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Sustainability : Social
Have you encountered any gender-
specific challenges or obstacles in your
career?
Alhamdulillah, in the two years that I’ve
been working with the Group, I have
never encountered any gender-related
problems. I don’t feel I was treated any
differently.
What’s been your biggest challenge?
When I first joined the company, I found
my job scope to be quite a challenge as
most of my team members were fresh
graduates with little or no experience
in the oil industry. Some skills had to
be learned on the job as we go along.
However, I’ve managed to overcome these
challenges through dedication, hard work,
and never giving up. Everyone makes
mistakes, but what’s important is what we
learn from those mistakes and how we use
the extra knowledge and skill to improve
and develop ourselves and the team.
What advice would you give to other
women who are interested in joining
the industry?
For all women out there who are
interested in joining, please don’t focus
on the fear. Be confident in your ability
because women are equally great at
making decisions and are capable of
taking on leadership roles. Don’t be
afraid to take the next step up in your
career. Personally, for me, I am thankful
for the opportunities the Group has
offered me, and I wish more people
can have the opportunities I had.
NURIZA AZIZ
Chemist, 2 years in Fima Biodiesel Sdn. Bhd.
What can the industry do to improve
opportunities for women?
I would suggest other companies to take
a leaf out of my current organization
when it comes to the transparent and
abundant opportunities for women.
Regardless of gender, all employees
have an equal opportunity to grow and
advance. I feel extremely fortunate to
have an employer that promotes an
“open door” policy and inclusiveness
where you can directly express and
communicate your ideas and suggestions
no matter what position you hold.
What advice would you give to other
women who are interested in joining the
industry?
My advice to other women would be: don’t
let the lack of experience and knowledge
hold you back! Experience and knowledge
will not come to you if you do not look for
it. Fly with a new challenge that way, we can
improve ourselves, and we can see things
from a different perspective.
My background is in accounting &
finance, so working in the warehousing
and logistics sector was something I had
never considered as a potential career
choice! But I am very grateful to be a part
of it now. My previous experience and
background do help me with the roles
that I am currently holding. A diverse team
ensures a different way of thinking about
problems, which can lead the team to
completely new solutions.
A popular notion is that this industry is
“manly” and too rough for a woman to
work in. As hard as it is to change the
mindset and gender stereotypes, I, however,
would love to see more women work in
this sector, as, in my opinion, being tough
and competent has nothing to do with
gender. The truth is that although there is
only a small number of women working in
this sector, those that are there are carving
careers for themselves despite the so-called
rough work conditions. The opportunities
are there for the taking. So, if a woman
aspires to be a Prime Minister, pilot, soldier,
or carpenter, why shouldn’t she? If you
have set your mind to do something, keep
moving forward and just do it. Anything
guys can do; women can do too.
AINA ILMARDIAH DOL RAZLAN
Quality Assurance (QA) Manager of the Group’s
Bulking Division. 9 years with the Group
There is no shortage of inspirational ladies in FIMA, where
they do and continue to do, the best they can in their
chosen fields. Aina Ilmardiah Dol Razlan and Nuriza Aziz, share their
perspectives on working in a traditionally male-dominated industry.
What have you gained ever since you
joined the Group?
I’ve been given various opportunities and
challenges that I am grateful for, as these
opportunities have given me valuable
experience and knowledge that money
can’t buy. Meeting other people from
different organization’s backgrounds and
fields has helped my social and soft skills
immensely, and these are skills that cannot
be learned in the classroom.
Wonder Women
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