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1.0 2.0 TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS ORGANIZATION PROFILE Introduction 1.1 1.2 Mandate 1.3 Vision and Mission 1.4 Goals 1.5 Motto 1.6 Value Proposition 1.7 Quality Policy 1.8 Health and Safety Policy ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE 2.1 Governance and Corporate Structure 2.2 Management Structure Key Contact Personnel 2.3 Campus Locations 2.4 2.5 Graduates and Progressing Students for the period 2015 - 2016 2.6 2.7 Programme Offering and Student Enrolment Special Projects NESC Graduation Ceremony New Point Lisas Industrial Apprentices Programme (PLIAP) Intake Nigerian Trainees Graduate Supervisory Skills Training A Visit To Red Deer College In Canada Assessment Of Weldfab Employees Training for Student Council Executive Energy Conference 2016 NESC Participates In Career Building Event MoU Signing With BGTT Training for NESC Instructors ISO Surveillance Audit At The NESC NESC Participates In Job Exposition Sharing Information with Staff MoU Signing With Energy Chamber Head Office Awareness Session NESC Jobs Fair/Skills Day Talks Begin On Training Of Uganda’s Nationals NESC Partners With EPOS PTSC/NESC Trade School Graduation HR Hosts Financial Literacy and Self – Empowerment Seminars 2.8 ACTT Accreditation 2.9 Legislative and Regulatory Framework 2.9.1 Delegated Authority 2.9.2 Reporting Functions PAGE 5 6 6- 31-32 33 Page 2 of 58 3.0 FINANCIAL OPERATIONS Budget Formulation Income Recurrent Expenditure Public Sector
 Investment Programme (PSIP) 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 Debt Policy 3.6 3.7 Investment Policy Internal Audit Functions 4.0 HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENTAL PLAN 4.1 Organization Establishment 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 Categories of Employees Career Path Systems Performance Systems Promotion Selection Procedures Employee Support Services 5.0 PROCUREMENT PROCEDURES 5.1 Open Tender 5.2 Selective Tender 6.0 PUBLIC AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS Drilling Academy Field Trip to Tucker Engineering Mayaro Residents graduate from Repsol Limited
 Administrative Professional Week HSSE Day NESC participates in the United way ‘Day of Caring’ Visiting Team from Turks and Caicos Visiting from delegation from Dominica Industrial Electrical Installation (IEI) trainees visit Petrotrin Operations 6.1 Military-Led Youth Programme Of Apprenticeship And Re-Orientation Training (MYPART) New batch of MYPART cadets Summary of MYPART Activities MYPART Cadets Participate in Regional Corporation’s Inter-Faith Service MYPART Ironman Contest MYPART Concert MYPART Graduation and Inter-Faith Service 6.2 NESC Charity Fund Initiatives 6.3 6.4 Summary of NESC’s Internal Teambuilding Activities Strategic Partnerships 7.0 CONCLUSION 34 34 35 36 38-39 40 40 40 41 41 41 42 42 43 43-44 45 45 45 46 46 46 47 47 48 48 49 49 50 50 51 51 52 52 53 53-54 55 56 57 Page 3 of 58 TABLE NUMBER DESCRIPTOR PAGE LIST OF TABLES Table 1 The Past and Present Vision & Mission Statements Table 2 Board of Governors Table 3 Key Contact Personnel Table 4 Campus Locations and Students Enrolled 2015 - 2016 Table 5 Graduates for the period 2015 - 2016 Table 6 Student Enrolment for the Academic Year 2015 - 2016 Table 7 NESC Self - Study Schedule of Activities Table 8 Delegated Authority Table 9 Reporting Functions of the NESC Table 10 Recurrent & Stipend Funding and Related Expenditure for the period 2015 - 2016 Table 10.1 Recurrent & Stipend Funding for the period 2015 - 2016 Table 11 NESC’s Actual PSIP Expenditure versus Budget for the period 2015 - 2016 Table
 12 Categories of Employees LIST OF FIGURES FIGURE NUMBER DESCRIPTOR Figure 1 NESC’s Goals Figure 2 Organization Structure 2015 - 2016 7 11 14 15 16 17 30 32 33 36 37 39 41 PAGE 7 13 Page 4 of 58 1.0 ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILE 1.1 INTRODUCTION The National Energy Skills Center (NESC) is a non-profit institution incorporated on July 15, 1997 with the primary purpose of building the human capital in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.
The NESC had its genesis in a Trust Deed between the Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago (GoRTT) and the Atlantic LNG Company Limited.

NESC was created to address the demand for skilled personnel to work on the Atlantic LNG, Train 1 Project and its first campus was established in Mahaica Point Fortin.

It was envisaged as the solution to the need for a premier training provider to lead national training initiatives.
This vision was based on the projected demands for certified craftsmen, arising out of the growth in the energy sector and consequently, the construction and related industries.

The NESC falls within the purview of the Ministry of Education (MoE), which in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance under the GoRTT Public Sector Investment Programme (PSIP) allocates funding to NESC’s projects.
Since its inception in 1997, NESC has focused on:  Establishing modern training facilities throughout Trinidad and Tobago.
 Introducing advanced level skills training programmes which meet and exceed local and international accreditation and certification requirements;  Developing curricula that incorporate local and international industry best practices;  Employing experienced and qualified staff who strive to fulfil the mandate of the foundation and to satisfy all stakeholders, holistic development of trainees and apprentices through intervention by instructors and by actively seeking to place graduates into long-term sustainable jobs in industry.
Page 5 of 58 1.2 MANDATE The mandate of the NESC is to promote the advancement of education to the members of the public in skills and technology, requisite for the needs and development of energy and energy-related industries and the industrial sector by offering the following: I.

Training modelled around the skills expectations of plants in the energy sector and other industries; II.
Apprenticeship programmes leading to journeyman certification and licensing that is aligned with the National Apprenticeship System (NAS); III.

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) training across Trinidad and Tobago; IV.

Training opportunities to the Caribbean Vocational Qualifications (CVQ) participating member countries of the region.
1.3 VISION and MISSION In 2015, NESC’s Vision and Mission Statements were reviewed in response to the demands of the tertiary level sector environment and the need to support the Vision of the Government of Trinidad and Tobago (GoRTT) through the Ministry of Education (MoE), with regard to tertiary education.

The vision of the GoRTT and the MoE is to “enhance the quality of life for all citizens through increased access to quality post- secondary education”.
The new Mission Statement was approved by the Executive Management Team of the NESC in January 2016.

Table 1 shows former and present vision and mission statements.

Page 6 of 58 Table 1 – The Past and Present Vision and Mission Statements.

PERIOD VISION STATEMENT MISSION STATEMENT To be recognized as the premier provider of 1997 - 2015 quality skills training and a powerful force in To lead in the attainment of the transformation of the nation’s human national development goals capital.
through the provision of To be the premier technical training provider extraordinary skills training in the development of a competent, services.

2015 - 2025 innovative and entrepreneurial workforce by transforming human capital through the application of advanced experiential learning methodologies.
1.4 GOALS The goals of the NESC as outlined in the Strategic Plan for the period 2015 – 2025 are as follows: Figure 1: NESC’s Goals Page 7 of 58 1.5 MOTTO The NESC’s motto is “100% successful trainees successfully placed in industry”.

1.6 VALUE PROPOSITION NESC continues to provide the energy and energy related sector in T&T with a pool of well-trained, diversified and skilled local human resource that meets industry needs.
Our core values are reflected below: C R E D I T  Commitment - Deep devotion, commitment and pride in all that makes up the NESC (Our People, and Our Programmes).

 Respect - Consideration for the property, privacy, physical space, points of view and beliefs of others.

