme for Pressure Vessel Certification and Hoisting Machine Certification. The implementation of this programme was briefed to Ir. Haji Mohd Hatta Bin Zakaria, Director of Department of Occupational Safety & Health (DOSH) Petroleum Safety Division during his one-day strategic engagement at INSTEP. 

Till date, 97 OSR inspectors have successfully fulfilled the requirement and competency of OSR Management System (OSRMS) and have been successfully certified upon the completion of the programme.

Ir. Haji Mohd Hatta (top) listening attentively to the briefing on implementation of OSR Inspector Development Programme (bottom).

Being the Chairman of Competency Panel Committee meeting, Ir. Haji Mohd Hatta also officially kick-started the successful implementation of Plant Management System (PMS) Internal Regulator Competency programme, which will see the first batch of Internal Regulators being trained and certified to support Pengerang Integrated Complex operations & maintenance by end of 2020.

Our passion and desire to deliver sustainable values for all, remains at the heart of INSTEP’s commitment in shaping empowered, agile and enabled talents with the right skills of tomorrow, growth & digital fluency mindset. OSR Inspector Development Programme is a clear demonstration of how the Internal Regulators obtain sustainable values from INSTEP programme, and channel these values to PETRONAS and industry as a whole, ensuring safety and operational excellence.

Third consecutive win for INSTEP – MSOSH OSH Gold Class 1 Award

Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) has consistently demonstrated its commitment to safety and health standards and has been recognised by the Malaysian Society for Occupational Safety and Health (MSOSH) in the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Gold Class 1 Award 2019.

This is the third consecutive time that INSTEP has received MSOSH Gold Class 1 Award since 2017.  The achievement was celebrated at the 38th Annual MSOSH OSH Virtual Award Ceremony on 26 November 2020.

This award does not only acknowledge INSTEP as an esteemed organisation with high level of safety and health standards at our worksites, but also serves as a testament to INSTEP’s determination in ensuring safety and health practices in our daily work operations.

“Embracing our HSSE tagline – ‘Safety is our priority’, we are not only looking into the consistency and effectiveness of our current practices, but we are also constantly keeping the organisation updated with the latest global trends and ensuring that our operation is fully complied with the OSH legal requirements pursuant to national laws and regulations,” said Alizan Ismail, the Head of Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) Department of INSTEP.

The MSOSH OSH award is an annual award presented to organisations that meet the stringent documentation and site verification audits by a panel from various agencies including the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), the Social Security Organisation (SOCSO), the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM), SIRIM Berhad, the Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF), the MSOSH, multinational corporations and private companies.

Established in 1981, INSTEP accelerates human capital development in the energy industry and has produced more than 130,000 competent technical workforces globally. The year 2021 marks INSTEP’s 40 years of contribution to building technical competencies and commitment in enriching the energy workforce towards a sustainable future.

Note: The publication of this article is delayed due to postponed delivery of the MSOSH Award Plaque during the ongoing outbreak of COVID-19 in Malaysia.

Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) has consistently demonstrated its commitment to safety and health standards and has been recognised by the Malaysian Society for Occupational Safety and Health (MSOSH) in the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Gold Class 1 Award 2019.

This is the third consecutive time that INSTEP has received MSOSH Gold Class 1 Award since 2017.  The achievement was celebrated at the 38th Annual MSOSH OSH Virtual Award Ceremony on 26 November 2020.

This award does not only acknowledge INSTEP as an esteemed organisation with high level of safety and health standards at our worksites, but also serves as a testament to INSTEP’s determination in ensuring safety and health practices in our daily work operations.

“Embracing our HSSE tagline – ‘Safety is our priority’, we are not only looking into the consistency and effectiveness of our current practices, but we are also constantly keeping the organisation updated with the latest global trends and ensuring that our operation is fully complied with the OSH legal requirements pursuant to national laws and regulations,” said Alizan Ismail, the Head of Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) Department of INSTEP.

The MSOSH OSH award is an annual award presented to organisations that meet the stringent documentation and site verification audits by a panel from various agencies including the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), the Social Security Organisation (SOCSO), the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM), SIRIM Berhad, the Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF), the MSOSH, multinational corporations and private companies.

