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Welcome to the Bahrain Petroleum Company (Bapco) and Career Advice and Opportunities

Welcome to the Bahrain Petroleum Company (Bapco) and Career Advice and Opportunities. May 2009. About Bapco. Bapco is 100% owned by the Government of Bahrain, and is an integrated oil and gas company:. Crude oil and natural gas production Active oil and gas exploration and development

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Welcome to the Bahrain Petroleum Company (Bapco) and Career Advice and Opportunities

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  1. Welcome to theBahrain Petroleum Company (Bapco)andCareer Advice and Opportunities May 2009

  2. About Bapco Bapco is 100% owned by the Government of Bahrain, and is an integrated oil and gas company: • Crude oil and natural gas production • Active oil and gas exploration and development • Refining of the crude to produce valuable petroleum products • Storage and export of the refined products • Marketing of the products locally and internationally

  3. About Bapco(cont’d) • Bapco was formed in 1929 and has been the cornerstone of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s economic development • Oil was first discovered in Bahrain in 1932

  4. About Bapco(cont’d.) • Bapco operates the Bahrain Refinery - a world-class, world-scale refinery, exporting products to the world • First day of operation of the Refinery was 12 July 1936 - we are over 70 years old

  5. About Bapco(cont’d.) • Annual sales of refined products is > $6.0 billion • Contributes about 70% of Bahrain’s economy • Currently employs over 3200 people and is one of the largest employers in the Kingdom • Spends > $2.0 million a year on training its employees, and spends as much, if not more, on training than any other company in the Kingdom of Bahrain • Scholarships programme has been in existence since the 1950s

  6. Recent Bapco Achievements • Celebrated 75 years of oil in Bahrain • Celebrated the inauguration of the Low Sulphur Diesel Production (LSDP) Complex on 5 December 2007 • Now able to produce Ultra Low Sulphur Diesel meeting the tightest specifications anywhere in the world • Investment cost $680 million

  7. Offshore Oil Exploration • Exploration Production Sharing Agreement (EPSA) with International Oil Companies (IOC’s) for offshore blocks progressed • All Blocks awarded

  8. On-Shore Major Developments • Incremental Development Production Sharing Agreement (IDPSA) with IOC (JV Bahrain Field Operations) • Utilize Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) techniques • Increase oil production and recovery • The deep gas initiative was launched on 27th October 2008: searching for gas at a depth of 18,000 feet

  9. On-Shore Major Developments (cont’d.) An aggressive development drilling program over 2009-2011 is planned that includes 104 wells of many complex types including Directional, Horizontal, and Re-entry wells.

  10. On-Shore Major Developments (cont’d.) • To meet local gas demand and new urban projects, additional natural gas (Khuff Gas) is required • Eight (8) new Khuff Gas wells are planned under the 2008-2010 Khuff Development Drilling Program • Discussing with Iran and Qatar regarding import of natural gas

  11. Recent Bapco Achievements(cont’d.) • Bapco takes the health and safety of its employees and the community very seriously: • Many world standard records have been set over the years, with 13 million manhours worked without a lost time accident achieved in 2004 • Received the Robert Campbell Award from the National Safety Council of the US in October 2007 - first ever company outside of North America to receive the award • Obtained the British Safety Council 5-star award in 2008 • Spending US$300 million on environmental projects

  12. Bapco Future Challenges • Refinery Master Plan 2015 and beyond • Upstream initiatives and innovations – more oil and gas • Environmental • Bapco is a progressive organization, looking at the real long term challenges and striving for excellence

  13. Bapco Work Environment Characterized by: • Cutting edge technology • Innovation • Teamwork • Problem solving

  14. The Starting Point • More scientists and engineers are needed to help solve the problems facing the world

  15. What is the Difference Between Science and Engineering? In general: • Science is concerned with discovery and knowledge and involves observations, experiments, theoretical explanations • Engineering is the application of science and mathematics in safe, practical, economic, sustainable and innovative ways to design, build, operate structures, machines, processes and systems to maintain and improve our daily lives • Engineers solve problems, create wealth, maintain and improve the quality of life

