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First edition of the PDO ended after 2 years of training and took over 70% of the class started in 2024 to Foresea’s offshore operations
Foresea concluded the first edition of the Offshore Development Program, known as PDO, with 34 trainees hired in the company’s offshore operations. Therefore, the result represents more than 70% utilization of the class started in 2024.
According to the company, the program was created to accelerate the training of professionals prepared for the company’s technical, operational, and cultural demands. Additionally, the initiative aimed to strengthen the specialized workforce for the offshore drilling sector.
According to Foresea, the journey lasted 2 years. During this period, participants underwent technical training, practical experience, and supervised boarding on the company’s units.
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Program started in 2024 and advanced with technical training integrated into the offshore routine
The PDO was launched in 2024, in partnership with Firjan SENAI. Also in 2024, the inaugural class brought together trainees and representatives of the institutions at the Firjan SENAI unit in Benfica, Rio de Janeiro.
Later, on January 29, 2025, Foresea celebrated the conclusion of the theoretical cycle of the first class. Subsequently, participants advanced to the practical stage, with supervised boarding on the company’s rigs.
Thus, the program combined:
- technical classes at the SENAI Institute of Industrial Automation Technology;
- supervised boarding on Foresea’s rigs;
- gradual integration into the offshore operational routine;
- training aligned with safety standards and operational excellence.
Trainees joined as CLT employees from the beginning of the training
One of the differentiators of the Foresea Offshore Development Program was the accelerated development model. After all, the trainees joined as CLT employees from the beginning of the training.
Furthermore, the initiative included professionals with technical training in areas related to offshore operations. Among them were mechanics, mechatronics, electrical, electronics, electrotechnics, oil and gas.
Areas related to crane operations were also included. Thus, the program aimed to form an internal talent pipeline to support the company’s activities.
Executives and Participants Highlight PDO’s Impact on Offshore Career
The Vice President of People and Management at Foresea, Hygo Souza, stated that hiring 70% of the first class shows the company’s success in investing in new talents. According to him, the program was structured to train professionals aligned with safety, operational excellence, and continuous learning.
Additionally, participants who were hired highlighted the impact of PDO on entering the offshore sector. Laryssa Silva, now a Subsea Assistant on the drillship ODN II, stated that the program was an important gateway for her career.
Similarly, Valnei Luiz, a Subsea Assistant on the drillship Norbe IX, emphasized the connection between classroom learning and operational practice. According to him, the onboard routine showed how the studied content appears in the day-to-day operations of the ship.
Meanwhile, Karyne Vidal, an electrotechnical technician hired for the drillship ODN I, highlighted that PDO allowed her to learn about equipment, understand their operating principles, and acquire essential knowledge.
Finally, Dereck Lucas, an electronics technician onboard the ODN II, stated that the experience brought more than technical knowledge. For him, the program also reinforced discipline, safety, teamwork, and professional development.
Training Aims to Strengthen Workforce for Offshore Drilling
With the completion of the first edition, Foresea reinforces the importance of technical training integrated with onboard practice. Additionally, the result indicates the relevance of programs aimed at qualifying professionals for the offshore market.
Named sources: Foresea, Firjan SENAI, TN Petróleo, and Portos e Navios.
