Mentoring Scheme

Mentoring is a powerful tool in career development for anyone working in the exciting and dynamic industries focused on Energy (from hydrocarbons to geothermal)!

Mentees

why not take the opportunity to learn from another enthusiastic, knowledgeable member of our great society?  Not only through extensive technical knowledge, but also soft skills like communication and leadership.

Mentors

And of course, this is a mutually beneficial interaction, ranging from a focused short session or two on a specific topic to a more longer-term relationship.  We also offer mentoring in small groups to discuss topics and address challenges.  It’s up to you!

 

1-to-1 mentoring is a Partnership.
It’s confidential, as the mentor offers a safe and private environment for the mentee to discuss work related issues and explore solutions to challenges.
Mentors can support positive development, and can offer insights into the into the challenges and opportunities that mentees encounter.  Mentors encourage the widest possible use of appropriate resources and this can include their own network.
Mentoring should be done over a fixed term with a goal to ensure the that appropriate action can be agreed to achieve it. The expectation would be up to six sessions over a 12 month period.

 

Mentee

Receiving mentoring through the GESGB can bring benefits such as:

  • Personal development leading to knowledge, technical and behavioural improvements
  • Management of career goals
  • Wider network of influence
  • Increased confidence and self-awareness to build performance and contribution

We will only match you with a mentor who suits your skill set and aspirations.

If you are interested in being mentored please email gesgb@ges-gb.org.uk

Please use the term ‘Mentee’ in the subject of your email


Mentor

GESGB YP Mentoring is an independent and flexible programme aimed at facilitating the transfer of knowledge through the industry. The GESGB YP Committee will match you with other members who have aspirations similar to your career. GESGB YP Mentors encourage the widest possible use of appropriate resources, and may offer their own network of contacts.

Benefits to the Mentor:

  • Drives self-awareness, presents an opportunity to reflect on own life experiences and career choices.
  • Improves management skills (e.g. active listening. appropriate challenging, coaching, giving motivational feedback.
  • Develops appreciation for the value of you own expertise.
  • Identifies new contacts.
  • Increases visibility throughout the industry.
  • Increases the understanding of the concerns of younger professionals in the industry.

If you are interested in becoming a mentor please email  gesgb@ges-gb.org.uk
Please use the term ‘Mentor’ in the subject of your email

 


Mentoring is Not

  • Someone else to solve your problems for you.
  • Providing training in specific task based skills.
  • Does not guarantee advancement and promotion.

 

Common Mentoring Discussions:
Knowledge: technical knowledge, industry information
Networking: contacts to widen knowledge
Career Development: the future, job transition, development alongside role
People Management Skills: presentations, influencing, time management
Overcoming Challenges: managing difficult situations, lack of autonomy