FQM’s Trident Subsidiary Celebrates Success of Inaugural Graduate Development Programme
Trident, a subsidiary of First Quantum Minerals (FQM), recently commemorated the triumphant conclusion of its inaugural Graduate Development Programme (GDP), spotlighting the accomplishments of eight promising young professionals who successfully completed the rigorous two-year initiative.
Launched in 2022 with the strategic objective of fostering emerging talent and cultivating a robust pipeline for Trident’s future, the GDP commenced with the selection of 12 outstanding individuals through a competitive process.
Addressing attendees at the graduation ceremony, Gordon White, General Manager of FQM Trident Limited, underscored the paramount importance of embracing a mindset of perpetual learning.
White emphasized the dynamic nature of the mining industry and urged the graduates to take ownership of their career trajectories, advocating for clear goal-setting, mentorship, and proactive pursuit of opportunities aligned with personal aspirations and organizational values.
White additionally stressed the significance of cultivating a strong work ethic and a proactive problem-solving approach, urging graduates to demonstrate reliability, accountability, and a commitment to exceeding expectations while adding value to the organization.
He emphasized the imperative of staying relevant by embracing continuous skill development, technological adaptation, and active pursuit of personal and professional growth opportunities.
Throughout the programme’s duration, graduates underwent comprehensive rotations across diverse departments within Trident, garnering hands-on experience and a holistic understanding of the mining sector.
They actively engaged in presentations and proposed areas for improvement, showcasing resilience, adaptability, and a propensity for rapid learning.
Brighton Mwiinga, Human Resource Manager at FQM Trident, echoed the sentiment of the programme’s significance in fostering innovation and nurturing a talented workforce.
He lauded the GDP for injecting fresh perspectives and ideas through the recruitment of young talent, expressing confidence in the graduates’ ongoing contributions to Trident’s success and the broader FQM group.
FQM reaffirmed its commitment to investing in its personnel and cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. The Graduate Development Programme stands as a testament to the company’s unwavering dedication to nurturing the future leaders of the mining industry, underscoring its Peoplefirst ethos.
