At JP, we believe that great mentors are like great teachers. They do more than share knowledge. They inspire, guide, and open doors to new possibilities. An example is Junai Bin Osman, one of the brains behind our Engineer Equipment Maintenance (EEM) Apprenticeship Programme.
The programme currently has 3 trainees. They have completed their practical On-the-Job Training (OJT) and are now taking on assignments such as developing work processes, briefing forms and job tasks. They are also producing tools like a “Bad Actor” chart, a troubleshooting guide and a training handbook.
Junai designed the apprenticeship framework after years in both Infrastructure Services (IS) and the Jurong Port Academy (JPA), where he honed his training expertise. Today, he leads technical training, conducts OJT, and continues to innovate – from developing an Electrical PM Handbook with clickable learning features to spearheading sustainability initiatives like energy-saving controls for equipment and lighting systems.
Mentoring, he admits, is not always easy. “It is like raising my own child,” he says with a smile, noting the patience, encouragement and willingness to guide. Coming from a difficult background himself, Junai understands the importance of support in helping people grow.
So what is his secret sauce to being a good mentor?
👉 Patience
👉 Careful planning
👉 Strong technical knowledge
👉 A commitment to ongoing self-study, so he is always ready to answer the tough questions
For Junai, the greatest reward is seeing his mentees gain confidence, rise to challenges and build a future for themselves and for JP.
