JEP/WKPP Newsletter March 2018

Operations & Maintenance

JEP Workshop Team In Action!

Members of the JEP Workshop Team (casuals) explaining the technicalities and importance of a scaffolding implemented in March at the Doctor Bird Facility. The team expressed that building a safe platform to access jobs difficult to reach is crucial to maintaining a safe work environment.

When asked for a quote regarding the quality of work and dedication of the JEP Workshop team, Facilities Supervisor, Audie Murphy only had great things to say:

of working and how to improve; and Member of the JEP Workshop Team recovering critical parts for a Turning Gear cover.

motivation from their trusted superior, Audie.

If ever led by the Workshop Team on a tour of the Doctor Bird Facility,

“The workshop team is a reliable

prepare for an engaging and memorable

force that solves problems within

experience! With enthusiasm, the team

the shortest possible time. With

provided a detailed overview of their daily

the highest level of accuracy

duties and expressed that they love what

and efficiency, we support all

they do.

departments and areas of the JEP and WKPP Plants.�

Audie Murphy, head of the Workshop Team, is admired by the workshop employees for his leadership skills and confidence in them and their work. Every morning, members gather to receive their tasks for the day; discuss ways

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Norman Wilson repairing a Turning Gear which is a critical part of engine maintenance.

Judy Walters recalibrating and repairing injector valves for a swing set.

Cylinder Head Specialists, Loring Howe and Norman Wilson, measuring an oversized seat to extend the life of cylinder heads.

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Machining and Fabrication Specialist, Owen Gordon, producing critical parts for a high voltage switch at DB1.

Kenroy Rhoden rodding the Charger Air Cooler to clear blockage which allows for proper cooling

Welding and Fabrication Specialist, Ronald Davis, preparing for a welding demonstration.

Casual worker, Faithful Love, cleaning lube oil filters

Powering solution

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Rohan Blair reconditioning liners for spares and swing sets.

Rohan Blair conducting a Roto Cap inspection for cylinder heads.

Rohan Blair transporting cylinder liners for reconditioning.

Chadrea Allen measuring a cylinder head and also sealing the surfaces.

Corporate Social Responsibility

JEP Contributes To Students Enrolled With

The Jamaica Association For The Deaf

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Annually, JEP disburses millions of dollars in educational scholarships and grants. This year, the company donated

J$200,000 in scholarships for students enrolled with the Jamaica Association for the Deaf (JAD)!

For the past two years, JEP has made steady contributions to the disabled community in the form of donations. In particular, the JAD received donations aimed at equipping children with hearing aids as well as computers, which are crucial for their learning process.

On April 29, Patrice Howell presented JEP’s contribution to Jamaica Association for the Deaf (JAD) executives Deniese Badroe, Director of Business Development (left) and Kimberley Sherlock, Executive Director.

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JEP Promotes

Community Development!

ORNAMENTAL FISHING AND GREENHOUSE FARMING

JEP’s Leighton O’Sullivan sharing his experience with Ornamental Fishing during the presentation in Old Harbour Bay

Giblatore residents attentively listening to Jervis Rowe during his educational session regarding greenhouse technology

As part of JEP/WKPP’s CSR efforts to

The Fisheries Division, which is an arm of the Ministry of Agriculture, was invited to

support community development, the

provide the residents of Old Harbour Bay with information regarding the requirements;

companies included two new projects

its market as well as the rewards of investing in this programme. JEP’s goal is to

this year- Ornamental Fishing and

sponsor this project with the hope that income collected can fund other community

Greenhouse Farming.

activities.

JEP took the opportunity to spearhead

Jervis Rowe, a renowned farmer and businessman, took the time out to meet with

two very important meetings in the

the residents of the Giblatore Community. Throughout the session, Jervis discussed

Giblatore and Old Harbour Bay

details about greenhouse technology and the expectations of the project.

communities, geared towards stimulating income generation for the development

Both projects will require the involvement of the residents, and we hope to complete

of their resources.

each project by April 30.

