PETRONAS Leadership Centre (PLC) has been honored with the prestigious Gold Class II Award at the 42nd Malaysian Society for Occupational Safety & Health (MSOSH) Awards, held at Sunway Resort Hotel, Petaling Jaya on 11 November 2024. This significant milestone, marking our first-ever OSH recognition, is a testament to PLC’s steadfast commitment to nurturing a culture where Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) excellence is more than a goal—it’s our way of life.

The award was received by our esteemed Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of PLC, Shazlina Shahriman, the HSE Division and the Auditee team, embodying the dedication that pulses through every member of our team. This achievement was built on the back of rigorous site verification and audit on 9 July 2024, conducted by a team of expert MSOSH auditors. It further validates PLC’s proactive approach to safety and steadfast adherence to the highest standards of compliance.

On 5 to 6 November 2024, PETRONAS Leadership Centre (PLC) proudly hosted the WBCSD Leadership Programme 2024 at the Upstream Experience Centre and CENERGI Biogas Plant. This esteemed initiative organised by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) aimed to empower business leaders with insights and strategies for sustainability-driven decision-making.

Programme Highlights

For over 20 years, the WBCSD Leadership Programme has provided key insights and cutting-edge research to representatives from nearly 150 companies. This year’s collaboration with Yale University and International Institute for Management Development (IMD) focused on pioneering approaches to integrate sustainable practices into business strategies. The programme featured 46 participants from global industry leaders such as PETRONAS, Amazon, Danone, and Shell, who began their learning journey since March 2024 in understanding and leading Sustainable Development. Together with WBCSD, Corporate Sustainability Office (CSO) and Sunway University, PLC co-developed the Sustainable Development in Action module with insightful sharing and experiential learning.

Sustainable Development in Action

On 5 November 2024, Liza Mustapha, Executive Vice President & Group Chief Financial Officer, PETRONAS welcomed participants to the Upstream Experience Centre and shared her insights on Asia’s pathway to net-zero and PETRONAS’ comprehensive energy transition strategy.

We’re excited to share that PLC took home the “Excellence in Technology Adoption (Training Provider)” award at the Human Resource Development (HRD) Awards 2024! This prestigious recognition was presented at the awards ceremony on 7 November at MITEC in Kuala Lumpur, an evening that celebrated the best in human capital development across Malaysia.

Our very own Head of Learning & Campus Experience, M Syarin M Yussof, proudly accepted the award on behalf of PLC in the presence of esteemed guests, including Deputy Prime Minister Dato’ Sri Fadillah Yusof and Datuk Azman Bin Mohd Yusof, Secretary General, Ministry of Human Resources.

The HRD Awards – organised by HRD Corp – are Malaysia’s top honour in human resource development. These awards recognise outstanding contributions that truly make a difference in how people are managed, trained, and developed in our country. Winning in the Excellence in Technology Adoption category is a huge milestone for us, as it highlights PLC’s commitment to using advanced technology to create dynamic, engaging learning experiences for our participants. We’re passionate about equipping our participants with the tools they need to grow, adapt, and lead – all while keeping pace with industry trends and tech advancements.

The HRD Awards go beyond just handing out trophies; they aim to inspire and uplift the whole industry. On top of this award, PLC was also a finalist in the “Excellence in Learning Innovation” category, which further displays our commitment to pushing the boundaries of training. This acknowledgment shows our dedication to creative, forward-thinking approaches in learning that make a real impact on our participants.

This recognition strengthens our mission to drive human capital development in PETRONAS. We’re incredibly proud of this achievement, and it motivates us to keep finding new ways to elevate our training programmes.

A big thank you to our dedicated team, supportive partners, and enthusiastic participants who make this journey worthwhile. This award is a reflection of each of you who have contributed to making PLC what it is today. Here’s to shaping a future where learning is always evolving, and where innovation is at the heart of everything we do!’

PETRONAS Leadership Centre (PLC) has added yet another feather to its cap by emerging as the winner of the Energy Efficient Building – Tropical Building Category at the esteemed ASEAN Energy Awards 2024. This prestigious recognition reflects PLC’s dedication to energy-efficient operations and its ongoing efforts to maintain its green design through innovative and sustainable solutions.

