Caring for People

Empowering Guyanese talent and creating economic opportunities

Noble has demonstrated a strong dedication to fostering professional development and creating economic opportunities for Guyanese nationals.

Noble has demonstrated a strong commitment to fostering professional development and creating economic opportunities for Guyanese nationals. Noble’s dedication is exemplified by scholarship program support and the remarkable careers of Denzel Southwell.

Through our launch of the Noble Marine Cadet Program in 2024, full scholarships were awarded to six Guyanese nationals. In 2025, this number will increase to twenty, providing more individuals with the opportunity to pursue careers in the marine sector. The program is designed to equip recipients with the necessary qualifications to excel in the offshore industry. Upon completing their training, these scholars are guaranteed employment, ensuring immediate job opportunities that contribute to the local economy. 

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direct local service providers engaged, along with staffing all offshore assets with Guyanese doctors

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Guyanese personnel were directly supporting Noble’s oil and gas and well delivery efforts

Since operations began in 2018, Noble has prioritized local workforce development in Guyana. Our initiatives include staffing all offshore assets with Guyanese doctors and working with over 70 direct local service providers. As of June 2024, approximately 400 Guyanese personnel were directly supporting Noble’s oil and gas and well delivery efforts. These initiatives not only boost the local economy but also ensure that Guyanese professionals are at the forefront of the country’s growing oil and gas industry. 

The story of Denzel Southwell further highlights Noble Corporation’s strong focus on nurturing local talent and fostering career growth.

Southwell’s journey with Noble began in January 2021 when he joined the Noble Tom Madden drillship as a Roustabout. His talents were quickly recognized, leading to a promotion to Rig Administrator.

He then joined the Operations Management Development Program (OMDP), which required a deep understanding of drilling operations. Denzel worked his way through various roles, including Floorhand, Shaker Hand, and Drilling Fluid Operator. In January 2024, he became Guyana’s first Auxillary Assistant Driller with the El Dorado Offshore (EDO) team. Denzel has since transitioned from an agency position to a direct hire role with Noble in Guyana.

Denzel’s rise through the ranks is truly inspiring because it shows the potential for growth and success within the industry to many aspiring Guyanese professionals. 

By prioritizing the development of Guyanese professionals, Noble is not only contributing to the country’s economic growth but also building a skilled and capable workforce that will drive the industry forward for years to come.

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