The lack of hydrography studies in PNG is forcing mining companies to invest in training in the field.
And Ok Ted Mining Limited (OTML) is at the forefront of training local hydrographers.
According to the Mining and Petroleum Review (Vol. 4, Issue 3), OTML has engaged a trainer from TAFE Australia under the Australian Laboratory Services (ALS) Hydrography Qualification Training to teach three of its staff.
Currently they are working on attaining their Certificate III in Water Operations after OTML the temporary shit down of OTML
“Now that the students are back at work. they are at the half point of the course. Their final subject is scheduled to start before Christmas and we hope to have them graduate in February 2017,” says trainer Scott Walker.
Officers Lawrence Pimi, Regina Komboi, and Jessica Bablis, from OTML’s Environment Department are undergoing the training.
Superintendent Industrial Sites and Water Managamenet, Dexter Wagambie says Walker will assess the competence and skill level of the three.
“We have’nt had competent hydrographers for the past 10 years to work alongside Lawrence who is the only national hydrographer.”
“But now we are happy that two young women are joining the profession of hydrography.
Hydrography is the science of surveying and charting bodies of water, such as seas, lakes and rivers.
Picture credit: Papua New Guinea Mine Watch