We treat everyone with dignity while at the NESC we uphold the rules, procedures and policies of the organization.

 Excellence - Excellence through quality which surpasses ordinary standards.
An attitude of doing things right the first time, every time.

 Discipline - We commit to upholding the established organizational parameters in our efforts to positively contribute, uplift and sustain our business functions  Integrity - Business is carried out with honesty, integrity and due diligence.

We honour commitments and are accountable for our actions, and follow through on promises and agreements  Teamwork - We believe in the TEAM - Together We Achieve More.
We share our individual (skills) talents to achieve our common targets and deliverables Page 8 of 58 1.7 QUALITY POLICY The management and staff of the NESC is committed to identifying, meeting and exceeding the needs of all stakeholders by continually improving its teaching and learning processes, facilities and support services.
We will be guided by the principles of a Quality Management System (QMS) that empowers all employees to attain service excellence through proactive participation and continuous improvement.

1.8 HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY The management of NESC is committed to the diligent management of its occupational health, safety and environmental systems while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and legislation.
The NESC also recognizes its responsibilities for the health and safety of all stakeholders and will provide the necessary information, training and supervision to ensure that this policy is properly implemented and maintained.

Page 9 of 58 Page 10 of 58 2.0 ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE 2.1 GOVERNANCE AND CORPORATE STRUCTURE The affairs of the NESC are governed by the Board of Governors comprising the following duly appointed representatives.

Table 2 – Board of Governors NO.
BOARD REPRESENTATIVES Chairman Minister of Energy and Energy Affairs Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Energy and Energy Affairs Ansa Mc Al Limited Atlantic BHP Billiton Methanex Trinidad Limited Methanol Holdings Trinidad Limited National Gas Company of Trinidad and Tobago Neal and Massy Holdings Limited (Massy) PCS Nitrogen Trinidad Limited PETROTRIN Power Generation Company of Trinidad and Tobago SM Jaleel and Company Limited Page 11 of 58 In accordance to the NESC’s by-laws, the Board of Governors appointed the following Sub-Committees from amongst its members and has delegated part of its duties and powers to these committees as follows: o Audit Sub-Committee o Finance and General Purposes Sub-Committee o Human Resource Sub-Committee o Tenders and Awards Sub-Committee o Training and Development Sub-Committee 2.2 MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE Guided by its mandate and the proposed re-introduction of the Caribbean Vocational Qualifications (CVQ) Level III programmes, the NESC augmented its establishment and organizational structure.
The structure sought to fill gaps identified in the current structure, and align key portfolios and nomenclature with that of leading training institutions.

Some of the changes included the introduction of:  Professional faculty to deliver the enhanced curricula and  Units to take up the additional responsibilities created by the additional technology level of the training.

Page 12 of 58 Figure 2: Organization Structure 2015 - 2016.
The following are the departments within the NESC:  Finance o Materials o Finance  Office of the Dean o Health Safety Security and the Environment o Information and Communication Technology  Office of the Registrar  Office of the President o Business Development o Corporate Communications o Human Resource o MYPART / WA-NEET Page 13 of 58 2.3 KEY CONTACT PERSONNEL The following table shows NESC’s key contact personnel at its Head Office Table 3 – NESC’s Key Contact Personnel NAME POSITION TITLE Mr. Kern Dass Mr. Rafael Mohammed President Registrar Mrs. Aline Jones-Mc Lean Vice President - Finance Mr. Bhadase Seetahal-Maraj Dean Mrs. Debra Barnes-Lewis Manager – Corporate Communications and Marketing Mrs. Lisa Joseph Manager – Business Development Ms. Natasha Millington Human Resource Manager Mr. Adrian Mohammed ICT Manager Mr. Solomon Mayers Manager – Point Lisas Industrial Apprenticeship Programme (PLIAP) Ms Indra Ramroop Manager, Student Affairs Mr Terrance Manwah Manager, Quality Assurance and Curriculum Development Mr Perry Bowen H.S.S.E.
Manager Mr. Ken Ramnarine Mr. Rudolph Mannie Programme Manager - Workforce Assessment Programme Manager, Military Youth Programme of Apprenticeship and Reorientation Training (MYPART) EMAIL AND CONTACT INFORMATION kdass@nesc.edu.tt (T) 636 8315 ext.

305 (F) 636 8542 rmohammed@nesc.edu.tt (T) 636 8315 ext.

308 (F) 636 8542 amclean@nesc.edu.tt (T) 636 8315 ext.

320 (F) 636 8542 bmaraj@nesc.edu.tt (T) 636 8315 ext.

319 (F) 636 8542 dlewis@nesc.edu.tt (T) 636 8315 ext.
377 (F) 636 8542 ljoseph@nesc.edu.tt (T) 636 8315 ext.

317 (F) 636 8542 nmillington@nesctt.org (T) 636 8315 ext.

303 (F) 636 8542 amohammed@nesc.edu.tt (T) 636 8315 ext.

306 (F) 636 8542 smayers@nesc.edu.tt (T) 636 8315 ext.

439 (F) 636 8542 iramroop@nesc.edu.tt (T) 636 8315 ext.

441 (F) 636 8542 tmanwah@nesc.edu.tt (T) 636 8315 ext.

441 (F) 636 8542 pbowen@nesc.edu.tt (T) 636 8315 ext.

366 (F) 636 8542 kenramnarine@hotmail.com (T) 223 1955 rmannie@nesc.edu.tt (T) 636 8315 ext.
437 (F) 636 8542 Page 14 of 58 2.4 CAMPUS LOCATIONS The NESC has twelve (12) campus locations and NESC Drilling Academy in Trinidad and Tobago Table 4 – Campus Locations and Students Enrolled 2015 - 2016 Campus Address Telephone Students Enrolled Debe S.S. Erin Road, Debe 647-8810 Drilling Academy Manahambre Road, Ste.
Madeleine 289-2487 Goldsborough Cow Farm Road, Goldsborough, Tobago 660-5700 La Brea Vessigny Village, La Brea Laventille Eastern Main Road, Laventille Mayaro Moruga Plaisance Road, Mayaro Basse Terre, Moruga Palo Seco S. S. Erin Road, Palo Seco Point Fortin Point Lisas Cor.

Richardson and Volunteer Roads, Point Fortin Cor.

Rivulet and Southern Main Roads, Couva 651-1952 625-1240 630-1537 656-4049 288-5071 648-2575 636-8315 Ste.

Madeleine Manahambre Road, Ste.


Madeleine 289-0254 Woodford Lodge Factory Road, Chaguanas 315-6481 TOTAL ENROLLMENT 131 136 47 88 157 117 68 52 166 526 239 164 1891 Page 15 of 58 2.5 GRADUATES AND PROGRESSING STUDENTS FOR THE PERIOD 2015 - 2016 The table below shows the number of NESC graduates and Progressing Students for the period 2015 - 2016.
Table 5 - Number of Graduates and Progressing Students for the period 2015 – 2016 g n i l l i r D y m e d a c A l - Campus/Course Advanced Welding Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Automotive Services Tech.

Yr. 2 Autotronics Heavy Equipment Tech.

Yr. 2 Construction Craft Drilling Rig Mechanic Drilling Rig Tech.

Yr. 2 Heavy Equipment Operator Industrial Electrical Installation Industrial Mech.
Maintenance Yr. 2 e b e D - - - 40 - - - - - - - Information Technology Specialist 13 Instrumentation Yr. 2 Machine Shop Microsoft Office Specialist Pipefitting & Fabrication Shielded Metal Arc Welding Sound Recording and Music Prod.