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JEP Participates in

ANNUAL FOREST TREK Each year, groups from various entities register to participate in a hike at different locations across the island. The primary aim of this activity is to showcase the various flora and fauna indigenous in Jamaica. JEP promotes this internally as a way to get the staff involved in healthy lifestyle habits and also to become more environmentally conscious.

On March 17, 2018, JEP/WKPP’s Trekkers participated in the annual Forest Trek in Cambridge Backlands Forest Reserve, Portland. This determined group, who anticipated a 14km journey, hiked 18km from the starting point!

Congrats to all who participated including Adrian Wills and Kayon Morgan who were first to arrive at the finish line!

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Doctor Bird House Awarded

1st Place In Annual

Sports Day CSR Committee members attended the annual Sports Day, held at the Blackwood Gardens Basic School on March 16, 2018.

The Doctor Bird House (red house) was awarded 1st place; and received great support from the staff who cheered for the students. JEP believes in encouraging healthy competition from a tender age so as to influence the development of good attitudes and behaviours.

This event is sponsored annually by JEP.

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WKPP Events

Corporate Social Responsibility

WKPP Continues To Invest In Youth Summer Programme

To reduce the number of incidents related to gang violence and other illicit activities within the communities, the Denham Town Police Station hosts an annual summer camp for children in West Kingston.

Though not uncommon to other inner-city residences, this community is plagued with economic and social ills which contribute to the retardation of citizen-police relationship, indiscipline, social decay and increased levels of crime and violence.

WKPP plays its part by contributing to the Summer Camp which is aimed at providing a structured learning environment to enhance learning through various skills. The Company is proud to be instrumental in the reduction of the number of crimes committed by this cohort of teenagers.

WKPP achieves such reduction through the annual sponsorship of the learning programme.

Representatives of WKPP will be present at the Opening Ceremony slated for July 2018. A total of J$250,000.00 was approved for this donation.

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SCHOLARSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE West Kingston Power Partners and Jamaica Energy Partners will be featured in Jamaica’s most popular print media, the Jamaica Gleaner.

The feature will entail testimonials from former recipients, their photographs as well as information about the programme.

The scholarship application deadline is June 25, with the recipient selection and awards ceremony to follow in July.

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2. DEFINITIONS a.

Children in the parish of St. Catherine- Must have lived in the parish for a minimum of five years and currently reside in the parish.

3. ELIGIBILITY a.

All children who live in the parish of St. Catherine based on the abovementioned definition; b.

Scholarship to be awarded for study at a recognized/accredited tertiary institution must be approved and regulated by the relevant governing bodies;

c.

An individual must be twenty-one years (21) or younger upon entry to the institution in order to benefit from this programme;

d.

Scholarship is provided for academic excellence and or financial need.

c.

Related expenses such as books, supplies and equipment required for courses;

The value of the scholarship will be dependent on the tertiary institution and the availability of funds by the company.

f.

The company maintains the right to discontinue funding and the programme at any time it deems fit.

g. d.

b.

However, as a guide the scholarship will be for a minimum of one year, provided that the student is able to maintain an average grade point average (GPA) of B+.

c.

Any recipient who falls below the required GPA for any semester will have a semester to improve the grades, should the scholarship be for a period greater than one (1) year. Failure to meet the required grade will result in the scholarship being discontinued. The individual may reapply should the grades be improved to the required level.

d.

The scholarship does not cover expenses such as room and board fees;

d.

iii. d.

Scholarships will be terminated on the following basis:

This award is eligible to both full time and part time students pursuing degree and diploma programmes. However, for part-time students to be eligible the individual must demonstrate exceptional circumstances that have prevented him/her from full-time enrolment;

5. DURATION & VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP a.

The duration and the value of the scholarship are dependent on the discretion of the management and board of directors of Jamaica Energy Partners.

4. EXPENSES COVERED a.

Scholarships will cover the following expenses: i.

