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Workforce Development
Focus is on maximizing the participation of Surinamese nationals across all project phases, contributing to significant increase in local employment within TotalEnergies EP Suriname B.V. and across contractor networks. In parallel, structured training programs are being deployed covering technical, HSE and operational disciplines to support workforce readiness.
Safety Training for Vocational Teachers
This initiative strengthens safety awareness in technical and vocational education by introducing essential safety principles early in practical training. It supports the development of a skilled and safety-conscious workforce aligned with energy and industrial standards.
Highlights:
- Delivered through TotalEnergies Professional Academy (TPA) with a structured “train-the-trainers” approach
- ~100 vocational teachers to be trained in 2026, integrating safety into technical education
- Rollout supported by activities planned over the coming months
Consortium Formation for TVET Schools & Training Centers
This initiative aims to mobilizes industry-led consortia embedded within TVET schools and training centers, enabling companies to co-invest in skills, infrastructure, and teaching capabilities at source. This approach aligns education with market demand and delivers scalable impact.
Key figures:
- ~4,000 students reached
- 150+ educators trained
- 25+ companies engaged
EnergyJobs.sr Portal - Access to employment and opportunities
Improving access to employment is a key objective of the Local Content strategy. A centralized platform EnergyJobs.sr - connecting Surinamese talent to job opportunities across the energy sector, including TotalEnergies and its main contractors.
What it enables:
- Single and transparent access to opportunities
- Coverage of offshore and onshore roles
- Greater visibility across the value chain