The significance of coaching and mentorship at H&P

If you’re familiar with H&P, then you know that we take our commitment to HSE seriously.  The evolution and advancement of our safety practices year over year extend beyond procedures and processes; they are deeply rooted in our personal employee-to-employee coaching and mentorship.  As an industry, the role mentors play cannot be emphasized enough. Recognizing that much of the expertise newer employees acquire comes from their seasoned counterparts and that the importance of on-the-job training is a fundamental part of the drilling industry.  It's important to note that mentorship transcends our rig operations; in reality, everyone, whether in an office, shop, or on a rig, likely encounters a mentor at some point in their career.

Acknowledging the significance of mentorship, H&P continuously innovates to enhance and support our mentoring processes. This month's newsletter features two resources aimed at facilitating the coaching and mentoring of employees.  While our program undeniably adds substantial value, it's essential to recognize that at its core, a mentor/mentee relationship thrives on individuals Actively CAREing for one another. If you haven't already considered it, I urge you to find a way to become a mentor to someone who could benefit from your experience and knowledge. Conversely, I encourage you to find someone who would teach and challenge you and ask if they would be a mentor to you.

The Coaching Guide originated in 2018 as part of a campaign to equip our Drilling Superintendents and HSE staff with additional tools and skills for coaching employees in the field. Recognizing the diverse skill sets among supervisors and managers, we aimed to support the development of these skills and provide a reference guide. Since its release, the guide has undergone updates to align with our core values and behaviors. Presently, we distribute these guides to new managers and employees seeking to enhance their people leadership skills. By sharing this, we hope it can serve as an additional resource to empower your own leaders. Safety is personal and it’s our job to Actively C.A.R.E. for one another.

Communication & Personalization - Making Safety Personal