DOHA:Minister of State for Energy Affairs HE Eng. Saad bin Sherida Al Kaabi has called on all energy sector companies to place greater attention to strategic Qatarisation, which has been, and will continue to be a key strategic objective that must be aligned with overall workforce plans.
The Minister of State for Energy Affairs chaired the Energy Sector’s 23rd Annual Qatarisation Review meeting, which focuses on the sector’s Qatarization plans and achievements during the past year.
In his opening remarks, Al Kaabi presented an overview of the Qatarisation objectives and their alignment to Qatar National Visions human development as well as to the need to draft Qatarization plans that match the energy sectors unprecedented growth.
He noted that Qatarisation efforts are inspired by Qatar National Vision 2030, as set out under the wise leadership. They are focused on the visions Human Development pillar which calls for the development of all of Qatar’s people to enable them to sustain a prosperous society and for increased and diversified participation of Qataris in the workforce.
Al Kaabi provided an overview of the energy sectors unprecedented growth and the significant milestones it has achieved across all upstream and downstream activities, both on the local and international levels.
"Qatar’s energy sector is developing and expanding at an unprecedented rate, reaffirming its position on the global energy map. Our National talent will play a crucial role in helping our sector grow and make big strides towards our vision," Al Kaabi added.
"The need remains for greater attention to making technical positions more attractive and equally rewarding for Qataris. It is critical in this respect that we can offer attractive careers and healthy environments to young Qataris, within which they can develop and grow with greater sense of satisfaction and achievement," he stressed.
He praised all energy sector companies, and their employees, for their hard work and dedication in supporting Qatarisation, and expressed appreciation of all stakeholder individuals, institutions, and communities who have partnered with the sector in support of Qatarisation objectives.
Al Kaabi presented the Annual Qatarization Crystal Awards, which are given to companies in recognition of their achievements in four categories. This year’s recipients are Qatar Petrochemical Company (QAPCO) for "Support and Liaison with the Education Sector"; Qatargas Operating Company Limited (Qatargas) for "Supporting Qatarization"; Qatar Chemical Company (Q-Chem) for "Support for Learning and Development"; and North Oil Company (NOC) for "Best Qatarization Progress".
He also presented the Annual Qatarization Certificates, which recognize companies with the most significant improvements since the previous calendar year in three categories. This year’s recipients are Dolphin Energy Company for "Support and Liaison with the Education Sector"; Oryx GTL for “Supporting Qatarisation”; and Qatar Fertilizer Company (QAFCO) for "Support for Learning and Development".