- - 40 - - - - - - - - - 14 51 - - - - - - - - - - - 3 - - - - - - - 8 - - - - - - 7 - - - - - - - - - - 13 10 - - - 3 11 9 - Total Graduates 93 65 18 46 Automotive Services Tech.

Yr. 1 Heavy Equipment Tech.

Yr. 1 Industrial Mech.
Maintenance Yr. 1 Instrumentation Yr. 1 Total Progressed To Year 2 - - - - 0 - - - - 0 9 - - - 9 - - 1 - 1 - 8 8 6 - - - - - 16 - - - - 8 - - 12 58 9 - - - 9 a g u r o M 12 - - - - - - - - - - - - - o c e S o a P l - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10 8 10 - 7 15 13 - n i t r o F t n o P i 19 - - - - - - - - 28 - - - - 11 16 18 4 s a s i L i t n o P 37 22 6 - 13 14 - - - 38 17 10 14 17 11 11 43 16 l i e n e e d a M e t S - 9 6 - - - - - - 50 - 14 - - 12 22 25 - d r o f d o o W e g d o L - - 4 8 - - - - 60 - - 8 - - s e t a u d a r G 68 42 24 54 13 14 14 51 60 171 37 45 14 17 12 127 - - - 99 138 32 - - - - - - - - - 18 10 - - - 13 16 13 - 70 40 35 96 269 138 92 1020 - - 15 - 15 - - - - 0 - - - - 0 - - - - 0 8 15 14 16 53 8 - - - 8 9 - - 9 43 15 30 16 104 Page 16 of 58 2.6 PROGRAMME OFFERING AND STUDENT ENROLMENT The table below shows the student enrolment for the Academic Year 2015 - 2016.
Table 6 – Student Enrolment for the Academic Year 2015 - 2016 Campus s a s i L i t n o P e t S l i e n e e d a M Courses Advanced Welding Air Condition & Refrigeration Automotive Service Tech.

Yr. 1 Automotive Service Tech.

Yr. 2 Autotronics Construction Craft Drilling Rig Mech.

Drilling Rig Technician Yr.2 Heavy Equipment Operator Heavy Equipment Tech.

Yr. 1 Heavy Equipment Tech.

Yr. 2 Industrial Electrical Installation Industrial Mechanical Maintenance Yr. 1 Industrial Mech.

Main.

.Yr.
Main.

.Yr.

2 Instrumentation Yr. 1 Instrumentation Yr. 2 IT Specialist Microsoft Office Specialist Machine Shop Pipefitting and Fabrication Shielded Metal Arc Welding Sound Recording Music Prod.
d r o f d o o W e g d o L 0 0 20 18 16 0 0 0 74 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 18 18 0 0 0 0 n i t r o F t n o P i 24 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 40 0 17 0 0 0 19 0 21 30 15 Total 526 239 164 166 o c e S o a P l a e r B a L a g u r o M o r a y a M Enrolled e l l i t n e v a L 0 17 20 41 17 0 0 0 0 0 0 h g u o r o b s d o G l Page 17 of 58 2.7 SPECIAL PROJECTS NESC Graduation Ceremony On October 7, 2015, NESC celebrated the success of nine hundred and seventy-five (975) Graduates.
With such a large number of graduates NESC hosted two ceremonies.

The graduates of the Debe, Laventille, Woodford Lodge and Point Lisas Campuses were hosted in the morning period and the graduates of the La Brea, Tobago, Mayaro, Moruga, Palo Seco, Point Fortin and Ste.

Madeleine Campuses attended the afternoon sessions of graduation.
The Feature Addresses were delivered by Dr. the Honourable Lovell Francis, Minister of State in the Ministry of Education and Mr. Hayden Ferreira, Engineering Consultant, respectively.

Congratulations Graduating Class of 2015!

New Point Lisas Industrial Apprentices Programme (PLIAP) Intake On October 13, 2015, the Point Lisas Industrial Apprentices Programme (PLIAP) welcomed a new group of thirty-three (33) apprentices (Cycle 5) into the programme.
As part of their orientation, the Management and Staff of the PLIAP department shared words of wisdom with the trainees and provided them with information on general administrative matters relevant to PLIAP as well as the NESC’s expectations of them throughout the programme.

Page 18 of 58 Nigerian Trainees Graduate On November 3, 2015, NESC hosted a Graduation Ceremony for the 2015 Cohort of Trainees from Delta State, Nigeria.
A total of sixty (60) graduates successfully completed training in Drilling Rig Operations and Shielded Metal Arc Welding at the Drilling Academy and Point Lisas Campus respectively.

The graduates were addressed by Ms Ladi Franklin, Administrator of the Delta State Youth Empowerment Programme and Mr. Bhadase Seetahal-Maraj, Dean of the NESC.

Valedictorian, Ifeanyi Ozeh, spoke on behalf of his Drilling Operations classmates and the entire 2015 cohort, sharing his memorable experiences at NESC.
Supervisory Skills Training Managers and Supervisors of the NESC attended the ‘Supervisory Skills Training for First Line Supervisors / Managers’ programme.

It was conducted by the Employers Solution Center at the NESC Ste.

Madeleine Campus held on November 19 – 30, 2015, and with a follow-up phase 2 session conducted in June 2016.

The informative, introspective and highly interactive sessions covered areas of leadership, coaching, disciplining and good industrial relations practice.
The training was arranged by the Human Resources Department and is part of an on-going programme of employee development and training.

Page 19 of 58 A Visit to Red Deer College in Canada NESC’s President - Mr. Kern Dass, Dean – Mr. Bhadase Seetahal-Maraj and Registrar – Mr. Rafael Mohammed, visited Canadian Institutions, Red Deer College (RDC) and the Alberta Institute of Technology (AIT) during the period November 22 – 28, 2015.
The objective was to facilitate discussions on matters related to curriculum development and expansion, innovations in course delivery, new examination techniques and greater access to Canadian based certification for NESC’s Graduates.

One of the highlights of the visit was the signing of a MoU between the NESC and Red Deer College for the development of curricula of NESC’s Apprenticeship Programmes.
Assessment of Weldfab employees In December 2015, the NESC partnered with Weldfab Limited to assess over three hundred (300) persons in the Pipe Fitting-Level II at the Point Lisas Campus.

The Assessments took place in the months of December 2015 and January 2016.
This exercise was undertaken by NESC’s Trained Internal Assessors using the Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) in which an individual’s skills are assessed and recognized to determine the equivalency and articulation within the regional competency standards.

Page 20 of 58 Training for Student Council Executives On December 21, 2015, the Student Affairs Department of the NESC hosted a special training session at the Ste.

Madeleine Campus for the Executives of the various Student Councils.
Informative presentations dealt with topics such as Leadership/Conflict Resolution, Communication Skills and Event Management respectively.

Energy Conference 2016 The National Energy Skills Center participated in the Energy Chamber’s Annual Trinidad and Tobago Energy Conference on January 18 – 20, 2016 at the Hyatt Regency, Port-of-Spain.

This is the premier Energy Conference in the Caribbean that promotes vigorous debate and discussion among leaders of industry, government and academia.
Delegates from foreign countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Suriname, China and Guyana were among the participants in this year’s conference.

Employees of the Business Development Department competently represented the NESC by promoting customized training programmes and other offerings of the NESC.
They aimed for industry networking, seizing the opportunity to engage senior decision makers in the industry including the CEOs, supply chain, finance and operations Managers of the major upstream, midstream, and downstream operator companies in Trinidad and Tobago.

Page 21 of 58 NESC Participated In Career Building Event - Maximising Your Potential On January 9, 2016, the UTT in collaboration with various Ministries of Government hosted a career guidance event titled “Maximising Your Potential”.
The National Energy Skills Center was represented by Ms. Erica Edwards and Mr. Sashi Maharaj, Student Affairs Officers from Laventille and Woodford Lodge, respectively.

