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As the closing activity for SOGWA in 2023, SOGWA organized the Oil & Gas Career And Training Fair, officially opened by Yang Berhormat Datuk Gerawat Gala.
SOGWA members facing salary payment issues met with Deputy Chairman Puan Keroana Johny Weiss and Secretary Encik Ringgit to file complaints about the matter.
Puan Keroana and Encik Bujang recorded a program about organizing SOGWA Oil & Gas Career And Training Fair with DJ Bana at RTM Miri.
Puan Keroana representing SOGWA visited the home of deceased SOGWA member Encik Billy Anak Dunggau to convey condolences and donations from SOGWA and collected donations from SOGWA members for the family.
SOGWA received a visit from Sapura Energy Sdn Bhd led by Tuan Hj. Zambri as Head of Offshore Operations Unit, along with Encik Elangovan Murugesu and Cik Hasniza to discuss specialized visits and support for Sarawak crew.
SOGWA received a donation from YB Adam Yii for the association's program activities.
SOGWA Annual General Meeting was held physically and also attended by members online.
Puan Keroana, Deputy Chairman of SOGWA, attended the PETRONAS Hari Raya Open House invitation at a prominent hotel in Kuching.
SOGWA organized its second career expo at Times Square Megamall Bintulu, officially opened by Yang Berhormat Datuk Wilson Ugak Kumbong.
SOGWA attended discussions with Project Delivery Excellence (PDEx) Group Project Delivery (GPD) Project Delivery & Technology (PD&T) PETRONAS led by Yang Mulia Puan Raja Rogayah.
SOGWA signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sealestial Marine Seafarer's Training Centre (SEAMASTER).
SOGWA organized its first career expo at Myy Mall, Miri, officially opened by Yang Berhormat Datuk Gerawat Gala, Deputy Minister at the Sarawak Premier's Department.
First meeting of the SOGWA Job Fair Volume 1.0 organizing committee chaired by Deputy Chairman Puan Keroana.
Signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Pusat Pembangunan Kemahiran Sarawak (PPKS) held at Pullman Hotel, Miri.
Meeting on the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Sarawak Skills and industry partners held at Pusat Pembangunan Kemahiran Sarawak (PPKS) Miri.
Consultation meeting with Rotary (M) via Google Meet on workforce reduction issues by main contractors from their company.
Madam Keroana and Franklin Lingga met dignitaries in Kuching to seek sponsorship for Franklin's participation at the University of Helsinki to present his mathematical model.
Photo highlights from the SOGWA 2022 Fundraising Dinner for the Sarawak Oil and Gas Workers Association.
Presentation of souvenirs to VIP guests attending the Sarawak Oil and Gas Workers Association 2022 Fundraising Dinner.
Meeting with YB Datuk Sebastian Ting and YB Encik Adam Yii at Miri City Council to deliver official invitations to the SOGWA 2022 Fundraising Dinner, presented by Deputy Chairman Puan Keroana and Secretary Encik Ringgit.
Visit to Eastwood Valley Country & Golf Club to inspect the hall and venue for the SOGWA 2022 Fundraising Dinner.
Chairman Encik Tedong, Deputy Chairman Puan Keroana and Secretary Encik Ringgit met with ILMU from the Premier of Sarawak's Office to discuss several current labour-related issues.
Presentation of shirts to Media Sarawak as a token of appreciation from the Sarawak Oil and Gas Workers Association.
Visit from the Registrar of Societies Malaysia (PPM) to provide briefing on the constitution and governance requirements of associations.
SOGWA mourned the loss of member Encik James Duat, a highly experienced professional diver whose expertise will be greatly missed following a workplace accident.
Committee meeting to plan the SOGWA Fundraising Dinner scheduled for September 2022.
SOGWA Chairman Encik Jamal was invited by the Centre of Technical Excellence (CENTEXS) to attend a meeting on manpower training and development requirements for Sarawak's oil and gas industry.
SOGWA Chairman represented the committee at PETRONAS' Ramadan iftar event held at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK).
SOGWA Chairman Encik Jamal visited the family of the late Charles Lloyd Draman at their residence to deliver further financial assistance.
