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PROFILE : My journey to Professional Registration - Innocent Gininda

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Innocent Gininda shares his journey to becoming a registered Professional Engineer (PrEng), emphasizing the importance of mentorship, early preparation, and understanding ECSA requirements. He offers advice to aspiring PrEngs, highlighting the value of diverse feedback and a positive mindset. My journey to becoming a registered Professional Engineer (PrEng) culminated successfully in November 2024. I was fortunate to begin my career at a company with a Commitment and Undertaking (C&U) Agreement with ECSA and a robust mentorship program. This commitment to training engineers to the standard required for Professional Registration provided me with essential resources and a structured path to track my experience against ECSA requirements. Early exposure to these expectations instilled a positive outlook on registration and solidified my desire to achieve this milestone. My views on Professional Registration have remained consistently positive throughout this journey. Working alongside ...
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CAREERTIP: Stand up for what is right

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Despite the challenges presented by an industry driven by politics rather than merit, In this hardhatCAREERTIP Construction Professional Zuko Peter advises aspiring construction and building professionals to remain steadfast in upholding ethical standards and advocating for quality and integrity.


In the construction industry, the influence of politically connected people has led many qualified professionals to lose interest in their chosen field. The qualified individuals are often overlooked for available positions, as less-experienced individuals with political connections are prioritized for employment. This has resulted in qualified professionals becoming sidelined.

It is the responsibility of experienced professionals to take a stand against this unjust system, rather than fearing retaliation. If they remain silent, the industry will continue to suffer.

Working alongside politically connected individuals without compromising ethical standards is a difficult task for professionals in the industry. They often have to agree with decisions they disagree with in order to keep their jobs. These professionals are often forced to cut corners, but are held accountable when things go wrong.

My advice to aspiring professionals is to take a proactive approach and stand up for what's right, even if it means taking risks. In the long run, this approach will provide a stronger foundation for success and accountability in the industry.

Zuko Peter - is a Construction Professional with a National Diploma in Building Engineering with over 12 yrs experience in various positions working on Civil and Building sector.

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