Ms. Edwards and Mr. Maharaj were responsible for a trainee recruitment booth and were available to answer questions from potential trainees and other interested persons.

The NESC, along with other institutions such as UTT and YTEPP, took part in this career seminar which involved over three hundred and fifty (350) persons.
MoU Signing With BGTT On January 27, 2016, the NESC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with BG Trinidad and Tobago (BGTT).

This partnership will facilitate: • Annual research on industry challenges, information and technical or business opinions on topics within the scope, interest, expertise and capacity of both parties.

• The creation of opportunities for internships and apprenticeships for NESC’s trainees.
• The creation of an environment to objectively test, evaluate and report on new research and technologies.

• Technology transfer, business development and enhanced visibility of both Parties.

Page 22 of 58 Training for NESC Instructors From February 10 – 12, 2016 instructors of the NESC participated in training covering critical areas such as Teaching and Learning, the Learning Environment, Clinical Supervision and Campus Management.
Participants had the opportunity to revise their teaching methods, learn the proper approach to utilization of resources and formulate strategies for improved performance.

ISO Surveillance Audit at the NESC The National Energy Skills Center received ISO 9001:2008 certification in 2011 under the certification body DQS GmbH of Germany.

To maintain certification, DQS GmbH is required to conduct an annual assessment of the NESC’s Quality Management System.
Ms. Jeanette Garcia Vazquez, DQS’s Lead Auditor, conducted a surveillance audit of selected operations of the NESC campus during the period March 7–11, 2016.

The System Analysis included various departments of NESC’s Head Office as well the Mayaro, Ste.

Madeleine, Point Lisas and Drilling Academy Campuses.

The NESC received four (4) minor non- conformances and retained certification as an ISO certified organization.
Page 23 of 58 NESC Participates In Job Exposition The NESC, along with over sixty (60) companies, participated in the Ministry of Labour and Small Enterprise Development’s Empowerment and Job Exposition: "Turning Adversity into Opportunity” on April 5, 2016 at the NESC, Point Lisas Campus.

The NESC provided information on its part-time courses, full-time programmes and its Workforce Assessment Services.
The event was part of the Ministry’s ten-point-plan to combat layoffs during challenging economic times.

Sharing Information with Staff On April 13, 2016, the Office of the Dean held an Information Session on NESC’s Academic Year 2016 - 2017 for the employees of the Students Affairs Department, the Office of the Registrar and the Marketing and Corporate Communications Department.
In addition to preparing for a new intake of full-time trainees in September, the NESC is also reintroducing part-time training and amending its curricula.

Information on the changes which have been implemented were addressed and clarification was given on matters related to the new programmes.
Page 24 of 58 MoU Signing With Energy Chamber On May 23 2016, the National Energy Skills Center (NESC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Energy Chamber of Trinidad and Tobago, to collaboratively address the skills development needs of persons in the energy sector who may be without formal training or qualifications.
The NESC and the Chamber will provide an approach to the measurement of their existing skills, using the technology and Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) process of the Workforce Assessment Centers.

This partnership with the Energy Chamber strengthens the NESC’s commitment to building and strengthening affiliations with industry.
Head Office Awareness Session On June 27, 2016, the Executive Team hosted an awareness session for the staff of the Head Office in response to an expressed interest in clarifying details of NESC’s enhanced programme suite.

NESC’s plans and upcoming changes were explained and issues regarding Human Resource and Financial matters were addressed and clarified.

Page 25 of 58 NESC Jobs Fair/Skills Day The NESC hosted its Annual Jobs Fair and Trainee Skills Day at the NESC Point Lisas, Campus on July 1, 2016.
The NESC Skills Day highlighted and showcased the talents of NESC’s trainees through skills displays, skills competitions, quizzes, public speaking, dance pass and a sound clash.

The Jobs Fair component of the event introduced the trainees to scores of potential employers, who had the opportunity to promote their organizations as preferred employers and interviewed prospective NESC graduates.
Over sixty (60) employers attended the Jobs Fair and were provided the opportunities to interact with NESC’s trainees, many of whom would have expectantly entered the job market.

Talks Begin on Training of Uganda’s nationals On July 4, 2016, NESC’s President, the Registrar and the Manager of Business Development met with Ms. Coliss Jack, Consultant and Mr. Patrick Edwards, former Ambassador of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago to the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Uganda and the African Union.
The parties discussed opportunities for skills training of approximately 250 - 300 Ugandan nationals in the areas of Construction Craft, Electrical, Welding and Oil and Gas.

Page 26 of 58 The deliberations also focused on short-term and long-term plans between the two (2) countries such as sending NESC instructors to Uganda to conduct short programmes, having Ugandans undertake NESC advanced training.
NESC Partners With East Port-of-Spain Development Company On August 12, 2016 officials of the East Port of Spain Development Company (EPOS) and representatives of the NESC’s management team met to formalise a partnership between the two (2) organisations.

The EPOS and NESC are collaborating to create a special training programme as part of EPOS ’‘Creating the Beats” initiative.
The programme targets participants, from communities in Beetham Gardens Phase V, Sea Lots, Pioneer Drive and Basilon Street and will provide the fundamentals of building beats and musical tracks using the ‘Reason Software’.

The training will act as a foundation for future producers, artistes and/or song writers interested in the music industry in these areas.
Page 27 of 58 PTSC/NESC Trade School Graduation On August 19, 2016, the Ministry of Works and Transport hosted a graduation ceremony for the first cohort of twenty-three (23) graduates of the PTSC/NESC Apprenticeship Training Programme.

The graduation was the culmination of an apprenticeship programme jointly launched by the PTSC, NESC and the NTA in 2013.
The NESC was responsible for developing the curriculum and providing qualified instructors and course- ware while PTSC provided participants with practical, hands-on training, from the organisation’s qualified and experienced technicians, facilities, equipment, and tools during the training programme.
Page 28 of 58 HR hosts Financial Literary and Self-Empowerment Seminars On August 24, 2016, the Human Resource Department of the NESC hosted an information sharing session entitled “Empowering you….safeguarding your future.” A series of seminars was held throughout the day to assist staff to more effectively manage their families’ financial security.

These seminars were: 1.

“Financial Planning for You and Your Family’s Future” presented by the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago (CBTT), 2.
“Knowing and effectively using your Medical and Life Plan Benefits” by Sagicor Life Inc. and Dalian 3.

“Steps to putting your Affairs in Order” presented by Attorney Mr. K. Neebar.
As a follow up to this informative session, on August 29, 2016 the HR Department arranged a day of activities “Safeguarding your Future: Looking in and Reflecting Out.” It consisted of a Financial Fair to which Banking Institutions, Credit Unions and Insurance Companies were invited to set up Information Booths to share details of their products with staff.
Employees had the opportunity to be informed of the various investment and saving options available to them locally from the representative from Central Bank.

Presentations from Petrotrin Employee Assistance Programme Services Limited (PEAPSL) were also made on employee/employer relationships, the development of a positive outlook and attitude and reminders of image management and work place attire.
Page 29 of 58 2.8 ACTT ACCREDITATION The NESC remains committed to continuous improvement and the delivery of quality training delivery and other services to its students and stakeholders.

