1. Bahrain Petroleum Company (Bapco) and Career Advice and Opportunities

2. About Bapco
Bapco is 100% owned by the Government of Bahrain, and is an integrated oil and gas company:
Crude oil and natural gas production
Active oil and gas exploration and development
Refining of the crude to produce valuable petroleum products
Storage and export of the refined products
Marketing of the products locally and internationally

3. About Bapco (cont’d)
Bapco was formed in 1929 and has been the cornerstone of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s economic development
Oil was first discovered in Bahrain in 1932

4. About Bapco (cont’d.)
Bapco operates the Bahrain Refinery - a world-class, world-scale refinery, exporting products to the world
First day of operation of the Refinery was 12 July we are over 70 years old

5. About Bapco (cont’d.)
Annual sales of refined products is > $6.0 billion
Contributes about 70% of Bahrain’s economy
Currently employs over 3200 people and is one of the largest employers in the Kingdom
Spends > $2.0 million a year on training its employees, and spends as much, if not more, on training than any other company in the Kingdom of Bahrain
Scholarships programme has been in existence since the 1950s

6. Recent Bapco Achievements
Celebrated 75 years of oil in Bahrain
Celebrated the inauguration of the Low Sulphur Diesel Production (LSDP) Complex on 5 December 2007
Now able to produce Ultra Low Sulphur Diesel meeting the tightest specifications anywhere in the world
Investment cost $680 million

7. Offshore Oil Exploration
Exploration Production Sharing Agreement (EPSA) with International Oil Companies (IOC’s) for offshore blocks progressed
All Blocks awarded

8. On-Shore Major Developments
Incremental Development Production Sharing Agreement (IDPSA) with IOC (JV Bahrain Field Operations)
Utilize Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) techniques
Increase oil production and recovery
The deep gas initiative was launched on 27th October 2008: searching for gas at a depth of 18,000 feet

9. On-Shore Major Developments (cont’d.)
An aggressive development drilling program over is planned that includes 104 wells of many complex types including Directional, Horizontal, and Re-entry wells.

10. On-Shore Major Developments (cont’d.)
To meet local gas demand and new urban projects, additional natural gas (Khuff Gas) is required
Eight (8) new Khuff Gas wells are planned under the Khuff Development Drilling Program
Discussing with Iran and Qatar regarding import of natural gas

11. Recent Bapco Achievements (cont’d.)
Bapco takes the health and safety of its employees and the community very seriously:
Many world standard records have been set over the years, with 13 million manhours worked without a lost time accident achieved in 2004
Received the Robert Campbell Award from the National Safety Council of the US in October first ever company outside of North America to receive the award
Obtained the British Safety Council 5-star award in 2008
Spending US$300 million on environmental projects

12. Bapco Future Challenges
Refinery Master Plan 2015 and beyond
Upstream initiatives and innovations – more oil and gas
Environmental
Bapco is a progressive organization, looking at the real long term challenges and striving for excellence

13. Bapco Work Environment
Characterized by:
Cutting edge technology
Innovation
Teamwork
Problem solving

14. The Starting Point
More scientists and engineers are needed to help solve the problems facing the world

15. What is the Difference Between Science and Engineering?
In general:
Science is concerned with discovery and knowledge and involves observations, experiments, theoretical explanations
Engineering is the application of science and mathematics in safe, practical, economic, sustainable and innovative ways to design, build, operate structures, machines, processes and systems to maintain and improve our daily lives
Engineers solve problems, create wealth, maintain and improve the quality of life

16. Job Opportunities at Bapco
Bapco continues to expand its business and always needs new graduates
We hire graduates in the following areas:
Engineering - all disciplines
Geosciences - geology, geophysics
Business, finance, IT

17. Our Scholarships for 2009 Very active scholarships programme
In 2009, we are offering international scholarships in:
Geology (1)
Geophysics (1)
Petroleum Engineering (2)
Chemical Engineering (4)