Tuition; and ii.

e.

i.

Suspension from school for misconduct or inappropriate behaviour

ii.

Failure to meet academic progress

iii.

If the student was dishonest on the application for the scholarship.

6. APPLICATION PROCESS a.

Interested individuals must complete the attached application form and applications must be submitted by June 25 at 4:00 p.m., of each year. b.

The following must accompany the attached application: i.

ii.

The scholarship may be extended for a period not greater than the prescribed length of study as described and prescribed by the tertiary institution.

Letters of recommendation – must include one from school principal and one from a community member (JP or a Minister of Religion).

Essay must be between 500 and 550 words, typed, and double spaced.

Official transcript (CAPE/GCE results).

Applications must be addressed to the Community and Public Relations Specialist, WIKIP Place, Marcus Garvey Drive, Kingston 14, St. Andrew, Jamaica.

7. PAYMENT OF SCHOLARSHIP a.

Payments to be made will be in the name of the institution to be attended. b.

Payments will be made on a semester basis.

c.

Funds will be disbursed prior to the payment deadline of the institution.

d.

Awardees will be advised when the disbursements have been prepared by the accounts section.

e.

It is the responsibility of the recipient to inform the human resource manager of the deadline for payments.

APPLY TODAY! Applications are available on www.jamenergy.com

Deadline

Student Essay

June 25, 2018

a.

The essay must clearly state 3 things the candidate hopes to accomplish by pursuing higher learning.

For further information, please see contact details:

b.

How the area of study will benefit and help to support the community.

Telephone: 937-7936 / (876) 631-4341

c.

Powering a Brighter Future

1. INTRODUCTION Jamaica Energy Partners (JEP) recognizes the need for academic advancement in order to foster economic development in Jamaica. The Company remains committed to assist in laying the building blocks for academic success in the parish of St. Catherine, in which it operates. Two (2) recipients will benefit from a scholarship of J$250,000.00 each per school year, payable per semester, covering tuition, books and material.

Jamaica Energy Partners

Wikip Place, Marcus Garvey Drive, Kingston.

(876) 632-1779 / (876) 279-9270 Fax: (876) 937-7937

How the area of study is relevant to the energy sector in Jamaica.

Email: mnewman@jamenergy.com.

www.jamenergy.com @jamaicaenergypartners

2. DEFINITIONS a.

Children in the Western Kingston DivisionMust have lived in the Division for a minimum of five years and currently reside in the Division.

3. ELIGIBILITY a.

All children who live in the Western Kingston Division on the abovementioned definition; b.

Scholarship to be awarded for study at a recognized/accredited tertiary institution must be approved and regulated by the relevant governing bodies;

c.

An individual must be twenty-one years (21) or younger upon entry to the institution in order to benefit from this programme;

d.

Scholarship is provided for academic excellence and or financial need.

c.

Tuition; and

ii.

Related expenses such as books, supplies and equipment required for courses;

The scholarship does not cover expenses such as room and board fees; @jamaicaenergypartners

The value of the scholarship will be dependent on the tertiary institution and the availability of funds by the company.

f.

The company maintains the right to discontinue funding and the programme at any time it deems fit.

g. d.

This award is eligible to both full time and part time students pursuing degree and diploma programmes. However, for part-time students to be eligible the individual must demonstrate exceptional circumstances that have prevented him/her from full-time enrolment;

i.

Suspension from school for misconduct or inappropriate behaviour

ii.

Failure to meet academic progress

iii.

If the student was dishonest on the application for the scholarship.

6. APPLICATION PROCESS a.

Interested individuals must complete the attached application form and applications must be submitted by June 25 at 4:00 p.m., of each year.

b.

b.

c.

d.

However, as a guide the scholarship will be for a minimum of one year, provided that the student is able to maintain an average grade point average (GPA) of B+.

Any recipient who falls below the required GPA for any semester will have a semester to improve the grades, should the scholarship be for a period greater than one (1) year. Failure to meet the required grade will result in the scholarship being discontinued. The individual may reapply should the grades be improved to the required level.

