Biju Gopinathan Pillai

An expert learning and development professional with a unique competence and experience mix of production operations, technical training and competence development in oil and gas with strong educational background; Well versed with onshore, offshore, refinery, air separation, sulphur, utilities and gas to liquid (GTL) operations during 21 years of experience in the oil and gas industry; Specialised in leading trainers, instructors and specialists for delivering technical training programmes for technical and professional staff; Excellent knowledge and skills in operationalizing vocational qualification system (NVQ, both UK and Australian) and professional development programmes at the workplace with proven ability to successfully implement nationalisation programme; Solid knowledge and hands-on experience in career and competence frameworks in oil and gas industry coupled with proven skill and ability to design, develop and implement training and professional development programmes based on competence standards to progress employees through career ladder. Exceptional coaching and mentoring skills with a strong emphasis on creating and implementing development plans for individuals and succession plans for departments; Deep knowledge and skills in learning content preparation, training coordination, learning and assessment delivery and excellent facilitation and presentation skills; Proven business partnering, stakeholder management and advocacy skills.