Assistant Secretary Encik Maramat Said and committee member Encik Adison Ahjui represented SOGWA in presenting a flower garland and financial assistance to the brother of the late Charles Lloyd Draman, a SOGWA member who passed away in an accident.
Deputy Chairman Puan Keroana and SOGWA committee members attended the Altus office warming event at Jalan Kuala Baram, Lutong Baru Industrial Estate.
Deputy Chairman Puan Keroana represented the SOGWA Committee at a meeting with Velesto Energy Berhad at Imperial Palace Hotel.
SOGWA assisted the family of the late Istari Anak Kujat, a SOGWA member who passed away in Nigeria on 18 August 2021, by helping resolve challenges in obtaining the official death certificate from the National Registration Department (Miri) with the support of YB Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah.
Visit from Akademi Binaan Malaysia (ABM) and CIDB Sarawak to brief SOGWA on assessment and training opportunities in the construction industry.
Meeting with the SOGWA SUBSEA committee to discuss office renovation plans, collaboration with training centres, and to review the Sarawak Work Permit process flow.
Courtesy visit from Bintang Samudera Sdn Bhd focusing on the Sarawak Work Permit process, challenges faced during applications, and future plans.
Townhall session with industry stakeholders on issues related to expatriate and non-resident workers in Sarawak, held at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK).
Dialogue with CIDB Tech Sdn Bhd representative Encik Johari Morni to explore training programs that can be conducted in collaboration between CIDB Tech and SOGWA.
Meeting with YB Datuk Gerawat Gala, Assistant Minister in the Chief Minister's Department, to discuss recurring issues faced by Sarawak oil and gas workers.
Meeting with SOGWA Legal Adviser Encik Jonathan Bedindang to discuss Velesto crew members involved in the Naga 7 offshore platform accident.
SOGWA representatives met with Velesto Energy Berhad to discuss opportunities for Sarawakians to hold key positions in drilling operations, job placement cooperation for qualified SOGWA members, training, and other collaboration areas.
Meeting with SOGWA members from the Naga 7 jack-up rigs crew who were involved in the Naga 7 sinking incident.
Puan Catherine Anak Sylvester, wife of the late Istari Anak Kujat (a SOGWA member who passed away in Nigeria), visited the SOGWA office to express her profound gratitude to the SOGWA committee, especially Deputy Chairman Puan Keroana Johny Weiss, for their continuous support to the family.
SOGWA met with YB Datuk Sebastian Ting to discuss issues of oil and gas companies not contributing to EPF and SOCSO for their workers due to their short-term employment status.
SOGWA successfully resolved delayed and outstanding salary issues for all 16 affected SOGWA members.
Courtesy visit to the Sarawak State Secretary focusing on the Sarawak Work Permit application process, challenges faced during the process, and future plans.
SOGWA held a meeting with Wehaya Sdn Bhd Miri regarding the Sarawak Work Permit.
SOGWA held a meeting with Altus Oil and Gas (M) Sdn Bhd regarding the Sarawak Work Permit.
SOGWA, represented by Deputy Chairman Puan Keroana Johnny Wiess and Secretary Encik Ringgit Seminan, visited the family of the late Istari Anak Kujat, who passed away in Nigeria due to Covid-19, and delivered financial assistance and food baskets.
SOGWA provided essential supplies, including food baskets, to those in need.
SOGWA held a meeting with MIWT Training Centre Miri to discuss upcoming projects and advanced courses identified in the oil and gas sector.
SOGWA paid a courtesy visit to the Sarawak State Secretary to discuss matters related to SOGWA as a point of reference before work permits are approved.
SOGWA received a donation of RM 5,000.00 from YB Datuk Lee Kim Shin for the association's activities.
SOGWA held its monthly committee meeting to discuss upcoming programs and activities.
SOGWA successfully raised funds to purchase 70 plastic chairs for PERYATIM Kampung Jepak, Bintulu.
SOGWA (Sarawak Oil and Gas Workers Association) successfully held a Special General Meeting online.
Join us for our upcoming activities and programs
Skills development workshop for oil and gas workers
Annual career fair connecting workers with employers
Workplace safety and best practices seminar
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