The ASEAN Energy Awards, held on 27 September 2024, in Vientiane, Lao PDR, in conjunction with the 24th ASEAN Energy Business Forum (AEBF) 2024, stands as Southeast Asia’s highest accolade in the energy sector. Organised by the ASEAN Centre for Energy and hosted by the Ministry of Energy and Mines (MEM) of Lao PDR, the event honours organisations that make significant contributions to advancing energy efficiency, renewable energy, and clean energy adoption. PLC’s win aligns with the forum’s broader mission to promote regional collaboration and sustainability best practices within the private sector.

PLC’s emergence as the winner in the Energy Efficient Building – Tropical Building Category is a reflection of its three core pillars: Leadership, Innovation, and Sustainability. While sustainability is always a work in progress, the PLC campus was designed with sustainability in mind, integrating green building practices and efficient energy usage into its core operations. This recognition marks just one of many steps PLC is taking to support PETRONAS’ long-term sustainability agenda.

Living our vision of “Leading with Purpose, Accelerating Progress,” PETRONAS Leadership Centre (PLC) is proud to announce that our Leadership Academy has won the Silver Award in the Best In-house Learning Academy category at the recent Employee Experience Awards (EXA) 2024! The award was proudly received by our Head of Leadership Academy, Asrif Omar Che Yusoff, and Programme Leads, Hazrin Hanim Rani and Viknesh Kumar Naleyah.

This recognition places PLC among the top contenders out of nine finalists, alongside established in-house learning institutions from industry leaders. It stands as a true testament to our unwavering dedication, collaborative spirit, and commitment to empowering PETRONAS’ greatest asset—its people—to become exceptional leaders.

Held at Le Méridien Petaling Jaya on 7 June 2024, EXA—the region’s premier Human Resources (HR) awards programme—celebrated its fourth edition. EXA shines a spotlight on trailblazing organisations that leverage employee-centric strategies to drive value and maintain a competitive edge. The awards celebrate excellence in leadership, continuous learning opportunities, active employee engagement, and strategic talent acquisition—all core values deeply embedded in PLC’s pillars. This recognition serves as a strong validation of our dedication to these areas.

Dubbed as the “Oscars of Real Estate,” the FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Awards are a coveted recognition of achievement in the global property development industry.1 Just over a year after the grand opening, PETRONAS Leadership Centre (PLC) has secured a significant milestone on the world stage by clinching the Silver Award in the Purpose-Built category at this prestigious event. Held at Gardens by the Bay, Singapore, on 30th May 2024, the FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Awards celebrate and recognise global excellence in real estate development.

“The FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Awards stand as a beacon of distinction, recognising outstanding projects that not only exemplify architectural and design brilliance but also embody the values of sustainability, community engagement, and ethical business practices,” remarked Budiarsa Sastrawinata, FIABCI World President, during the ceremony.

This year’s FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence ceremony saw participation from leading real estate developers in countries like the United Kingdom, Taiwan, Austria, Hungary, Brazil, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and India. Comprised of over 60 real estate experts from 35 countries, the discerning judging committee was on the lookout for projects that align with the FIABCI’s core values.

It is crucial for leaders to understand and manage their most precious natural resource – energy. Harnessing this resource for the long term starts with realising all aspects of our lives that may affect it significantly.

With that in mind, PETRONAS Leadership Centre invited Tony Schwartz, founder & CEO of The Energy Project to speak on Optimising Leadership Resilience for Sustainability. Directly addressing the demanding lives lead by his audience, he explains that though time is finite, energy can be expanded, renewed and used more efficiently to make up our overall capacity for life. And as leaders, they play the role of Chief Energy Officers over those they lead – which includes mobilising, inspiring, and renewing people’s energy to focus on things that matter.

The Four Dimensions of Energy

Tony walked them through the four dimensions of energy; Physical, Emotional, Mental & Spiritual. Knowing the hectic days that our top leaders endure, he pressed on sleep hygiene as one of the main sources of energy, encouraging us to sleep at least 7 hours a day for optimal energy renewal. What about those mid-day slumps, usually after lunch? Tony’s a firm believer of working in sprints and listening to our body, which includes squeezing in tactical naps in the day to bring us back to our productive zone. This also applies to taking full advantage of our mental focus, where he highlighted that humans are not meant to multi-task like computers. Our ability to accomplish a task is reduced by 25% when we do this, which is leakage that we could potentially channel into more important things!

