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<strong>OPEC</strong> bulletin 6/08<br />
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There has also been much discussion about making<br />
better use of those about to leave or retire. Employers<br />
need to take better advantage of the experienced workforce<br />
they have, to combat the rapid strides towards<br />
larger-scale retirement year-on-year. These might be<br />
through mentoring schemes, or making the best use of<br />
re-hires. Skills need to be passed on to make sure that<br />
knowledge that already exists is not lost.<br />
And, if necessary, the industry will need to expand<br />
the range of potential employees by diversifying beyond<br />
its traditional market, and perhaps looking to recruit from<br />
countries where SET skills are in greater supply.<br />
It points to the need for a company to be more crea-<br />
Energy Institute proposals for<br />
some immediate actions<br />
for the industry<br />
• Upgrade skills of existing and future workforce,<br />
including investment in in-house training and<br />
development programmes;<br />
• Consider alternative sources of employment,<br />
including overseas workers, returners,<br />
consultants and the retaining of ‘retired’ staff;<br />
• Engage with universities to offer technical<br />
support, student placements and allow recruits<br />
to return to university to promote the industry<br />
to future graduates; and<br />
• Overhaul the appearance of the industry to<br />
potential recruits, making it clear that the<br />
energy industry as a whole offers a worthwhile<br />
and fulfilling long-term career.
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