Overview:
A new CNOOC initiative provides internationally recognized training in rigging, scaffolding, and more to 100 Ugandans, strengthening the country's skilled workforce.
HOIMA, Uganda – CNOOC Uganda Limited is actively strengthening the local workforce for the country’s burgeoning oil and gas sector. The company recently celebrated the graduation of 100 individuals who completed a specialized training program designed to boost local content and build a more skilled talent pool.
The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) program, which concluded on Sept. 11, provided participants with internationally recognized certifications in key technical areas.
Graduates, including instructors and students from 12 vocational training institutions, were trained in electrical maintenance, electrical installation, pipefitting, scaffolding, and rigging.
Delivered by Zetta Energy Ltd. in collaboration with the Uganda Industrial Research Institute (UIRI), the two-month course focused on practical skills, occupational health, and safety, preparing the trainees for high-demand roles within the industry.
During the ceremony, CNOOC’s National Content Manager, Eric Jumba, stated that the initiative directly supports the company’s commitment to developing Uganda’s workforce to meet both local and global industry standards.
One graduate, Komurubuga Mathew, an instructor at St. Simon Vocational Training Institute in Hoima, shared his experience, noting that the training was a significant personal and professional milestone.
He expressed gratitude for the sponsorship from CNOOC, which enabled him to obtain an international certification he could not have otherwise afforded.
This training program is part of CNOOC Uganda Limited’s broader effort to invest in local communities and national development. The company has also sponsored scholarships, supported health centers, and implemented livelihood restoration projects throughout the country.