Oil and gas jobs made easy

SAS 2030 Namibia officially launched its Windhoek office in the capital on Friday.Country manager Saloman Kalondo said the local office of the international Africa-focused group marks the culmination of a journey to create opportunities for Namibians in the growing oil and gas sector.Claude Parfait Mahounguo attended the event to outline the history of SAS International Group, which he described as the first African multinational company specialising in oil and gas staffing solutions, services, and business representation across the continent. Established in the late 2000s with its first branch in Congo (Brazzaville), the group has since expanded to Senegal, Angola, Côte d’Ivoire, and now Namibia.Mahounguo, who heads the group’s UK and Europe office, explained that part of his role is to establish partnerships to train and certify employees sourced locally by SAS 2030. With 15 years of experience in human resources, payroll, local compliance, and mobility services, the group brings extensive knowledge and insight into operating across Africa’s diverse markets. “At SAS, people are at the centre of everything we do,” Mahounguo stressed. “Our partnerships with leading global organisations allow us to deliver world-class solutions tailored to local realities.”The company emphasised that the launch of SAS 2030 Namibia represents more than just opening an office. “It is a commitment to connecting global expertise with local opportunity, strengthening Namibia’s oil and gas sector, and contributing to long-term economic growth.”ServicesServices to be offered in Windhoek include human resources and staffing, advisory and consulting, training and skills transfer, project support, and regulatory guidance. One immediate priority, Mahounguo said, is to establish a strong online presence to help Namibians access information about opportunities and facilitate communication with SAS 2030 Namibia and its global affiliates.In a message, Group Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, Jean-Noel Makaya, thanked SAS International’s partners, stakeholders, and guests for their support. “Your support strengthens our mission to empower Africa’s oil and gas industry and to create lasting impact in every market we serve,” he said.Mahounguo added: “Together, we will build bridges between local talent and global opportunity.” Kalondo reaffirmed: “We are committed to building capacity, creating value, and working hand in hand for a stronger future.”Reflecting on similar experiences in Senegal, Mahounguo noted how SAS International helped shape the local workforce there, enabling communities to participate in the industry. “We will apply the same system here,” he said, adding that SAS intends to use its expertise to train Namibian jobseekers to participate in the country’s oil and gas growth.Close relationshipsHe explained that SAS maintains close relationships with employees for as long as they remain on the group’s payroll: “We are responsible for the individual and maintain regular contact until the client decides to put them on their own payroll. Until then, we meet with them weekly. Clients report mistakes directly to us, and we are paid to look after them. We take care of our people, and our clients value that.”SAS 2030 Namibia is also seeking expert advice on labour laws and unions in Namibia. “We are making a study of it,” Mahounguo said. With the local industry still developing, he acknowledged that some skilled workers will initially come from abroad. “For us, the priority is preparing Namibians for tomorrow. Once certified, they will not only be able to work in Namibia but anywhere in the world. The focus now shifts to post-launch and delivering on that promise.”

Oil and gas jobs made easy

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