18. What Do You Need to Study These Disciplines?
If you:
Like and are good at mathematics, chemistry, physics, biology
Like challenges, solving problems and being innovative
Want to be creative, build things and apply the principles
Want to make a difference and contribute to a sustainable future
Enjoy working in teams
Want to have fun along the way
Then geology, petroleum engineering or chemical engineering might be for you

19. Summary Bapco needs good graduates in many fields
There is a significant shortage of good geologists, petroleum engineering and chemical engineering graduates
Main aim is to fill vacant positions in Bapco
Bapco is offering scholarships to study at overseas universities
We offer a working environment characterized by cutting edge technology, innovation, teamwork and problem solving

20. Why Study Geology ? Why study geology? Why become a geologist?
Short answer, why not?

21. What Is Geology? Geology is the study of the earth.
We live on the earth.
Look at recent stories in the  news.
Rising oil prices, tsunamis, earthquakes, global warming, flooding, groundwater pollution, etc.

22. The Challenges for Geology
Clean energy for 10 billion in the 21 century
Study of plate tectonics and prediction of earthquake
Forecasting and securing fresh water resources
Deep sea exploration
Energy and minerals for country’s future
Ecosystem and environmental future
Explore and develop new ocean basins
Management of waste and green house gases

23. Geology - The Attractions and Rewards
It is a profession that rates highly in job satisfaction
Good packages and benefits
Geologists have the opportunity to work all over the world
Work with leading edge technology
Field work – all environments, land and sea

24. Where Do Geologists Work?
Natural resource companies
Environmental consulting companies
Government agencies
Universities and Colleges

25. What is Petroleum Engineering?
A specialised engineering discipline - concerned with recovering oil and gas from the earth to satisfy the world's energy needs.
Involves activities such as:
Exploration
Drilling
Production
Processing
Transport

26. Where Do PEs Work in Bapco?
Petroleum Engineering Department
Geology Department
Production Operations Department (oil and gas)
Drilling Department (engineering / operations)

27. Challenges Facing the PE
Social responsibility towards the Nation by providing the energy required for power generation and industry
How to locate and produce hydrocarbon
How you maximize, maintain production level from declining
How you find new hydrocarbon resources
Harsh environments: desert, sea , arctic, jungle?? It depends…
Environmental issues (nature, pollution, …)

28. Rewards Self satisfaction – supplying very crucial materials - energy
Different areas of interest ( reservoir, production, drilling, etc)
Innovation – cutting edge technology
Highly challenging work – imagination required
Meeting with lots of people – technical forums, workshops, conferences
Wide range of job opportunities
Working in multidisciplinary teams alongside other engineers, scientists, drilling teams and contractors

29. Rewards (cont’d.)
Opportunities for professional development e.g. membership of Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE), worldwide organization
Networking with professionals from all over the world
Diversity of workplace, environment, culture
International travel

30. What is Chemical Engineering?
Combines knowledge of mathematics, chemistry, physics and biology with engineering principles
Mainly concerned with changing raw materials into useful products that we need, by changing their chemical or physical composition, structure or energy content
Involves design, construction, managing and operation of industrial scale processes
Also involved in environmental engineering, including sustainable development, air pollution control and waste treatment

31. An Example
Chemists discovered that hydrogen (H2) can be produced using the steam-methane reforming reaction:
CH4 + H2O → CO + 3H2
This reaction also needs high temperatures (700 to 800°C) and catalyst
Chemical engineers design and operate the large reformer furnaces needed to manufacture H2 on a large scale
At Bapco we have two reformers:

32. Bapco’s Old Steam Methane Reformer

33. Bapco’s New Steam Methane Reformer

34. Where Do Chemical Engineers Work? Traditional Areas
Oil Refining (Bapco downstream)
Oil and Gas production (Bapco Upstream)
Chemicals (GPIC)
Aluminium (ALBA)
Plastics, synthetic fibres
Mining and metallurgy
Pharmaceuticals and cosmetics
Energy e.g. coal, natural gas, hydro, solar, nuclear
Environmental engineering

35. Where Do Chemical Engineers Work? (cont’d.) Traditional Areas
Materials Science
Water – all aspects
Food and Drink industry
Process Plant and Equipment Design and Manufacture
Business and Management
Consultancy
Biochemical engineering
Biomedical engineering

