IRAQ Competences & Capabilities. March 2017

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1 IRAQ Competences & Capabilities March 2017

2 TECHMA GROUP Overview Techma is part of a renowned group, based in the heart of the Middle East, that specializes in: Emergency Response Management and Operations. Turnkey Staffing, holistic HR Services and Executive Search. Training and Development solutions. Consultancy in Health & Safety and Disaster Management. Engineering Consultants and EPC/EPCM businesses. Techma boasts a team of Emergency Response Experts, Technical Consultants, Recruitment Specialists and Technical Training Instructors with deep industry knowledge, wide geographic range, analytical rigor and hands-on collaborative approach. A truly unique global network of over 15,000 professionals that works as one entity to service clients. Positioned in the heart of the Middle East with our headquarters in Dubai, UAE, the Head Office serves as a hub to support our regional operations. As our business expands, we have developed two further companies in Iraq to cope with the growing demand for our services: Al Takamul - HR solution and consultancy. Shatt Al Arab (the Basra Academy for Training) Training solutions. Our strength is the desire of our staff to deliver the highest quality product that is possible whilst working within the strict guidelines of our Quality Management System. Added to this is the high standards laid down by the Awarding Bodies of the various accreditations our high level of training has attracted. Although our aim is to grow within the MENA region, we will not compromise our quality and will always strive to serve our customers to the very best of our undoubted ability. HQ-Dubai UAE Offices: UAE / KSA / Iraq / Qatar Presence & Operations

3 EMERGENCY RESPONSE MANAGEMENT & OPERATION Introduction The management of an emergency response capability requires extensive knowledge of risk critical processes and procedures, a full understanding of available equipment and in depth familiarization of international best practice and awarding body requirements. Techma has access to numerous renowned United Kingdom senior and principle officers who have made their name taking command of some of the largest fire brigades in the world. Techma offer high-quality services through outsourcing contracts tailored specifically to customer requirements. We provide a high quality, cost-effective integrated fire protection system, enabling customers to focus on their strategic goals and core competencies, while relying on the services provided by a dedicated emergency services provider and fire-fighting specialist. Of course there are numerous elements that need to come together to ensure a highly professional emergency response capability, but Techma believes that with highly trained people, the correct equipment, and a view to future requirements, Techma can satisfy this highly risk-critical demand.

4 GAZPROM BADRA, IRAQ Press release, 5 th, January 2017 TECHMA WIN GAZPROM CONTRACT FOR PROVISION OF FIRE-FIGHTING AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE SERVICES Techma FZCO, part of the Techma Group of companies, is very pleased to announce that they have secured the contract with Gazprom to provide the Firefighting and Emergency Response Services at their Badra site in Iraq. The Gazprom project consists of onshore oil field development which includes all the facilities from the wellheads up to and including the export pipeline. The contract requires the deployment of some 64 personnel who will be responsible for undertaking fire-fighting duties, risk assessments, equipment maintenance, training for competence, fitness testing, incident investigation, fire safety inspections etc., and to carry out all the duties that could be expected of a professional fire department. Techma are pleased that they will be instrumental in trying to achieve one of the Iraqi Governments employment objectives that has set a target to replace 50% of the Expatriate Personnel with Iraqi Nationals during the initial three years of the contract. Mr Arnaud Lebrun, The Chief Executive of Techma, stated We currently have a huge commitment in the South of Iraq with our Basra Academy for Training, and we see the Gazprom contract as an extension of our obligation to assist the Iraqi population whenever possible. Techma are looking to extend their business interests in the Provision of Fire-fighting and Emergency Response Services that is seen as a perfect partner to their established Training Division.