The scholarship may be extended for a period not greater than the prescribed length of study as described and prescribed by the tertiary institution.

d.

iii. d.

Scholarships will be terminated on the following basis:

5. DURATION & VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP a.

The duration and the value of the scholarship are dependent on the discretion of the management and board of directors of Jamaica Energy Partners.

4. EXPENSES COVERED a.

Scholarships will cover the following expenses: i.

e.

The following must accompany the attached application: i.

Letters of recommendation – must include one from school principal and one from a community member (JP or a Minister of Religion).

ii.

Student Essay a.

b. c.

The essay must clearly state 3 things the candidate hopes to accomplish by pursuing higher learning.

How the area of study will benefit and help to support the community.

How the area of study is relevant to the energy sector in Jamaica.

Essay must be between 500 and 550 words, typed, and double spaced.

Official transcript (CAPE/GCE results).

Applications must be addressed to the Community and Public Relations Specialist, WIKIP Place, Marcus Garvey Drive, Kingston 14, St. Andrew, Jamaica.

7. PAYMENT OF SCHOLARSHIP a.

Payments to be made will be in the name of the institution to be attended. b.

Payments will be made on a semester basis.

c.

Funds will be disbursed prior to the payment deadline of the institution.

d.

Awardees will be advised when the disbursements have been prepared by the accounts section.

e.

It is the responsibility of the recipient to inform the human resource manager of the deadline for payments.

APPLY TODAY! Applications are available on www.jamenergy.com

Deadline

June 25, 2018 For further information, please see contact details:

Jamaica Energy Partners

Wikip Place, Marcus Garvey Drive, Kingston.

Telephone: (876) 937-7936 Fax: (876) 937-7937 Email: mnewman@jamenergy.com.

www.jamenergy.com

Powering a Brighter Future

1. INTRODUCTION West Kingston Power Partners (WKPP) recognizes the need for academic advancement in order to foster economic development in Jamaica. The Company remains committed to assist in laying the building blocks for academic success in the Western Kingston Division, in which it operates. Two (2) recipients will benefit from a scholarship of J$250,000.00 each per school year, payable per semester, covering tuition, books and material

JEP/WKPP Celebrate

International Women’s Day Every year on March 8, women are

education and other social and economic

celebrated for their achievements,

needs/opportunities across the world.

determination, and strength, worldwide, on International Women’s Day.

The theme was represented online as a strong call-to-action to engage

Throughout our lives, many of us can

women about the importance of the

attest to being raised by or have the

day . Women worldwide posted their

pleasure of meeting strong, smart and independent women. They have nurtured us, mentored us and inspired

views, photos, videos, and participated in conversations online using the hashtag #PressForProgress.

us in many ways; some even may have contributed to our many successes and accomplishments.

At JEP and WKPP, female employees gathered in their hard hats for a photo, using their hands to form the

How then do we show our gratitude for what is popularly referred to as “ the

#PressForProgress symbol, to show their support for the cause. To top off what

strength of a woman”?

was considered a memorable experience

Annually events are held all over

with roses, on behalf of both companies.

for the ladies, they were also surprised the world to celebrate women’s

JEP/WKPP’s President & CEO, Wayne

accomplishments, rights and to stop

McKenzie, sent an email acknowledging

discrimination in public as well as in the

the significance of International Women’s

workplace. To this end, the campaign

Day and thanked the ladies for their

theme for International Women’s Day

outstanding service and commitment to

(IWD) this year was #PressForProgress.

JEP and WKPP over the years.

Worldwide, women united and rallied for gender parity, the right to health,

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Photos and artwork were

WKPP’s Maintenance Manager, Giovani

circulated internally and also

Valentine, delivered the roses in Mr.

posted on JEP’s social media

McKenzie’s absence.

pages in honour of the day.