  16. Job Opportunities at Bapco • Bapco continues to expand its business and always needs new graduates • We hire graduates in the following areas: • Engineering - all disciplines • Geosciences - geology, geophysics • Business, finance, IT

  17. Our Scholarships for 2009 • Very active scholarships programme • In 2009, we are offering international scholarships in: • Geology

  18. What Do You Need to Study Geology? If you: • Like and are good at mathematics, chemistry, physics, biology • Like challenges, solving problems and being innovative • Want to be creative, build things and apply the principles • Want to make a difference and contribute to a sustainable future • Enjoy working in teams • Want to have fun along the way Then geology might be for you!

  19. Summary • Bapco needs good graduates in many fields • There is a significant shortage of good geologists • Main aim is to fill vacant positions in Bapco • Bapco is offering scholarships to study at overseas universities • We offer a working environment characterized by cutting edge technology, innovation, teamwork and problem solving

  20. Why Study Geology ? • Why study geology? • Why become a geologist? • Short answer, why not?

  21. What Is Geology? • Geology is the study of the earth. • We live on the earth. • Look at recent stories in the  news. • Rising oil prices, tsunamis, earthquakes, global warming, flooding, groundwater pollution, etc.

  22. The Challenges for Geology • Clean energy for 10 billion in the 21 century • Study of plate tectonics and prediction of earthquake • Forecasting and securing fresh water resources • Deep sea exploration • Energy and minerals for country’s future • Ecosystem and environmental future • Explore and develop new ocean basins • Management of waste and green house gases

  23. Geology - The Attractions and Rewards • It is a profession that rates highly in job satisfaction • Good packages and benefits • Geologists have the opportunity to work all over the world • Work with leading edge technology • Field work – all environments, land and sea

  24. Where Do Geologists Work? • Natural resource companies • Environmental consulting companies • Government agencies • Universities and Colleges

  25. Potential Scholars – What We’re Looking For… • A strong interest in geology - a passion • Excellent English language skills - minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or TOEFL 550 • High performing Towjehiya students (Maths / Sciences) – minimum cumulative GPA 93% • A minimum of 34 points at I.B. Diploma with Physics / Chemistry / Maths scores of 5+ at the Higher level • GCE ‘A’ level ABB including Maths/Chemistry/Physics • Self starters – young people with enquiring minds – evidence of team playing abilities

  26. Scholarships – What We Offer • Foundation year (if needed) • 3 or 4 year degree programmes • Gulf countries, UK, Australia, USA at a top university • Internship / Industrial experience during summer periods • A job in a challenging working environment - sound career prospects

  27. Scholarships – More Details • All university fees paid for by Bapco • Generous living and utility allowances covering food, electricity, gas, phone, internet, books, clothing • Accommodation costs • One travel ticket to/from Bahrain each year

  28. Scholarships – Your Commitment • Work hard to achieve top grades – we expect the best! • Regularly communicate your activities and results to Bapco • Positively embrace the challenges of overseas living and adapt to university life • Participate in the wider aspects of university life – learn new things about yourself • Work for Bapco on completion of your degree – this is a contractual commitment

  29. During Your Academic Journey We Offer…… • Support and encouragement • Regular contact via phone, email and visits • Work experience opportunities at Bapco

  30. And Beyond – After You Graduate……… • Excellent graduate training and development opportunities at Bapco • Coaching from line specialists and from a dedicated Career Development Specialist • Excellent career opportunities • A challenging and stimulating working environment

  31. The Bapco Employment Package – Brief Details • A competitive salary, annual review and bonus • Excellent savings and pension schemes • Subsidised housing loan facilities • Healthcare (medical and dental) • Recreation facilities • A challenging work environment with no chance to get bored – career development opportunities

  32. Next Steps • Follow the application guidelines explained on this website • Take time to prepare your application fully, and submit it by the closing date – note that applications received after the closing date cannot be considered • For more careers advice and for details on the content of typical university degree programmes, please refer to the web links which are also included on this website

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