28. Session Two
HKIE: What it is?
Speaker: Ir Francis Budge
Chairman Elect HKIE, UK Chapter (英國分部)
29. 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
30. 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
31. 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
32. 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
33. 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.
34. 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
35. 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
36. 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
38. 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
46. 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
47. Engineers Make it Possible
Build HK an International City
Infrastructure Projects
Improve Quality of Life
Contribution to Society
48. • 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=%
2Egmp_3830527
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49. Session Three
Working in Hong Kong
Speaker: Ir Thomas Lai
Chairman HKIE, UK Chapter (英國分部)
Pictures: flickr.com; gov.hk
53. 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
63. CULTURAL DIFFERENCES
Opinion
Blue --> Westerners Red --> Asians
Blue --> Westerners Red --> Asians
Talk to the point Talk around the circle,
especially if opinions are
different
72. 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
73. 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
75. CULTURAL DIFFERENCES
In the restaurant
Blue --> Westerners Red --> Asians
Talk softly & gently Talk & laugh loudly
76. 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
78. 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
79.
80. 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
81. FACT SHEETS
HONG KONG GOVERNMENT
HONG KONG TRADE AND ECONOMIC OFFICE, LONDON
HONG KONG TOURISM BOARD
83. 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
84. 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
88. 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
89. 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
93. 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
95. 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
96. 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
101. “We will not be
satisfied until
our dream comes
true”
“Yes, we can!”
102. 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
103. • 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
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