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Human Resources

WKPP Welfare Lyme Annually, the JEP/WKPP Social Welfare Committee hosts a series of events/ lymes to promote a healthy work/life balance; encourage camaraderie among employees and social interactions outside the office.

The first of such events was the WKPP Cooler Party which was held on Friday, March 23, at the Courtyard. Employees were encouraged prior, to gather their crews and stock their coolers for a night filled with entertainment and delectable food all courtesy of WKPP. Led by one of our in-house emcees, Leighton O’Sullivan, staff enjoyed playing dominoes, loodie, and throughout the night, participated in dance competitions, in which winners were awarded prizes and surprises.

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Exceptional event planning and execution by the WKPP Social

gratitude to all who attended and hope that this event was

and Welfare Committee. Members include Patrice Howell, Keisha

enjoyed by everyone. The team looks forward to hosting

DeLeon, Jermaine Scott, Suneil Webb, Jason Cameron, Kerene

even more exciting events in the future.

Crawford, and Ricardo Kerr. All members would like to express their

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Employee Recognition

FOR EXEMPLARY WORK ETHICS

Congratulations To Jason Reid & Nikolas Brown!

Jason Reid

When asked by his colleagues to describe his personality, echoed is the word humble. Humility supersedes all traits, his quiet nature makes him approachable and trainable. Jason, also known as Reidy, is a respectable and reliable WKPP employee, who can be counted on for just about anything.

A teacher to many of the technicians, as he is an innovator at heart, Jason is always thinking outside the box to get the job done more efficiently. He is serious and enthusiastic about his work and not afraid to get his hands dirty, if necessary.

Many say he goes above and beyond to get the job done and motivates

Jason Reid

his peers and subordinates to do the same. Additionally, Reidy is known for saying “silent rivers run deep” and we can all attest to him being a quiet storm, however, never shy with words and holds the knowledge to support his arguments.

Nikolas Brown AKA Biscuit It is safe to say, Nikolas Brown is WEBB approved!

His attention to detail; thorough and precise work orders and attitude towards work has definitely qualified him for this category. He is respected by his fellow co-workers, as he is never boastful, quick to ask for assistance and seeks information if needed. Also called Biscuit, Nikolas is known for taking initiative even before he receives a work order. He will call the shift supervisor to find out what needs to be done and immediately fulfills his tasks.

Nikolas Brown

As part of WKPP’s goal to recognize and reward employees for their contributions to the company; the Social and Welfare Committee would like to salute Jason and Nikolas for exemplary work ethics!

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Welcome to JEP and WKPP!

Kevin Allison

Romano Brady

JEP/WKPP Financial and Budget Analyst

Judy Walters

WKPP Plant Technician

Assistant Mechanical Technician

&

Gavin Lawrence WKPP Technical Intern

On behalf of Senior Management and your colleagues welcome to the JEP/WKPP Family!

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Your Suggestions Matter!

Feel free to add your IDEAS, voice your OPINIONS or address an ISSUE you may have in confidence, as leaving your name is optional.

Boxes will be placed in the canteens at JEP and WKPP with slips to assist you. It will be cleared by your local welfare committee and where applicable these suggestions will be addressed.

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Loved Ones

REMEMBERING OUR “Memories...let them fill your mind, warm your heart, and lead you through.”

“Words, however kind, can’t mend your heartache, but those who care and share your loss wish you comfort and peace of mind.”

“Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words, and missed beyond measure.”

“No person is truly ever alone. Those who live no more, whom we loved; echo still within our thoughts, our words, In loving memory of:

and our heart.”

Carlos Mohan Monica Carter “Those we love don’t

Ronald Brown

go away, they walk

Veronica Turner

beside us everyday.”

Morialyn McLean Mureen Barrett-Granell Gerald Johnson

“Your loved one can never be replaced, but always remembered.”

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Upcoming Events , PR & Scial Media

Visit our social media pages @jamaicaenergypartners Please feel free to like, share and comment on CSR events and other company initiatives!

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