Having attained ACTT Registration Status in March 2015, the NESC aims to become ACTT Accredited by October 2017.
During the period October 2015 – September 2016, a number of activities were undertaking leading towards the attainment of the critical milestone of accreditation: Table 7 – NESC Self - Study Schedule of Activities Activity Dates Appointment of Self Study Co-ordinator December 2015 Appointment of Steering Committee and Self Study Team Members Training of Department Heads and January 2016 representatives of NESC’s Campuses on January 27 – 29, 2016 ACTT Accreditation Submission of Self Study Plan to ACTT March 2016 Engagement of a consultant to assist in the preparation of the Self Study Report July 2016 Collection of relevant documentation and Evidence and Analysis of the extent to which NESC is meeting the various ACTT Standards July 2016 – September 2016 (ongoing) Page 30 of 58 The ACTT has granted approval for the NESC to offer the following renamed, and where applicable revised programme offerings from September 27, 2016 to March 18, 2018:  Diploma Drilling Rig Operations  Diploma Automotive Services  Diploma Heavy Equipment  Diploma Instrumentation  Diploma Millwright  Diploma Welder(SMAW, GTAW, FCAW)  Diploma Building Trades  Diploma Electrician  Diploma Refrigeration and Air Condition  Diploma Fabricator – Boilermaker  Diploma Information Technology Network Specialist.
2.9 LEGISLATIVE AND REGULATORY FRAMEWORK The NESC is a non-profit organization established on July 15, 1997 under the Companies Act 1995 in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.

NESC serves as an autonomous training provider within the energy and energy related industries.

2.9.1 Delegated Authority The table 8 summarizes the levels for approval of expenditure within the NESC.
Page 31 of 58 Description Budgets (Capital and Operating): Non Budgeted Expenditure: Budget Re- allocations: Approved Capital Expenditure: Approved Operating Table 8 –Delegated Authority Managers, Divisional Managers, President and Board of Governors.

The President is authorized to approve non-budgeted expenditure up to $250,000.00 to a total of $1,000,000.00 in aggregate.

The President may appeal to the Board if the aggregate is likely to be exceeded prior to the end of the financial year.
All other non-budgeted expenditure shall be approved by the Board.

The President is authorized to approve Budget Re-allocations up to $250,000.00.

Budget re- allocations in excess of $250,000.00 shall be approved by the Board.

Once approved in the Budget all capital expenditure shall be authorized by the President.
Once approved in the Budget the authority limits for operating expenditure are as follows : PRESIDENT- All expenditure in excess of $500,000.00 Divisional Managers - $25,000.00 Expenditure: Line Managers - $10,000.00 Skills & Technology Centre Coordinators - $1,000.00 *Officers - $500.00 Lease / Contracts: Credit Facilities: Leases and Contracts of a value up to $500,000.00 shall be approved by the President.
Leases and Contracts in excess of $500,000.00 up to $2,500,000.00 shall be approved by the Board Tender and Awards Committee.

Leases and Contracts in excess of $2,500,000.00 shall be approved by the Board.

Credit Facilities up to $250,000 shall be recommended by the Divisional Manager Corporate Services, and approved by the President.

Credit Facilities over $250,000 shall be recommended by the President and approved by the Board.
Receivables: Bad Debt Provisions Write-off up to $250,000.00 to be approved by the President.

In excess of $250,000.00 to be approved by the Board.
*With the exception of Officers Delegated specific authority in writing by the President of the NESC Page 32 of 58 2.9.2 Reporting Functions The reporting functions of the NESC are detailed in the table below: Table 9 – Reporting Functions of the NESC Reports Annual Administrative Reports Annual Financial Reports Annual Operating Budgets Bi-Annual Reports on National Performance Framework Board Meeting Reports Monthly Financial Status Reports Monthly Public Sector Investment Programme (PSIP) Reports Monthly Request for Recurrent Funding Social Sector Investment Programme Reports Strategic Plan d n a d r a o B b u S s e e t t i m m o C √ √ √ √ √ i r e t s i n M e n L i ) E o M ( √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ Page 33 of 58 3.0 FINANCIAL OPERATIONS 3.1 BUDGET FORMULATION The NESC is funded through contributions from its members.
The NESC also receives funding from the Government through recurrent subventions and Public Sector Investment Programme (PSIP) for special projects and programmes.

The Finance Department of the NESC provides for the effective management of all financial and accounting operations.
At the beginning of the budgetary cycle, draft estimates of income, recurrent and capital expenditure aligned to the NESC’s strategic plan are prepared in accordance with the format outlined in the Ministry of Finance and the Economy’s Call Circular document.

These estimates take account of the NESC’s core functions, projects/programmes, infrastructure and human resources needs as these relate to short, medium and long-term goals.
Estimates are forwarded through the President of the NESC for the approval of the Board of Governors, subsequent to which they are forwarded to the Permanent Secretary, MoE.

The Ministry in collaboration with the NESC reviews the estimates and then forwards the estimates for the consideration of the Ministry of Finance and the Economy (Budget Division) and the Ministry of Planning and Sustainable Development.
Further to the receipt of budgetary allocations, the NESC is normally required to re-prioritize projects/programmes, in accordance with specified allocations.

GoRTT Funding Submissions & Allocations The total Recurrent & Stipend Request for funding from the line Ministry for 2015/2016 was $169,822,528.00 inclusive of $11,695,378.00 for the proposed two new campuses to be established at La Horquetta and Siparia (re: Stipend request totalled $35,454,800.00 and Recurrent Request $134,367,728.00).
The total releases for Recurrent and Stipend funding for period was $99,872,806 (re: Recurrent Funding release totalled $85,073,059, and Stipend funding released was $14,799,747).

Page 34 of 58 The total PSIP Request for funding for 2015/2016 was $131,082,225.00 inclusive of $45,300,000.00 for the proposed La Horquetta and Siparia campuses.

However, the PSIP funds released in 2015/2016 was $9,278,348.00 with no funds being released for the proposed new campuses of La Horquetta and Siparia.
3.2 INCOME The Interim Income Statement for the year ended September 30, 2016 is shown below: (Financial External Audit will commence in March 2017 for the 2015/2016 financial period) Income INTERIM INCOME STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2016 September 30, 2016 $ Operating Contributions and donations GoRTT *$ 85,073,059 Atlantic LNG, Methanol Holdings & Other Operating Contributions $ 3,438,842 Capital Grants Released Tuition Fees Investment Income Other Income Total Income $ $ $ $ $ 14,202,081 31,233,340 1,652,058 4,489,205 140,088,585 NOTE: Stipend funding is not included in the NESC’s Operating Contribution.
*GoRTT Operating Contributions and Donations of $85,073,059 listed in the above Interim Income Statement does not include stipend funding of $14,799,747 since stipend funds received from the Ministry is held in a liability account for disbursement to students as per their attendance record over the stated period - (See table 10 for the GoRTT Recurrent and Stipend Funding Schedule for 2015/2016).
Page 35 of 58 3.3 RECURRENT EXPENDITURE: Table 10 – Recurrent & Stipend Funding/Expenditure for the period 2015 - 2016 Sub-Head Allocated – Expenditure – Funds Actual TT$ TT$ Variances TT$ Personnel Expenditure 26,693,640 35,079,961 (8,386,321) Goods, Services and Other Expenses Stipends Recurrent & Stipend Expenditure 28,832,693 28,890,856 (58,163) 12,053,227 12,053,227 - – NESC, Laventille, WAC-NEET & 67,579,560 76,024,044 (8,444,484) TechnoKids PLIAP Recurrent 10,607,900 10,093,861 514,039 Drilling School Recurrent 3,720,000 3,595,330 124,670 WLodge Recurrent & Stipend 4,185,000 4,784,549 (599,549) MYPART Recurrent & Stipend 13,780,346 14,031,594 (251,248) Grand Total Recurrent & Stipend 99,872,806 108,529,378 (8,656,572) Variances: Stipend is a GoRTT initiative administered on their behalf by the NESC.
It is not an NESC expenditure.