5 TRAINING Introduction TECHMA is an institution that is built upon the concept of providing quality training delivered by competent highly qualified training instructors. Our portfolio of courses continues to satisfy our client s needs. Techma specialises in the delivery of Health and Safety training and in emergency response development at all levels. ACCREDITATION Techma is proud of its accreditation that has been secured from a variety of world-renowned Awarding Bodies. This ensures that all our training is delivered to a high standard and that any certification issued, is recognised world wide. Techma is an approved IOSH training provider and is accredited by NEBOSH, JOIFF and IADC. Our partners have additional accreditation for the delivery of ICAO and OPITO courses. In addition to training delivery, Techma utilises the skills of highly qualified and experienced personnel to undertake consultancy work. This can be in the form of a Training Needs Analysis to ensure an organisation operates as economically as possible, or in the design of major emergency plans. Techma follows a risk-informed, performance-based approach which offers opportunities to better understand objectives, identify credible hazards and develop alternatives that allow stakeholders (owners, senior management etc.) to make risk-informed decisions as to how best to protect the plant and to meet disaster mitigation objectives. PARTNER Techma FZCO is in an exclusive partnership with ISTC of Malta to deliver emergency response and HSE training throughout Iran and Iraq. By introducing ISTC to our customers, we are able to offer a far wider range of training capabilities that are not within the current competencies of Techma. These include the courses requiring the following course accreditation:

6 TRAINING, IRAQ Basra Academy for Training The Basra Academy for Training (BAT) is an initiative launched by two international training companies: Pigier Trema and Techma. It is backed by the Basrah Governorate, the Basrah Technical College and by the Southern Technical University. It is instrumental in the possibility of delivering international level courses and training in the heart of the city, inside the College s secured campus. Following the completion of its modern training facilities, the Academy is now in a position to provide a series of courses and training in different disciplines. Highly qualified trainers with international experience will deliver courses accredited by reputable International Awarding Bodies such as NFPA, JOIFF, NEBOSH, ASNT and IOSH. Public courses are offered in the Academy s facilities, following a calendar published on its website. Private and tailored courses are offered either in the Academy or in Client s facilities and their program could be either the Academy s standard accredited program, or a program designed to suit specific needs. Public courses topics are detailed on our website ( Topics of tailored courses cover a larger spectrum and can be delivered either by the Academy s trainers or in cooperation with technical partners when required. The Academy offers advice and develops training for Corporate Social Responsibility programs. Our Basra Academy for Training is located at: Basrah Technical College Campus, facing the new Sports Complex Basrah Al Zubair road IRAQ

7 BGC COMMUNITY TRAINING, IRAQ Press release, 4 th, August 2016 Basrah Gas (BGC), in close partnership with the Provincial Council, has launched its community training for employment programme. The training programme is part of BGC s commitment to support social enhancement for employment development in Basrah. Collaborating with the Provincial Council and working with accredited training institutions, Basrah Academy for Training and Technical University of Basrah, BGC has prioritized 120 unskilled labourers to improve their technical skills and develop their prospects for employment in a month-long programme. The trainees will be divided into several modules best suitable to their abilities and interest, such as welding, grinding, electrical works, mechanical and construction. The orientation session has split the members into their desired courses and the first class will begin the following week. Mr. Ali Chaddad, head of the Oil and Gas Committee, stated in the orientation: This programme, as part of BGC s Social Performance is very important, because it is our responsibility to always remember investing in our Human Resources before the Natural. This training is considered one of the most important initiatives to equip our Youth with new skills and help improve their resume and chances to find jobs. Speaking about the programme, BGC Managing Director, Mr. Simon Daman Willems, said: This is a very important step for BGC to have a positive impact in Basrah that goes beyond providing the much-needed energy in the country. As an Iraqi company, BGC is proud in helping social development by improving the community members skills. Dr. Muthaffar Sadiq Al Zuhairi, head of the Technical University of Basrah, stated that this initiative became possible thanks to the cooperation between Basrah Gas, the Provincial Council and the Technical University of Basrah to serve the community members and help them find employment in different sectors as the market conditions allow. For more information please contact: Shaalan Al Darraji - Shaalan.al-Darraji@basrahgas.com Diego Perez - Diego.Perez@shell.com Mustafa Jehad - Mustafa.jehad@shell.com

