KOTA KINABALU: Fourteen Sabahans received certificates after completing an industry-certified welding programme under Shell’s Projek LINK (Latihan Industri Kimpalan) at Kolej Vokasional Likas, here, recently.
The programme, a collaboration between Sabah Shell Petroleum Company Limited (SSPC) and KV Likas, targets students facing financial and academic difficulties, providing them with skills needed for heavy industries including oil and gas, shipping, construction and energy sectors.
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The SSPC has invested over RM700,000 in the programme since launching it in Sabah in 2019, producing 90 graduates trained to international welding standards such as ASME IX and AWS.
“It is truly rewarding to celebrate our graduates today and extend my warmest congratulations to each of them,” said SSPC General Manager Alexon Jong in his welcoming address.
“I take great pride in SSPC’s strong partnership with KV Likas, which has been instrumental in creating employment opportunities, developing globally competitive talent, and driving economic growth within Sabah’s local communities.
“This collaboration also supports the Sabah state government’s vision for advancing human capital development in the oil and gas sector,” he said.
The initiative shows effective public-private collaboration in skills development, addressing the shortage of qualified welders in the oil and gas industry.
Shell Malaysia also conducts similar programmes in Miri and Bintulu through partnerships with local vocational colleges.
As a pioneer in Malaysia’s energy sector, Shell Malaysia continues to invest in local talent development to support the country’s energy transition.
