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Hong Kong – Land of Opportunities for
Engineers
香港 – 工程師福地
Speakers: Ir Ben Papé Ir Francis Budge Ir Thomas Lai
Picture ref: skyscrapercity.com
Seminar Run Down
• Session One: Ten Mega Infrastructure
Projects
• Session Two: An introduction of HKIE
• Session Three: Working in Hong Kong
Session One
Ten Mega Infrastructure Projects
Speaker: Ir Ben Papé
Inaugural Chairman HKIE, UK Chapter (英國分部)
Vision
Sustained Excellence in the Profession
• To promote the advancement of engineering and to
facilitate the exchange of knowledge and ideas
• To provide a broad range of service to members, to assist
them in developing their careers and to play their full role
in contributing to society
• To maintain a high standard of the profession, and to
raise the standing and visibility of engineers
Mission
The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers
Hon Fellow 18 Fellow 1099 Member 13,309 Graduate 7,077 Associate 1,244 Companion 15 Student 9,252 Affiliate 416 Total 32,430
Hon Fellow
Fellow
Member
Graduate
Associate
Companion
Student
Affiliate
Total
MEMBERSHIP STATISTICS AS AT JANUARY 2014
1) Accreditation Board
Accreditation of University degrees,
higher diplomas or equivalent
programmes
Number of courses accredited by the HKIE
• 99 degree courses
• 57 higher diplomas or equivalent programmes
• 10 computer courses
Reciprocal Recognition Agreement
• The HKIE has links with engineering
institution throughout the world and has
signed agreements for the mutual
recognition of qualification engineering
institutions
• A total of 21 Reciprocal Recognition
Agreements have been signed with
Mainland and overseas institutions
Reciprocal Recognition Agreement
Engineers Ireland
UK
Ireland
The British Computer Society The Chartered Institute of Building The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers Energy Institute The Institution of Chemical Engineers
The Institution of Civil Engineers The Institution of Gas Engineers and Managers The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology The Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining* The Institute of Measurement & Control The Institution of Mechanical Engineers The Institution of Structural Engineers The Royal Institution of Naval Architects The Society of Operations Engineers * It was formed from the merger of the Institute of Materials
and the Institution of Mining and Metallurgy on 10 July 2002.
Professional Quality
Set standards for the Education, Training and Professional
Assessment of Engineers
• Aircraft
• Biomedical
• Building
• Building Services
• Chemical
• Civil
• Control, Automation &
Instrumentation
20 Engineering Disciplines
3) Qualification & Membership Board
• Electrical
• Electronics
• Environmental
• Fire
• Gas
• Geotechnical
• Information
• Logistic &
Transportation
• Manufacturing &
Industrial
• Marine & Naval
Architecture
• Materials
• Mechanical
• Structural
Engineering Graduate
Training Route
Engineering
Graduate Training
3 - 3.5 Years
Professional Assessment
Member
General
Experience Route
Mature Route
Over 35 Years of Age
Minimum 6 Years
Experience
General Experience
5 Years 15 Years
Progressive
Experience Responsible Experience
1 Year
Responsible Experience
0.5 - 1 Year
Recognised Academic Qualifications Non-recognised
Academic Qualifications Recognised
Academic Qualifications
Route to Corporate Membership
Graduate Scheme “A” Training
• HKIE is responsible for policy formulation, co-ordination
and overall monitoring of the training with respect to the
Scheme “A” organisations and trainees
• To allow trainees to integrate theoretical knowledge with
practical skills
• 2 to 3 years training programme, ‘fast route’ for
graduates to become a Corporate Member in a
minimum period of 4 years
• Existing graduates under training are around 1,000 with
170 Scheme “A” organisations across different sectors
and different disciplines
Public Services
Submit views on engineering-
related constitution papers
from the Government
Attend LegCo Committee
/ Panel meetings and
submit views on
engineering-related
issues
Nominate members to sit in
advisory committees of various
Government departments and
higher education institutions as
members
Overseas Chapters
Three Overseas Chapters are set up to link up overseas members
• Australian Chapter
• Canadian Chapter
• UK Chapter
UK Chapter Technical Presentation
QE Olympic Park - O2 - Canary Wharf Tour Date: Sunday 4 August 2014
