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Smarter Workforce. Safer Operations.

Kent Academy for Operational Readiness

Empowering your teams with the skills and confidence to perform - anywhere complex energy projects demand excellence.

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Worldwide delivery, locally adapted.

Tailored Training for Operational Impact

In a high-stakes industry, workforce competence isn't optional - it's critical. Kent delivers bespoke training solutions that ensure your personnel are site-ready, safety-focused, and aligned to your specific operational goals.

Our approach goes beyond instruction. We assess, profile, and develop individuals through structured, end-to-end learning pathways that lead to recognised certifications and real-world capability.

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Global Reach, Local Focus

We’ve trained thousands of energy professionals worldwide, always adapting to local needs, cultures, and regulations.

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Designed for Energy. Built for Performance.

Our training accelerates Operations Readiness with immersive, blended programs covering every major oil and gas discipline. Whether in-person, digital, or simulator-based, we ensure teams are confident and capable from day one.

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Upskilling at Scale

From onboarding new sites to transferring expertise across borders, we future-proof entire O&M workforces - especially in critical CSU roles.

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Capability growth for teams.

What We Offer

Operational Readiness Consultancy

  • Specialist SME advice and support for operational frameworks, performance improvement and strategic operational excellence delivery.

Blended Learning

  • Classroom instruction
  • On-the-job coaching & mentoring
  • Digital learning modules
  • VR & simulator training

Full Capability Development

  • Competence frameworks
  • Training Needs & Gap Analysis
  • Bespoke content & courseware
  • Assessment & certification pathways
  • Train-the-Trainer programs

Smart Training Infrastructure

  • Learning & Competency Management Systems
  • Digital learner tracking
  • Knowledge management system design

Real-World Learning Model

We follow the 70:20:10 framework - anchoring learning in real tasks, guided mentorship, and structured training.

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From entry-level to expert - training tailored to every role.

Who We Train

Graduates & entry-level engineers
Console & field process operators
CSU supervisors, engineers & techs
Maintenance teams
Government & localisation programs
IOCs and NOCs
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KIPIC – Kuwait

Developed training and documentation to ensure a smooth start-up at one of the world’s largest refineries.

PDO – Oman

Built a national pool of CSU professionals aligned with Oman’s In-Country Value (ICV) goals.

TCO – Kazakhstan

Trained over 1,200 CSU technicians via two purpose-built centres in Atyrau and Tengiz.

ExxonMobil / PetroChina & BOC – Iraq

Upskilled local teams for safe CSU and O&M delivery at West Qurna 1, supporting seamless client transitions.

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Measurable impact, not just skills.

Training That Drives Performance

Kent’s training isn’t just about skills - it’s about results. We deliver measurable impact through:

Higher productivity and compliance
Operational alignment with strategic goals
Boosted morale and retention
Leadership pipeline development
Reduced risk and improved safety
A culture of continuous improvement
Clear ROI and readiness gains
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Embedding expertise to enhance safety, efficiency and performance

Our Operational Excellence Consulting Service

At Kent, we go beyond training. Our Operational Readiness Consultancy Service places seasoned Subject Matter Experts alongside our clients, helping them achieve safer, smarter, and more efficient operations.

From enhancing existing OE frameworks to optimising SOPs, performance management, and continuous improvement, our specialists bring deep discipline knowledge and industry-recognised accreditations in TQM, ISO standards, Lean Six Sigma, risk management, and safety.

Whether you’re looking for a strategic review, hands-on improvements, or awareness training that embeds a culture of excellence, Kent’s Operational Readiness experts help bridge the gap between people, process, and performance, so your teams can deliver more, every day.

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