Established in 1981, INSTEP accelerates human capital development in the energy industry and has produced more than 130,000 competent technical workforces globally. The year 2021 marks INSTEP’s 40 years of contribution to building technical competencies and commitment in enriching the energy workforce towards a sustainable future.

Note: The publication of this article is delayed due to postponed delivery of the MSOSH Award Plaque during the ongoing outbreak of COVID-19 in Malaysia.

A 5-Day Virtual Training: Best Practices for HSE and Maintenance Excellence in Oil & Gas Industry

Calling for International Participants to join our Best Practices for Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) and Maintenance Excellence in Oil & Gas Industry – 5 Days Virtual Training via Microsoft Teams!

Click here to download this brochure.

Registration Open – but limited seats available so hurry up!

Contact the focals kianchuan.lim@petronas.com or nabilsyafiq.noordin@petronas.com for more information and details about the programme.

For application process: Visit MTCP Website here.

Calling for International Participants to join our Best Practices for Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) and Maintenance Excellence in Oil & Gas Industry – 5 Days Virtual Training via Microsoft Teams!

Click here to download this brochure.

Registration Open – but limited seats available so hurry up!

Contact the focals kianchuan.lim@petronas.com or nabilsyafiq.noordin@petronas.com for more information and details about the programme.

For application process: Visit MTCP Website here.

[NEW] Operation and Maintenance of High Voltage (HV) Motor via Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT)

Don’t let the pandemic locks you down & restricts you from learning and upskilling. Come and join our new Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) of Operation and Maintenance of High Voltage (HV) Motor to gain comprehensive knowledge on:

  • Construction of HV motor including synchronous and Ex motor
  • Safety and standards in installation, operation and maintenance of HV Motor
  • Proper operations, testing and maintenance of HV Motor
  • The best practice in operation and maintenance of HV Motor

📢 Operation and Maintenance of High Voltage (HV) Motor (VILT)

📅 05-07 October 2021

📌 Microsoft Teams

💰 RM 2,060 (excludes tax)

 

What are you waiting for? Let’s get upskilled virtually today!

 

Not a PETRONAS staff?

Fret not, we are more than happy to chart your technical upskilling journey together with INSTEP.

 

For more information or registration, kindly contact mbadiuzzaman.rusli@petronas.com or reach us 

at instepmarketing@petronas.com, we would love to talk to you!

Don’t let the pandemic locks you down & restricts you from learning and upskilling. Come and join our new Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) of Operation and Maintenance of High Voltage (HV) Motor to gain comprehensive knowledge on:

  • Construction of HV motor including synchronous and Ex motor
  • Safety and standards in installation, operation and maintenance of HV Motor
  • Proper operations, testing and maintenance of HV Motor
  • The best practice in operation and maintenance of HV Motor

📢 Operation and Maintenance of High Voltage (HV) Motor (VILT)

📅 05-07 October 2021

📌 Microsoft Teams

💰 RM 2,060 (excludes tax)

 

What are you waiting for? Let’s get upskilled virtually today!

 

Not a PETRONAS staff?

Fret not, we are more than happy to chart your technical upskilling journey together with INSTEP.

 

For more information or registration, kindly contact mbadiuzzaman.rusli@petronas.com or reach us 

at instepmarketing@petronas.com, we would love to talk to you!

Latest INSTEP Learning Calendar 2021 is here!

Check out what’s new and the latest training schedule in our Learning Calendar 2021.

 

PETRONAS Calendar:

Public / Off-the-Shelf (OTS) Calendar:

It is never too late to get yourself upskilled, so what are you waiting for? Download your copy today!

Click here to download:

PETRONAS Group Calendar

Public (Off-the-Shelf) Calendar

 

Not sure how to register? Click here.

Reach us at instepmarketing@petronas.com, we would love to talk with you!

Check out what’s new and the latest training schedule in our Learning Calendar 2021.

 

PETRONAS Calendar:

Public / Off-the-Shelf (OTS) Calendar:

It is never too late to get yourself upskilled, so what are you waiting for? Download your copy today!

Click here to download:

PETRONAS Group Calendar

Public (Off-the-Shelf) Calendar

 

Not sure how to register? Click here.

Reach us at instepmarketing@petronas.com, we would love to talk with you!