8 TRAINING Courses EMERGENCY RESPONSE & RESCUE H2S Awareness Confined Space Working and Casualty Extrication Fire Team Member Fire Team leader Breathing Apparatus Wearers Breathing Apparatus refresher Helicopter Fire Emergency Response International Recruit Development International Operational Command and Management Rope Rescue Level 1 Operator Haz Mats First Responder HEALTH & SAFETY NEBOSH Health and Safety at Work NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Safety & Health NEBOSH Technical Certificate in Oil and Gas Operational Safety IOSH Managing Safely IOSH Working Safely First Aid at Work Health and Safety Awareness Risk Assessment Introduction to Health and Safety Manual Handling Permit to Work HOTELS & LIGHT INDUSTRY Fire Warden Fire Marshall Basic Fire Awareness Fire team Member Fire team Leader TECHNICAL Welding Non destructive test (NDT) Corrosion Laboratory CONSTRUCTION SAFETY Site induction IOSH Working Safely Construction Safety NEBOSH Health and Safety at Work National Certificate in Construction Health & Safety IOSH Managing Safely FIRE SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT Fire safety Risk Assessment Fire safety Foundation Fire Safety Foundation SOFT SKILL Management and Business skills in a variety of fields Hospitality & Tourism IT and Computer skills Project Management Languages & communication

9 TRAINING Certification

10 HR SOLUTIONS Adding value to your projects Utilizing a broad range of sourcing methods, we have a wide selection of vacancies across a range of industry sectors for full life cycles. We provide bespoke search-centric service to deliver from junior to board level, a single vacancy to manning entire project, in the following sectors: Oil and Gas Power plants and distribution of electricity Water and sewage industry Service industries Equipment manufacturing Automotive industry Rail industry Engineering companies Manufacturing companies TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE We provide a fully integrated turn-key staffing solutions with acutely refined processes and infrastructure to source on-board payroll professionals and skilled individuals in the industry. Our delivery team is engaged to take on the complex and varied tasks of this service. PROJECT MANAGEMENT We provide teams of experts who work under our supervision to deliver specific scope of work such as pre-commissioning/ commissioning (preparation, supervision and execution). RECRUITMENT We provide comprehensive recruitment solutions that meet Client s immediate hiring needs while setting up a flexible pipeline for the future. We provide Tailored result-oriented talent-sourcing solutions that deliver high quality candidates. LOGISTICS & PAYROLL SERVICES, INTERNATIONAL We appreciate the criticality of logistics. We provide an extensive range of logistic and pay-roll services at every stage of Client s business process whether it is at initial deployment, business travel arrangements, rotational work arrangements or international relocations.

11 LOGISTICAL SUPPORT Iraq We have a permanent office in Iraq (Basra), with a dedicated team who understand the Iraq specific requirements. In order to ensure professional services to our Clients, the Iraq operation is supervised from our Headquarter located in Dubai (UAE) with an international team, comprising Arabic speakers that allow direct communication with the Iraqi Authorities, Banks and client s employees if and when required. Due to our local presence we are able to deliver the following services in Iraq: Employment contract management Employees administration and in-country support Logistic services Life support services Visa administration Organisation of medical requirements Payroll services, including support to Employees with bank account selection Tax management services (PIT and SSPC calculation, payment, annual reconciliation, relation with the Authority and permanent follow up with Clients)

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13 Our Location: Qatar address : Target, Airport Road, QBC Building PO Box 4619, Doha, Qatar nicole@techmasupport.com office : fax : web : (0) /86/87/ (0) nicole@techmasupport.com Our Location: Iraq address : Al Takamul Basrah Technical College Campus Al Zubair Road, Basrah, Iraq office : sara@techmasupport.com web :