Stipend expenditure included in the table is $14,799,747 (see Table 10.1 for details).

It should be noted, as well, that the GoRTT historically does not fund the entire recurrent budget of the National Energy Skills Center.
The deficit in funding of ($8,656,572) in 2015/2016 was covered by income derived through the recurrent contribution received from Atlantic LNG and Methanol Holding, rental income, withdrawal of investments funds, investments interest and Business Development Revenue Page 36 of 58 Table 10.1 – Recurrent & Stipend Funding For the Period 2015-2016 Funds Released Location by GoRTT for Stipend TOTAL GoRTT Funds Released by GoRTT Funds Released for for Contributions/Income Recurrent & Stipend NESC/Laventille/ WAC-NEET/ TechnoKids Chaguanas Technology $12,053,227 $ 55,526,333 $ 67,579,560 $ 1,361,880 $ 2,823,120 $ 4,185,000 Drilling Academy - $ 3,720,000 $ 3,720,000 MYPART PLIAP $ 1,384,640 $ 12,395,706 $ 13,780,346 - $ 10,607,900 $ 10,607,900 TOTAL $14,799,747 $ 85,073,059 $ 99,872,806 The releases for 2015/2016 for recurrent and stipend funding was $99.872m whereas in the previous year it was $90.768m which resulted in an overall net increase in the recurrent funding of $9m for the organization.
The Workforce Assessment- NEET program was fully operational in 2014/2015 but funds to the value of $4.4m only commenced in 2015/2016 and is included in the $9m increase in funding received from the Ministry.

The MYPART and PLIAP programs received increased funding totalling $3.3m.

The other NESC campuses accounted for the additional $1.3m thereby making up the total increase of $9m.
Page 37 of 58 3.4 PUBLIC SECTOR INVESTMENT PROGRAM (PSIP): The Government of Trinidad and Tobago transforms its plans and policies into physical achievements using the Public Sector Investment Programme (PSIP).

The PSIP is a strategic budgeting and planning tool that allows for the prioritization and alignment of projects with national development objectives.

Under the PSIP the NESC is guided by the Ministry of Education’s (MoE) protocol and requirements.
PSIP estimates are submitted to the MoE based on NESC’s Board approval.

For that reason the funds allocated to NESC is distributed based on the priority of projects, however where necessary the NESC will re- prioritize projects/programmes, in accordance with levels of allocations received.

The total funding received under PSIP for fiscal 2015/2016 was $9,278,348.00.

NESC’s actual expenditure totalled $15,206,020.99.


The table 11 summarizes NESC’s PSIP expenditure for the period October 1, 2015 to September 30, 2016.

Page 38 of 58 Table 11 - NESC's Actual PSIP Expenditure versus Allocation For the Period October 1, 2015 to September 30, 2016 Project Name PSIP Allocation Actual Funds Received from MoE Actual Expenditure Variances J009 J010 Relocation of NESC's Head Office and the Brechin Castle Technology Centre Pt.

Fortin Tech.
Fortin Tech.

Centre - New Facilities and Upgrade of Existing Centre J012 Ste.
Madeleine Technology Centre J018 Expansion of Skills and Technology Centre in Moruga J019 Construction of a Drilling school J020 Construction of Hall of Residence for Trainees J021 Mayaro Skills and Technology Centre J022 Establishment of Workforce Assessment Centre in NESC J023 Upgrade of the NESC Laventille Skills & Technology Centre Upgrade of the NESC Skills & Technology Centre in Goldsborough, Tobago J024 La Brea Technology Centre J035 J039 Expansion of Programme at Palo Seco Centre J057 Chaguanas Technology Centre - WL J070 Upgrade and Expansion of the MYPART Programme TOTAL Note: 2,000,000.00 - 303,945.96 (303,945.96) 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 811,812.80 188,187.20 3,000,000.00 6,233,348.00 10,202,646.15 (3,969,298.15) 500,000.00 - 44,185.13 (44,185.13) 145,000.00 145,000.00 5,037.00 139,963.00 600,000.00 600,000.00 1,062,314.68 (462,314.68) 500,000.00 - 230,980.71 (230,980.71) 500,000.00 500,000.00 500,000.00 300,000.00 - - 500,000.00 300,000.00 500,000.00 500,000.00 2,195,083.56 (1,695,083.56) - - - - - - - 136,859.00 (136,859.00) 62,784.00 (62,784.00) 133,400.00 (133,400.00) 16,972.00 (16,972.00) 9,245,000.00 9,278,348.00 15,206,020.99 (5,927,672.99) Included in Actual Expenditure is Commitments for Tobago, Ste.
Madeleine and Point Fortin Campus Page 39 of 58 3.5 DEBT POLICY The NESC’s debt policy relates to all open accounts receivables with late or delinquent payment activity.

The purpose is to ensure that actions and methods for processing late or delinquent payments, provision for bad and doubtful accounts and write offs are handled in a timely and effective manner to ensure maximum collections and an optimum accounts receivable turnover ratio.
This procedure applies to the Accounts Receivable Section involved in the collection of past due accounts.

As far as it is required, the Business Development Department would be utilized to assist in the collection of debts.

Accountability for collection of all debts resides with the Accounts Receivable Section.

The Accounts Receivable Section also reviews records of its clients to determine the explanations for non-payment prior to commencing the collection process.
3.6 INVESTMENT POLICY NESC receives contributed capital from its industry partners.

The NESC manages the Trust Fund resulting from these contributions and the investment income generated therefore is a significant source of funds for the provision of training in meeting the Center’s Mission.

3.7 INTERNAL AUDIT FUNCTIONS The internal audit functions are carried out by one of the member companies of the Board of Governors - the National Gas Company of Trinidad and Tobago (NGC).
The Audit Sub Committee directly reports to the Board on audit matters.

Ernst and Young (E&Y) is the NESC’s Auditor for Finances.

Page 40 of 58 4.0 HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENTAL PLAN 4.1 ORGANIZATIONAL ESTABLISHMENT The NESC has a total of four hundred and eighty-one (481) employees, four (4) executive management, thirty (30) managers, forty-five (45) supervisors, one hundred and seventeen (117) instructors and two hundred and eighty-five (285) general support staff.
4.2 CATEGORIES OF EMPLOYEES The following table shows the breakdown of employees at the NESC: Table 12 - CATEGORIES OF EMPLOYEES CATEGORY EXECUTIVE MANAGERS SUPERVISORS INSTRUCTORS NESC MYPART WA-NEET PLIAP* TOTAL 4 - - - 4 21 7 1 1 30 41 1 2 1 45 GRAND TOTAL (481) 94 23 - - GENERAL / SUPPORT STAFF TOTAL 154 314 15 28 88 46 31 90 117 285 481 * PLIAP is a relevant and flexible craft apprenticeship programme built upon the existing technical vocational infrastructure and experiential opportunities in the energy, petrochemical, oil & gas, manufacturing and related industries.
Its general staff are the apprentices who are currently active within the various industries.

Page 41 of 58 4.3 CAREER PATH SYSTEMS NESC’s Career progression is determined primarily on position availability along with meritocracy.

The organization is systematically adjusting its performance evaluation, to be more structured to capture the continuous assessment of employees particularly with how their goals are aligned to the organization’s strategic objectives.
The career path plan is a critical factor in the employee’s development plan.

This is discussed at the beginning of the performance evaluation year where the supervisor and the employee plan developmental opportunities for the employee who would be tracked for effectiveness in the quarterly evaluations.

The career path takes into consideration, the employee’s personal and professional plans along with the quarterly/annual steps he/she will need to take to reach the desired destination.
These steps may include job promotions, lateral moves, inter-department transfers and relevant skill development through training, coaching and mentoring.

