Telikom PNG Reassures Former Employees on Restructure Payments
Papua New Guinea’s state-owned telecommunications provider, Telikom Limited, has confirmed that all employees who exited under the ongoing restructure program have received their full and final entitlements.
Chief Executive Officer Amos Tepi made the clarification to address confusion among former staff who raised concerns over deductions made for loans and other financial obligations.
He said the company acted lawfully and responsibly in managing payouts to ensure compliance with employment and financial regulations. “I understand how sensitive this issue is, as it affects people’s incomes and families,” Mr. Tepi said. “That is why we ensured the process was carried out gradually over four years, allowing time for staff to prepare and for Telikom to support them in finding new opportunities.” The restructure followed the 2021 merger between Telikom PNG and Bemobile and involved redundancy, retirement, and role realignment exercises across several divisions. Mr. Tepi said employees with duplicated roles or non-performing positions were among those retrenched, while others retired upon reaching the age limit.
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He said the company acted lawfully and responsibly in managing payouts to ensure compliance with employment and financial regulations. “I understand how sensitive this issue is, as it affects people’s incomes and families,” Mr. Tepi said. “That is why we ensured the process was carried out gradually over four years, allowing time for staff to prepare and for Telikom to support them in finding new opportunities.” The restructure followed the 2021 merger between Telikom PNG and Bemobile and involved redundancy, retirement, and role realignment exercises across several divisions. Mr. Tepi said employees with duplicated roles or non-performing positions were among those retrenched, while others retired upon reaching the age limit.
He explained that many exiting employees had multiple financial deductions, including personal loans, vehicle payments, and accommodation costs, which affected their final take-home pay.
Mr. Tepi also revealed that some staff had previously encashed leave entitlements before 2022, which reduced their final payout amounts. He said the current management had since discontinued that practice.
So far, 74 former employees have been issued final payslips, with the remaining to be distributed shortly. “Telikom remains committed to transparency and accountability as we continue to transform into a stronger, more competitive company,” Mr. Tepi added.
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