New Rivers Tour & Cruise Date: Sunday 29 September 2014
KING’S CROSS SQUARE, OPENED 26 JULY 2013
THE LONDON ICE MUSEUM AND A MUSEUM OF THE ICE TRADE
QUARTERCENTENARY WALK ALONG THE NEW RIVER
APPROACHING THE REGENT’S CANAL ISLINGTON TUNNEL
Peace and tranquility by the River Lea o2 Arena
Tour Group Lift Bridge in Canary Wharf
Engineers Make it Possible
Build HK an International City
Infrastructure Projects
Improve Quality of Life
Contribution to Society
• www.hkie.org.hk
• Hong Kong Engineer – www.hkengineer.org.hk
• Fill in the application form and return to
Bonnie Wong bonnie.wong@hkie.org.hk
•Email HKIE UK Chapter – hkie.uk@gmail.com
• LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/groups/Hong-Kong-
Institution-Engineers-UK-
3830527?home=&gid=3830527&trk=anet_ug_hm&goback=%
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Keep in Touch
Session Three
Working in Hong Kong
Speaker: Ir Thomas Lai
Chairman HKIE, UK Chapter (英國分部)
Pictures: flickr.com; gov.hk
Data
Population – over 7 million
Legal – Basic Law
Climate - Humid sub-tropical
Spring 20⁰C, drizzle
Summer Over 30⁰C, hot, rainy & stormy
Autumn 25⁰C, cool & pleasant
Winter 15⁰C, cold & dry
Design Considerations: •Wind
•Chloride attack
•Carbonation
•Temperature variation
•Flooding
1. Sea level rise
2. Drainage
CULTURAL DIFFERENCES
Opinion
Blue --> Westerners Red --> Asians
Blue --> Westerners Red --> Asians
Talk to the point Talk around the circle, especially if opinions are different
CULTURAL DIFFERENCES
Way of Life
Blue --> Westerners Red --> Asians
Individualism Family Group
CULTURAL DIFFERENCES
Punctuality
Blue --> Westerners Red --> Asians
On time In time
CULTURAL DIFFERENCES
Networking
Blue --> Westerners Red --> Asians
Related ones only Everyone possible
CULTURAL DIFFERENCES
Party
Blue --> Westerners Red --> Asians
Gather with own group Focus around boss/host
CULTURAL DIFFERENCES
Anger
Blue --> Westerners Red --> Asians
Blue --> Westerners Red --> Asians
Shows Does not show But smiling Beware!
CULTURAL DIFFERENCES
The boss
Blue --> Westerners Red --> Asians
Part of the team Fierce God
Why ? Experience
•Managerial
•Cultural
•Professional
Challenge
•Mega Projects •Hong Kong
•Mainland China
Financial
•Good salary
•Low tax - 15% maximum before allowances
Race – mainly Chinese Hong Kong, from Mainland China, Taiwan and Southeast Asia Philippino, Caucasian
Honesty – Above average Corruption - ICAC
Religion – Buddhism, Christianity Health – Good provision Safety – Good standard Pollution – External source
Language – Chinese (Cantonese, Putonghua) English
Professional development & standards – taken seriously for self enhancement
Hierarchy vs.. Individuality
Greeting & parting : little kissing & touching in public
Decision making: Reference to superior Respect for expertise
Sense of humour - Not often openly displayed
Adherence to procedures – rather rigid
Food & dietary selections: Worldwide
Bureaucracy - efficient Negotiation style, contracts & Reciprocity
Diversity
Negotiation style
Sending subordinates to negotiate
Decision-maker outside the negotiation chamber
Discuss concessions at dinner/behind closed doors
Adopt a longer time frame
Emphasize areas of agreement rather than differences
Pitch appeal to collective interests
Show restraint in both verbal and facial expressions
Cultivate social relationships outside negotiation chamber
Make timely concessions
Use third parties within other team’s network to exert influence
Set your baseline Maximise what you can get Be realistic
Ensure smooth relationship Maintain harmony Give ‘face’
Be prepared to walk away
CULTURAL DIFFERENCES
In the restaurant
Blue --> Westerners Red --> Asians
Talk softly & gently Talk & laugh loudly
Cultural Sensitivities
Trust (inner circles)
Connections (inter-personal skills)
Food culture (family unity, business is done at dinner table)
Corruption – dinner > gifts > bribe, favours, future employment > ICAC > jail
Respect for paternalistic hierarchy (vs. individuality)
Importance of having ‘face’
Family/group harmony and loyalty
Decision-making, inclusion/exclusion
Show modesty (vs. showing off)
Display of affluence (show they have made it)
Mostly shy and socially anxious
Influence of religion in decision-making e.g. Feng-shui
Superstition of numbers e.g. 3, and 8 are good; 4 & 13 to be avoided