Given the current establishment of the NESC, it is cognizant upon the employee to actively pursue his/her career development by making use of the education assistance programme provided by the organization.
4.4 PERFORMANCE SYSTEMS It is the policy of the NESC to continually appraise and assess the performance of all employees in a way that allows their strengths and accomplishments to be recognised.

At the same time, the NESC will identify any weaknesses and will take corrective measures, where necessary, through the use of training programmes and/or employee counselling.
Performance appraisals are conducted at least once every twelve (12) months for all-permanent/full time staff and at least once during the probation.

However, appraisers evaluate their subordinates at regular intervals during the year, based on established performance standards and provide their employees with regular feedback about their performance.

The setting of standards are worked out between appraiser and appraisee and approved by the respective Manager/Supervisor.
The information contained in the performance evaluation documents and discussed during the appraisal interview shall be regarded and treated as confidential.

Page 42 of 58 4.5 PROMOTION SELECTION PROCEDURES It is the policy of the NESC to assist, encourage and train employees so that they may aim for the highest position within the Organisation.
All new and vacant positions are filled by individuals who are assessed to be capable of discharging the duties and responsibilities of the position to the required standard.

The NESC, may promote an employee to a higher position without advertising that position, if there is a suitable individual available within the company.

An employee will be considered suitable if he/she satisfies the criteria for promotion: 1.

2.

3.

4.

Qualification Potential i.e.

proven ability to perform at the higher level.


Experience General suitability, for example, professional attitude, communication skills, effectiveness in developing subordinates.

A deserving employee will not be denied promotion by reason of his/her excellence in the present job or the NESC’s inability to find a suitable replacement, although the timing of the promotion may have to take into account the effect on the NESC’s operation.
If suitable persons cannot be identified after conducting an extensive internal search on a company-wide basis, the Human Resource (HR) department would then proceed to make the necessary arrangements, to recruit from an external source.

External recruitment is approved by the President.


4.6 EMPLOYEE SUPPORT SERVICES NESC acknowledges that our most valuable resource is our human resources and sometimes personal problems, even when not related to the job, can have a damaging impact on the employee’s quality of life and the ability to perform his/her job.
The NESC provides an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) through the use of PETROTRIN’s EAP Services Limited to give employees and their families access to confidential and professional help.

Page 43 of 58 There are four (4) avenues by which persons enter the programme:  voluntary or self-referrals,   informal supervisory referrals, formal supervisory referrals,  mandatory referrals.
To access EAP, the employee or supervisor must contact either the Senior HR Officer or the HR Assistant advising of the need and once the arrangements have been made, the employee would be provided with the number to contact the EAP counsellor at Petrotrin to set up his/her appointment.

The NESC would cover the cost for the first three (3) visits for the employee who would need to make his/her own arrangements for any additional visits required.
Page 44 of 58 5.0 PROCUREMENT PROCEDURES NESC recognizes procurement as a core function which contributes directly to the effectiveness and efficiency of departments and personnel.
NESC’s procurement function is guided by its procurement policy through which the NESC expressly states its intention and commitment to: o Adhere to proper procurement principles and conform to Health, Safety and Environmental Standards and all relevant and applicable local and international Legislation, Regulations and Requirements.

o Abide by Generally Acceptable Accounting Principles.
o Develop, maintain and continuously improve its Procurement Processes to satisfy NESC’s Quality Management System requirements.

o Operate in accordance with the provisions outlined in the By Laws of the NESC as they relate to the procurement function.

5.1 OPEN TENDER Opening tendering is a process where invitations are issued through advertisements or other forms of public notice.
Open tendering shall be used in the following instances: o When the company’s list of registered contractors/vendors does not cater for a particular type of goods, works or services adequately.

o Where it is competitively more advantageous.

o Any other circumstances as directed by the President or Tender Evaluation and Awards Sub-Committee.
5.2 SELECTIVE TENDER In selective tendering, tenders are invited from NESC’s list of registered contractor/vendors, or where justified, contractors/vendors approved by the President.

The submission of completed bids in the selective tendering process is made directly to NESC’s Purchasing Department in the form prescribed in the invitation to bid.

For selective tendering a minimum number of three (3) invitees shall be set so as to allow adequate competition in the procurement process.
Page 45 of 58 6.0 PUBLIC AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS Drilling Academy Field Trips to Tucker Engineering On October 14, 2015, twenty-three (23) trainees of the NESC Drilling academy, accompanied by their instructor, visited the Tucker Energy Services Ltd. (TESL) San- Fernando Pumping Division.

They were given the opportunity to see various triplex and duplex pumps, cementing equipment and coil tubing equipment.

The tour was facilitated by Mr. Faraz Ali, Maintenance Planner and Scheduler at Tucker.
On October 29, 2015, the trainees also visited Tucker Treating Chemicals in Chaguaramas.

Mayaro Residents Graduate from Repsol Limited On February 17, 2016, a graduation ceremony was held at the NESC Mayaro Campus to recognize the success of thirty-nine (39) residents of the community, who completed customized courses in Building Construction Technology (BCT) and Entrepreneurial Skills.
The training was borne out of a partnership arrangement between Repsol Limited and the NESC, a relationship which began in 2007.

Page 46 of 58 Administrative Professionals Week The NESC joined the international community in recognizing the contribution and dedication of Administrative Professionals during the week of April 25, 2016.

On April 26, 2016 the Human Resource Department hosted a special day of activities for the administrative staff at the Ste.

Madeleine Campus Auditorium.


Sessions of personal reflection and self-evaluation were held and a workshop on Professional Development and Deportment was facilitated by Petrotrin’s EAP Department.

Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) Day April 29, 2016 was recognised internationally as World Day for Safety and Health at Work with this year’s theme being “Workplace Stress: a Collective Challenge”.
Throughout the week April 25 – 29, the NESC observed the occasion - each Campus in its own unique manner.

Activities included short programmes, information booths manned by relevant service providers, blood pressure and blood sugar testing and various forms of stress relief practices and methods.

Page 47 of 58 NESC Participates In the United Way ‘Day of Caring’ The NESC participated in the United Way Foundation’s ‘Day of Caring’ recognized locally on May 22, 2016.
The United Way Foundation is a non-profit agency which brings people together to help communities reach their full potential.

The NESC assisted a single- parent household from Mayaro that needed major repairs to their home.

Members of the NESC’s staff and student body from the Mayaro Campus volunteered their assistance in the renovating and refurbishing of the structure.
The members of Head Office presented the mother of the family with a hamper containing non-perishable food items, snacks and school supplies donated by employees of the NESC.

Although the official “Day of Caring” has ended, the NESC will remain partnered with the family to provide ongoing assistance.

Visiting Team from Turks and Caicos On October 21, 2015, the NESC, through NTA, hosted a group of educators from Turks and Caicos in Trinidad and Tobago as part of a study tour.
The objective of their visit to this country was to discuss strategies for expansion of TVET Training throughout their secondary and post – secondary education system.

Management and instructing staff responded to a number of questions, and shared the company’s experiences with the visitors who were given a tour of the Point Lisas Campus.
Page 48 of 58 Visit from delegation from Dominica On May 1, 2016, a delegation from Dominica visited the NESC, as part of a visit to Trinidad and Tobago to get a first-hand look at TVET Training.

The objective was to determine whether or not areas of training organization, execution and certification can be implemented in Dominica’s Secondary Schools.
Industrial Electrical Installation (IEI) Trainees Visit Petrotrin’s Guayaguayare Operations On June 24, 2016, the instructors and students of the Mayaro Campus’ IEI 2015/2016 class were invited to visit the Petrotrin beach field Guayaguayare operations, for a tour of the electrical department.
The tour provided an insight into the functions of electrical distribution systems of the oil production wells, lighting of the plant, transformers used in production, motors for drive systems, along with many other electrical related processes in the oil field.

