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WorkforcePlanningPlanning for the future

You’ll beworking withexpertsArrow has partnered with industry experts from Energy SkillsQueensland (ESQ) to help deliver this ground-breaking workforceplanning project. These experts will provide support to courseparticipants throughout the project.With unique industry insights, ESQ can deliver education, analysisand consulting support to assist industry, government, business andindividuals to work together to address future workforce needs.Anthea Middleton, Workforce Planning Manager atESQ, has extensive experience in determining currentand future skills needs for the energy and mining andresources sectors in Queensland. Anthea also has broadexperience in workforce planning and analytics, workingat enterprise and industry level to understand futureskills requirements.Anthea will be working with participants throughout the project toassist Traditional Owners to analyse and identify potential opportunitiesand plan for the future of their communities’ participation in theCSG-LNG industry.Rob Kivits, Workforce Research Analyst at ESQ,has extensive knowledge and practical experience inpolicy analysis, workforce analysis, network analysis,stakeholder analysis, modelling and statistics. Robhas experience across multiple industries, includinginfrastructure and energy.Rob is a published author in international journals, has participated inlarge research projects and holds notable qualifications including aPhD Business Management; MSc, Engineering and Policy Analysis; andBSc, Aerospace Engineering. He will be assisting participants throughoutthe project with a focus on regional and industry workforce analysis.

ArrowEnergyArrow Energy is one ofAustralia’s largest integratedenergy companies. Arrowcurrently provides around 20 percent of Queensland’s gas and isplanning a coal seam gas (CSG)to liquefied natural gas (LNG)project to meet growing globaldemand for cleaner energy.Arrow realises it will touchupon many people in thecommunities where it worksand is committed to striking theright balance between economic,environmental and social aspectsof the project and positivelyinfluencing individuals andcommunities.Through connecting Aboriginaland Torres Strait Islander peoplewith business and careeropportunities, Arrow aims toassist in fostering economicindependence and prosperityfor Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander communities, businessesand people.Whanu BinalProgramIn the language of the WesternGugu Yalanji people, the ‘Whanu’is a strong tree with deep rootsand ‘Binal’ is the developmentof knowledge from infancy to anElder.The Whanu Binal program aimsto provide Aboriginal and TorresStrait Islander businesses andindividuals with the knowledgeand skills necessary to gain workin the CSG industry. The programis intended to develop capacitywithin these communities byproviding a greater awarenessand understanding of businessand employment opportunitiesin the CSG industry, buildingthe knowledge required toenter Arrow’s supply chain,and equipping individuals withthe skills needed to secureemployment in the industry.The Whanu Binal programfeatures three separateprojects:1. business development2. employment and training3. workforce planning.Upon completion of thetraining, individuals willhave the skills and toolsnecessary to seek andapply for business andemployment opportunitieswithin the CSG industry.

WorkforceplanningWhy get involved?The Whanu Binal workforceplanning project offers acollaborative environment forTraditional Owners and industryexperts to assess the locallandscape and identify futurecareer and supply opportunities.This process enables TraditionalOwners to develop strategies forcommunity members to identifyand secure genuine supplier andemployment opportunities.The program isintended to developcapacity withinthese communitiesby providing agreater awarenessand understandingof business andemploymentopportunities.Who can attend?The Whanu Binal workforceplanning project is designedspecifically for Traditional Ownerrepresentatives in regions thatare experiencing growth in theCSG industry.Places are strictly limited, soregistration is essential to secureyour place.Please note - course participationis free, and participants will notbe paid for their involvement.How to registerTo take part in the Whanu Binalworkfore planning project,register onlinewww.arrowenergy.com.auAlternatively, call(07) 3721 8800 for moreinformation about the program.

Upcoming coursesWorkforce planning courses will soon commence in the WesternDowns and Gladstone regions. Additional courses in other regionswill be held in 2014.• Early 2013 – Traditional Owner representatives located in theGladstone/Bundaberg and Western Downs regions• 2014 – Traditional Owner representatives located in the BowenBasin, Galilee Basin and coastal regions.Western Downs regionOne day introductory session9.30-1pm on Wednesday20 February 2013Picnic Point Function Centre,164 Tourist Road, ToowoombaTwo day workshop(with four additional two-dayworkshops to follow)26-27 March 2013Picnic Point Function Centre,164 Tourist Road, ToowoombaGladstone regionOne day introductory session9.30-1pm on Friday22 February 2013Yaralla Sports Club, Cnr Woodand Bell Streets, GladstoneTwo day workshop(with four additional two-dayworkshops to follow)20-21 March 2013Yaralla Sports Club, Cnr Woodand Bell Streets, GladstoneCourse structureOne day introductory sessionLearn about the Whanu Binal program, the CSG-LNG industry andbusiness opportunities in the industry.Workforce planning bootcamp – a series of five, two day workshopswith industry expert consultant.Strategically assess the local landscape and learn how to identifyopportunities and prepare your business road map.

For more information aboutWhanu Binal WorkforcePlanningPhone: (07) 4972 5977Email:indigenousrelations@arrowenergy.com.auOnline: www.arrowenergy.com.auThis project is proudly delivered inpartnership with:Legal DisclaimerWhile Arrow Energy Pty Ltd has endeavoured to ensure that all information provided in this publication is accurate andup to date at the time of publication, it takes no responsibility for any error or omission relating to this information. Tothe maximum extent permitted by law, Arrow Energy Pty Ltd will not be liable for any cost, loss or damage (whethercaused by negligence or otherwise) suffered by you through your use of this publication.Find out more online @www.arrowenergy.com.auBRISBANE DALBY MORANBAH GLADSTONEThis brochure is printedon paper stocks that areenvironmentally responsibleand carbon neutral.AE_262_01_12 © Arrow Energy Pty Ltd February 2013