YOU – PRODUCT & SERVICE Degree(s) & Name(s) of Universities Professional Credentials, e.g. HKIE, MICE, MIStructE Relevant Experience •Technical •Managerial / Leadership / Influencing Initiative, Common Sense & Sense of Humour Interpersonal / Cross-cultural skills Language(s) – Written & Spoken Cultural Affinity / Ethics / Trust Publications / Papers Relevant Professional / Public Services Other relevant accomplishments References
What service/expertise you have to offer to match the needs of potential employer
Stand out in the crowd
YOU - LEGALITIES
Visa Requirement
• British Citizens - 180 days visa free
• Mainland Chinese
Entry/Exit permit
Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents & Professionals
• Others – refer to Hong Kong Immigration Department website
Residence Rights
• Permanent residence after 7 years
Working Permit
• Required for all non-local & non-permanent residents
except diplomatic personnel
FACT SHEETS
HONG KONG GOVERNMENT
HONG KONG TRADE AND ECONOMIC OFFICE, LONDON
HONG KONG TOURISM BOARD
Self-Promotion
Transfer with existing or former Employer
Professional & social network
•Classmates & colleagues
•Institution, e.g. HKIE, ICE, IStructE
•Service organisations e.g. Lighthouse Club, church
Direct mailing
Visit Hong Kong off your own bat:
•Cold call to Directors / Managers
•Attend conferences & meetings
Sign up with professional head-hunters who handle the locale & type of job you are after
Price / Benefits
Housing (exclusive / shared), Furniture
Mobilisation / Demobilisation of Possessions
Health & Evacuation Insurances, Dental & Optical
Trips Home / Elsewhere – Frequency, Flight & Hotel expenses
Invitations, Visas & Local Registrations
Working hours, weekends, Public Holidays, Time Off in Lieu & Vacation
Termination Arrangements
Vehicle
Life, Accident, Disability & Statutory Insurances
CPD + Professional Fees
Working Hours
9 to 5
Alternate Saturday mornings
Only stop when work is completed
or
Take it HOME
Deadline must be met!
Price - Money
Amounts •Mobilisation Advance / Signing Bonus •Salary (& Overtime if any) •Expense Reimbursement •Bonus Eligibility •Mandatory Provident Fund (or Occupational Retirement Scheme or Termination Gratuity ) •Arrangements for Early Termination •Inflation adjustment / Time Increment(s) Currency & Places of PAYMENT •Local Living Expenses •Money Back Home / Elsewhere for Liabilities & Investments •Reporting & Payment of Taxes & mandatory Deductions •When & in what Form to be paid – TT / Direct Deposit
Major Employers
Hong Kong Government – Works Branch, Development & Planning Branch Hong Kong Consultant Engineers Association Hong Kong Contractors Association Hong Kong Real Estate Developers Association Hong Kong Mass Transit Railway Corporation Jardine Matheson John Swire & Sons Utilities : Hong Kong Electric China Gas China Light and Power
MTR
ANNUAL PASSENGERS 1,644 M Franchise railway operation : Mainland China Melbourne Stockholm London Investment properties : 12 shopping malls + 18 floors at 2 IFC 279,424 sq.m in Hong Kong 18,398 sq.m (Ginza Mall) in Mainland China Managed properties: 86,162 residential units in Hong Kong
INTERNATIONAL COMMERCE CENTRE 118 FLOORS 490 METRES HIGH
TAI KOO CAVERN
MTR
Construction Engineer Vacancies:
Civil
ABWF
Programming
Signalling
Rolling Stock
• Contact: Annie Lo, HR Services Manager (alflo@mtr.com.hk)
Success Factors
Know:
• The company/business
• Your role
• What you have to offer
Ask:
• Are you qualified for the job?
• Would you enjoy doing the work?
• Would you fit in the environment and culture?
Job application
• Targeted Casting the net Ride a donkey to find the horse
集中目標 漁翁撤網 騎驢搵馬
Key Points
DO YOUR HOMEWORK
Hong Kong is not for everyone & few are ambivalent – a few hate it and need to leave
Be clear on:
•Your reason and goals for coming
•What is acceptable to you & what isn’t
•Your exit plan (it may well change, but have one)
•Balance of work, family & cultural experience
Effectively market yourself
Effectively negotiate your contract
Maintain your professional standards and ethics
RECAP
Hong Kong mega projects
•Opportunities
•Engineering - a profession of Variety & Challenge
Hong Kong Institution of Engineers
•Functions of engineering institution
•Active roles of engineers in society
Working in Hong Kong
•Working abroad
•Ambition and dream
• www.hkie.org.hk
• Hong Kong Engineer – www.hkengineer.org.hk
• Fill in the application form and return to:
qandm@hkie.org.hk
• Fill in the sign in sheet
• Email HKIE UK Chapter – hkie.uk@gmail.com
Keep in Touch
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