Qatargas recently held its 15th Annual CEO Forum for National Graduates on 17th May and National Trainees on 19th May at QNCC. The CEO Forum is an annual event during which Nationals who are part of Qatargas’ Training and Development Program meet with the Chief Executive Officer, and participate in discussions regarding their individual development and the Company’s Qatarization program.
The theme of this year’s forum, “My Career My Responsibility”, was supported by Qatargas’ Learning and Development Department and facilitated by the Focus Group.
Qatargas’ Chief Executive Officer, Khalid bin Khalifa Al-Thani hosted both events and engaged with the young Nationals. Addressing the Nationals, he said:
“Qatargas is committed to maintaining its status as the world’s Premier LNG Company. As national graduates, you are the cornerstone of this incredible journey we are undertaking. At Qatargas, we value our national workforce and provide you with guidance as well as the necessary means and tools to grow in your professional life.”
The CEO urged them to take ownership of their own development and career path. He encouraged them to develop their skills and take advantage of the opportunities provided to them in order to progress in their careers. The CEO also took the opportunity to wish the young Nationals all the best in their career journeys.
The Forum focused on the development of Qatargas’ national graduates and trainees, and provided updates on the Company’s Qatarization program. It also provided participants the opportunity to share their experiences and highlight challenges they face during their development. The feedback and suggestions provided will help further improve the training and development programs on offer.
The event announced a major launch of new IDP platform this year, in an effort to further support National Graduates throughout their Individual Development Program. The new platform is developed to increase effectiveness of IDP system user experience and reporting.
This year L&D launched National Graduate Development Program e-learning training to assist Division Heads, Coaches and our National Graduates to understand the purpose and objectives of the National Graduate Development Program. The aim of this learning module is to gain a better understanding of roles and responsibilities which will support executing the role of a coach and National Graduate as a learner more effectively.
The announcement of the launch of “Coaching Community” with the aim to improve communication and networking among other fellow coaches of National Graduates. Also L&D to identify how to further support coaches of National Graduates to enhance their coaching skills which assist them to resolve issues and concerns of National Graduates.
For Trainees, a new Technical Preparation Program (TPP) is under provision, which is more focused on vocational training and aligned to targeted positions as technicians and rover operators. The program is based on standards set by Qatargas together with other oil and gas companies. The program content has been developed jointly by the companies and endorsed by QP. The program material is now under development and the first batch is planned to start on September 2016.
The Forum also included motivational speeches by Qatari nationals who have excelled in their careers and progressed to key position in the Company after completing their development program. Ali Mohammed Al-Emadi, LNG Marketing Division Manager shared his success stories with the National Graduates; and Mones Khider Al-Rwaili, Head of Shutdown Operations, Onshore Support Operation shared his success with National Trainees. There were also several group activities and presentations.
At the end of the forums the graduates and trainees had the opportunity to ask any questions or raise concerns directly to the Chief Executive Officer.
The CEO presented awards to the best national graduates on scholarship and development, and trainees on development for their outstanding performance in 2016. The coaches who excelled in training and mentoring the national trainees and graduates were also recognized by the CEO.
As a key communications platform, the CEO Forum provides an opportunity for Qatari National graduates and trainees to engage in open discussion with the Company’s senior management and contribute to decision making, ensuring their active involvement in their own personal development. The CEO Forum at Qatargas reflects the commitment made by the Company’s senior management to its National workforce and helps forge a strong relationship between the young professionals and their coaches.
Qatargas is committed to develop, promote and recognize all of its employees. In particular, the Company is committed to the development of its Qatari workforce. Qatargas provides unique opportunities for young nationals to benefit from the knowledge and expertise of its high caliber diverse workforce and international shareholders.