Towngas Group Management Trainee Programme

Upon graduating from the University of Hong Kong with a degree in Industrial Engineering and Technology Management, I joined Towngas in the year of 2014 as a Management Trainee.

One of my attachments during the two-year MT Programme was in Xian, China. It was truly a splendid experience to explore this ancient, beautiful city while helping to design and implement a new workflow for residential gas meter installation with value-added services to enhance quality and safety.

After completing the MT Programme, I landed a job in the Customer Installation and Enquiries Department in Hong Kong. Today, I am still proud to have been part of a team that initiated a paperless work order mobility system, which has resulted in saving over 3,000 pieces of paper from daily order printing. I derive a profound sense of achievement from taking ownership of projects and seeing the results come through.

Currently, I am working in the Mainland Business Strategy Office as a manager, leading my own team with the goal of enhancing business synergies across divisions in our rapidly expanding business portfolio on the Chinese mainland. Looking back, I remain grateful to Towngas for transforming me into an all-round person with an agile mindset in this smart and green era.

Since my early days as a Management Trainee in 2014, I have embarked on a remarkable journey with Towngas, one of Hong Kong’s leading energy groups. The two-year programme provided me with a solid foundation for my HKIE Scheme “A” training, a holistic understanding of the business, as well as invaluable exposure to the Chinese Mainland market.

Upon graduation from the programme, I worked as an Assistant Engineer in the Technical Development Section of the Distribution Operation Department. It was a great experience to be entrusted with designing and executing projects to enhance the efficiency, safety, and quality of medium to low-pressure underground gas pipe operations.

Two years later, I was promoted to the position of Engineer in the Operation and Maintenance Section, where I started leading my own team in helping manage excavation permits from the Highway Department. I also served as a liaison officer during emergency incidents, coordinating with external parties and preparing comprehensive reports to minimise future risks.

Hard work always pays off in Towngas – in 2021, I received the Outstanding Employee Award. Now, as a Senior Engineer in the Distribution Maintenance Section, I continue to contribute to Towngas’ success while striving for excellence in my field. My journey with Towngas has been enriching so far, and I look forward to reaching new heights in the future.

My tip for new graduates: “Believe you can and you’re halfway there.” ― Theodore Roosevelt.

Working at Towngas has been an invaluable experience that has greatly contributed to my personal development.

Towngas has been a catalyst for building numerous valuable relationships that have significantly impacted my personal and professional growth. Through interacting with various colleagues, I have witnessed the transformative power of embracing a learning mindset, which has enhanced my enjoyment of work and enriched my overall life experience. Furthermore, my managers have been instrumental in instilling in me the significance of inquisitiveness, encouraging me to constantly ask thought-provoking questions and challenge established assumptions.

The camaraderie I have developed with my fellow workmates over the years has evolved into deep and enduring friendships, serving as an unwavering source of support during both joyous and challenging times. The genuine sense of togetherness and warmth that emanates from embarking on this journey alongside others from day one is truly unparalleled. I am immensely grateful to Towngas for gifting me with these invaluable relationships, as they have shaped me into a more well-rounded individual and have made my professional journey immensely fulfilling.