The Energy Quadrants

Ideally, we would like to be in the performance zone of our energy quadrant, but more likely than not, we are pushed into the survival zone, especially when you feel like your self-worth or value is at stake. In this case Tony reminds us that the more energy you spend defending your value, the less energy you have available to create value. Imagine this – a staff puts in the hours, though all their efforts go unnoticed, or even worse, the leader only ever picks out the mistakes that the staff does! A simple focused recognition can go a long way in keeping the staff engaged and motivated in channeling their energy to strive better at work, rather than spending that time and energy continuously doubting themselves on whether what they do actually matters.

“Coaching is more than just a performance booster. It’s about unlocking your full potential and guiding you towards success, both professionally and personally,” declared Siti Ayu Abdul Wahab, Head of PETRONAS Sabah and Labuan Regional Office (PSLRO), in her opening speech at PETRONAS’ inaugural regional Coaching Campaign 2024.

Held on 7 and 8 May at Menara PETRONAS, Kota Kinabalu, the event was led by the Coaching Academy, under PETRONAS Leadership Centre (PLC), in collaboration with the PETRONAS Sabah team (PSLRO & SBA). It aimed to equip Sabah-based employees with valuable coaching insights and fuel their personal and professional growth.

The objectives of the Coaching Campaign 2024 were to:

1. Heighten awareness on what coaching is and instill the belief that coaching will allow teams to win and push talent potential.
2. Deepen understanding on why coaching is relevant to support talent development in delivering business results and accelerate growth in the company.
3. Rally leaders to start role-modeling coaching practices within their circles of influence and make coaching a pervasive culture.

Choosing Sabah as the launchpad for this initiative underscores PETRONAS’ commitment to maximising employee potential through coaching.

An Event Packed with Insights and Interaction

The first day featured Jonathan Low, a renowned speaker and master certified coaching expert recognised as one of Asia’s leading sales, service, and leadership optimisers. He dazzled the audience with his session titled “Embrace the Coach Within: Cultivating a Habit of Coaching Excellence.” He covered elements of a coaching culture, introduced a coaching model, shared practical coaching tips, and even conducted a live coaching demonstration.

Throughout the day, interactive sessions like Speak Up Your Mind, Coach Develop Coach, and Coaching Masterclass allowed participants to engage in open discussions, share coaching knowledge and experiences, and learn fundamental coaching principles. Additionally, Coach Corner and exhibition booths provided information on various coaching topics such as Leadership, Innovation, and Agile coaching.

We are thrilled to announce that the PETRONAS Leadership Centre (PLC) has been honoured with the prestigious FIABCI (Federation Internationale des Administrateurs de Bien-Conselis Immobiliers) Malaysia Property Award 2023 in the Purpose-Built category. This accolade is a testament to PLC’s persistent commitment to architectural innovation, environmental sustainability, and leadership excellence. Achieving this award required meeting rigorous criteria across several dimensions: the project’s overall concept and execution, architectural and design innovation, development and construction practices, financial and marketing strategies, environmental impact mitigation, adherence to safety and maintenance standards, and contributions to community benefits. Each of these aspects underlines PLC’s comprehensive approach to embodying excellence in creating spaces that inspire and facilitate leadership, innovation, and sustainable progress.

The award was presented to Pn Masalina Ujang, Head of Programme Management & Campus Experience, at a glittering ceremony held at One World Hotel, Petaling Jaya, Selangor. This marks PLC’s inaugural victory at the FIABCI Malaysia Property Awards.

At the heart of PLC’s design philosophy lies a fusion of cutting-edge smart ecosystem features with adaptable spaces, motion sensors for energy efficiency, abundant natural lighting, and advanced water harvesting systems. More than just a physical structure, PLC embodies the seamless integration of work, leadership, innovation, and sustainability. It stands as a symbol of how spaces can inspire and facilitate the convergence of these essential pillars.

This recognition by FIABCI-Malaysia highlights our commitment to our tagline of “Leading with Purpose, Accelerating Progress” in PETRONAS. It validates our mission to develop not just exceptional spaces but also leaders who champion sustainable change. This award marks a significant milestone, motivating us to further excel in improving campus facilities and leadership development. It strengthens our collective dedication to enhancing learning experiences, aligned with our goals for a sustainable future.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the entire team for their dedication, hard work, and outstanding contributions. Your efforts have not only contributed to this significant achievement but also set the stage for future successes.

As we celebrate this remarkable milestone, let us recommit to our core values and continue to drive progress, inspired by our collective achievements and the bright future ahead.

PLC
Leading with Purpose, Accelerating Progress.