36. Where Do Chemical Engineers Work? (cont’d.) Traditional Areas
Technical sales
Health and Safety
Economics
Nanotechnology
Teaching at all levels
Research
Waste treatment
Pulp and paper

37. Where Do Chemical Engineers Work? (cont’d.) Less Common Areas
Drilling, exploration and geology
Law e.g. expert witness, patents, arbitration
Financial Investment and Banking
Industrial Insurance
Politics
Forensics
Quality Assurance
Journalism
Publishing
Librarianship

38. The Outlook for Chemical Engineers
The future is very bright:
Chemical engineers have a unique and very broad range of skills that are easily transferable
Chemical engineers are highly valued by a wide range of employers
Chemical engineers can work anywhere
There is a huge worldwide demand for chemical engineers which cannot be met
Situation unlikely to change for several years

39. Where Do Chemical Engineers Work at Bapco?
Mainly in the Technical Services Department
30 chemical engineers
3 women in supervisory levels
Several in Operations Department at different levels
Some also in Planning, Project Engineering, Plant Engineering, Quality Assurance
Some in Oil Production
Some in Marketing

40. Bapco Technical Services Department (TSD)
TSD is the process engineering centre for Bapco
Technically very strong
Work is challenging and satisfying
Use of latest tools, equipment and technology
Committed to training and continuing professional development

41. Technical Services Department (cont’d.)
TSD engineers are involved in:
Optimization of the existing process units
Identification of opportunities to improve performance
Creation and development of ideas
Identification and initiation of major projects
Providing technical support to many other departments, especially operation

42. Technical Services Department (cont’d.)
TSD engineers are intimately involved in all the major projects:
Low Sulphur Diesel Production Project ($680 million)
Refinery Gas Desulphurisation Project ($140 million)
Waste Water Treatment Plant Project ($130 million)
Lube Base Oil project ($380 million)
TSD engineers are also part of the team looking at the Bapco Refinery Master Plan ($ 2.0+ billion)

43. Potential Scholars – What We’re Looking For…
A strong interest in chemical engineering, petroleum engineering or geology - a passion
Excellent English language skills - minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or TOEFL 550
High performing Towjehiya students (Maths / Sciences) – minimum cumulative GPA 97%
A minimum of 34 points at I.B. Diploma with Physics / Chemistry / Maths scores of 5+ at the Higher level
GCE ‘A’ level ABB including Maths/Chemistry. Physics preferred.
Self starters – young people with enquiring minds – evidence of team playing abilities

44. Scholarships – What We Offer
Foundation year (if needed)
3 or 4 year degree programmes
Gulf countries, UK, Australia, USA at a top university
Internship / Industrial experience during summer periods
A job in a challenging working environment - sound career prospects

45. Scholarships – More Details
All university fees paid for by Bapco
Generous living and utility allowances covering food, electricity, gas, phone, internet, books, clothing
Accommodation costs
One travel ticket to/from Bahrain each year

46. Scholarships – Your Commitment
Work hard to achieve top grades – we expect the best!
Regularly communicate your activities and results to Bapco
Positively embrace the challenges of overseas living and adapt to university life
Participate in the wider aspects of university life – learn new things about yourself
Work for Bapco on completion of your degree – this is a contractual commitment

47. During Your Academic Journey We Offer……
Support and encouragement
Regular contact via phone, and visits
Work experience opportunities at Bapco

48. And Beyond – After You Graduate………
Excellent graduate training and development opportunities at Bapco
Coaching from line specialists and from a dedicated Career Development Specialist
Excellent career opportunities
A challenging and stimulating working environment

49. The Bapco Employment Package – Brief Details
A competitive salary, annual review and bonus
Excellent savings and pension schemes
Subsidised housing loan facilities
Healthcare (medical and dental)
Recreation facilities
A challenging work environment with no chance to get bored – career development opportunities

50. Next Steps Follow the application guidelines explained on this website
Take time to prepare your application fully, and submit it by the closing date – note that applications received after the closing date cannot be considered
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