The trainees also visited a pump jack to gain first-hand experience in observing the process by which crude oil is extracted from the earth.
Page 49 of 58 6.1 MILITARY-LED YOUTH PROGRAMME OF APPRENTICESHIP AND RE-ORIENTATION TRAINING (MYPART) New batch of (MYPART) Cadets On October 3, 2015, the MYPART welcomed forty- eight (48) new cadets.

Twenty-four (24) young men were assigned to each of the two operational camps at Chatham and Persto Praesto.

These Cadets were the 3rd batch of cadets enrolled in the programme since its transfer from the Ministry of National Security to the NESC in 2012.
On January 16, 2016, the Military- led Youth Programme of Apprenticeship and Re- orientation Training (MYPART) hosted a ‘Passing Out’ Ceremony to recognize those cadets who successfully completed the three (3) month Induction Period.

Awards were presented to outstanding cadets Page 50 of 58 Summary of MYPART Activities The MYPART hosts several internal activities and competitions each year.

Cadets are encouraged to participate in Community and National Events.
The following are highlights of some of the MYPART activities for the year 2015 - 2016.

MYPART Cadets Participate in Regional Corporation’s Inter-Faith Service On November 1, 2015, twenty-three (23) MYPART Cadets, accompanied by Instructor, Mr. Neil Lezama and Social Worker, Mrs Rosanna Forbes, participated in a parade and Inter Faith service hosted by the San Juan/Laventille Regional Corporation in commemoration of the Corporation’s 23rd Annual Region Experience.
Detachments from the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service, the Fire Service, the Cadet Force, the Trinidad and Tobago Girls Guide and the Trinidad and Tobago Red Cross also participated in the events.

Page 51 of 58 MYPART Ironman Contest On March 11, 2016, the Cadets of the Chatham and Persto Praesto Academies competed in an Ironman Competition to test their physical fitness and leadership skills and to encourage friendly rivalry amongst the young men.
Two teams of Cadets from each academy participated in obstacle races and a tug-of-war competition.

MYPART Concert On May 20, 2016 the MYPART Unit of the NESC hosted a concert called “Flavas of MYPART” to showcase the talent of the cadets of the Chatham and Persto Praesto Camps.

Page 52 of 58 MYPART Graduation and Inter-Faith Service On July 12, 2016 the Military- led Youth Programme of Apprenticeship and Re-orientation Training (MYPART) hosted a private Graduation ceremony.
Sixteen (16) cadets were presented with MYPART certificates for the completion of the full three year programme.

On July 17, 2016 an Inter Faith service was held at NESC’s Point Lisas Campus including religious officials representing the Christian, Muslim and Hindu faith.

6.2 NATIONAL ENERGY SKILLS CENTER EMPLOYEES’ CHARITY FUND (NECF) The National Energy Skills Center Employees’ Charity Fund (NECF) is a charitable fund spearheaded by Mrs. Aline Jones-Mclean, Vice President Finance.
The fund was established on May 20, 2009 and was developed to assist the underprivileged individuals within communities including employees and students.

Initially, the NECF membership consisted of fifty-three (53) members however, presently the NECF has now expanded to ninety-two (92) contributing members consisting of nine (9) committee members and eighty-three (83) team members.
On April 21, 2016, the NECF held internal elections which resulted in Bishop Jankee Raghunanan (Campus Manager, Palo Seco) being elected as Chairman and Mr. Anthony Nobbee (MYPART Camp Manager, Mausica) as Vice Chairman.

The NECF has remained committed to providing support to the underprivileged of society through provision of medical, educational and financial assistance.
Page 53 of 58 For the period October 2015 to September 2016 the NECF continued to achieve and uphold its core objectives through several initiatives and were successful in the following causes: • In October 2015, the NECF engaged the NESC staff and trainees in the donations of school texts that were donated to the Weslyann Children’s Home.

• In December 2015, the NECF launched a food drive engaging NESC staff and trainees to contribute food and other grocery items to be donated to needy families.
The initiative was very successful resulting in twelve hampers being packaged and distributed.

• In March 2016, the NECF made a financial contribution towards a surgical procedure.

• In June 2016, the NECF was alerted to the tremendous financial plight of a single- parent of two with no source of income.

The NECF was able to provide support through the donations of food items.
As the NECF moves forward to 2016/2017, its aim grows stronger to bring hope, inspiration and positive change for the success of humanity.
Page 54 of 58 6.3 SUMMARY OF NESC’S TEAM BUILDING INTERNAL ACTIVITIES:  Campus Tours “Know Your Campuses Initiative - October – November 2015  Cancer Fundraiser & Walk – October 16, 2015  Diwali Observances at NESC – November 11, 2015  HIV Testing at Point Lisas Campus – November 20, 2015  Christmas Lunch – December 11, 2015  Trainees Treats – December 18, 2015  Employees Children’s Christmas Party – December 20, 2015  Zika Awareness clean up (Tobago Campus) – March 11, 14 &16, 2016  Cricket Match (Point Lisas Campus) – March 23, 2016  Moruga Campus Marathon and Sports day – March 24, 2016  Easter Breakfast, Head Office – March 23, 2016  Mayaro Campus Cricket and Marathon – April 8, 2016  NESC takes part in Chamber of Commerce 5K – April 9, 2016  Indian Arrival Day Celebrations – May 25, 2016 Page 55 of 58 6.4 STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS  Atlantic LNG Company of Trinidad and Tobago  British Gas Trinidad and Tobago  Caribbean Gas Chemical Limited  Civilian Conservation Corps  East Port of Spain Development Company Limited  National Gas Company of Trinidad and Tobago  Repsol  Toyota  Trinidad Generation Unlimited  Trinidad and Tobago Air Guard  University of the West Indies  University of Trinidad and Tobago  Weldfab Page 56 of 58 7.0 CONCLUSION The NESC reviewed its vision statement in 2015 - 2016 in response to the demands of the tertiary level sector environment and the need to support the Vision of the Government of Trinidad and Tobago (GoRTT) through the Ministry of Education (MoE).
The NESC’s vision to be the premier technical training provider in the development of a competent, innovative and entrepreneurial workforce by transforming human capital through the application of advanced experiential learning methodologies, is based on fulfilling the projected demands for certified craftsman, arising out of the growth in the energy sector and consequently, the construction and related industries.
The organisation is committed to the development of human capital and meeting the needs of all stakeholders involved.

Curricula have been established and implemented to incorporate advanced level skills training, training facilities were improved throughout Trinidad and Tobago, and the NESC has provided support to its qualified and experienced staff who strive to fulfil the mandate of the foundation and to satisfy all stakeholders.
Our core values- Commitment, Respect, Excellence, Discipline, Integrity and Teamwork (C R E D I T) guide the organization’s internal conduct as well as its relationship with the external stakeholders.

These values underline the way we work in order to achieve our vision and mission and are essential in the relationship with our students in order provide holistic development of trainees and apprentices through student leadership programs, professional sharing and peer discussion.
These initiatives are intended to empower the trainees and actively seek to place them into sustainable jobs in industry.

The NESC has always operated in a manner that focuses on the continuous development and enhancement of the programmes offered.

This has been achieved, through the engagement of the industry leaders and is supported by committed faculty, management, staff and trainees.
The vision of the organization as supported by our core values has as its objective the enhancement of the quality of life of all citizens through increased access to quality post- secondary education.

This continues to be the focus of the NESC’s mandate.

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