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SPE. Oman Session The 2012 Panel Event "Women in Oman's Oil & Gas Industry Challenges & Future" . Introduction Oil & Gas Industry in Oman Opportunities How can a woman make it to the top Challenges Future. Introduction. Moza Al Adawi , COO Daleel Petroleum.
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SPE Oman Session The 2012 Panel Event "Women in Oman's Oil & Gas Industry Challenges & Future"
Introduction Oil & Gas Industry in Oman Opportunities How can a woman make it to the top Challenges Future
Introduction Moza Al Adawi, COO Daleel Petroleum. BSc& MSc in Petroleum Engineering. 1st Omani Lady Petroleum Engineer in PDO 30 years in Oil & Gas Industry • Reservoir Engineer in PDO, 8 years • Petroleum Eng. Expert in MOG, 8 years • D.G, Oil & Gas Dev. & Prod. MOG, 8 years • COO,Daleel Petroleum, 6 years
Oil & Gas Industry In Oman Oil & Gas, the engine of Oman’s economy The most advanced sector Interesting geological formations & challenging reservoirs • Well Structured • Rich in experience & Know how • Excellent Training Programs • Advanced Technology application • Diverse workforce
Opportunities Equal educational opportunities allow acquiring the necessary qualifications The many facets of this industry provides job opportunities at all levels. The structured training programs/ mentoring ensures building skilled & competent workforce. Reasonable carriers progression.
How can a woman make it to the top Expect & Accept to work hard Embrace job challenges with Positive attitude Be Proactive & do your job well Be a team player & learn from others It taken patience / persistence to find & advance the right carrier path Never stop learning & be flexible & open to ideas Communication skills crucial Family support very important
Challenges Tough job environment at times. Make dominance might create hostile environment. Work/ life balance – family obligations vs. work demand. Earning acceptance / integrity from colleagues, supervisors etc. might not be easy. Strict family norms & lack of family support
Future The future can only be better There is already precedence regarding women carriers hence more understanding / acceptance from the society New technology could facilitate better ways of working. Oil & Gas industry still going strong hence further carrier opportunities for all