Career switch: from telecom to energy

Meet Youri, an ambitious planner at The People Group. He has made the leap from the telecom industry to the energy industry. His goal? Become a project leader. In this article he shares his experiences, ambitions and advice for those considering working in this industry.

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March 10 2023
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Youri started his career with a traineeship with us and quickly managed to grow into a work planner. Yet he soon felt the urge for a position with more challenge and responsibility. "My ambitions went further than what my telecom client could offer me at that time. I raised this with The People Group and together we looked at possible next steps. Ultimately, the energy sector turned out to be a good option because it involves more rules, certificates and training. This creates more responsibilities and that appealed to me," he says.

The move to the energy industry has not only changed his career, but also his view on work. Youri notes that basic needs such as electricity, water and gas receive more attention and are therefore better regulated. "Electricity, water and gas are seen as the most important facilities. However, telecom seems to fit more and more prominently into the list because everyone needs high-speed connectivity, for example due to the increase in working from home," he shares.

Despite challenges in the energy industry, such as long delivery times and shortages of materials, Youri's personal experience in the telecom sector has prepared him well for his transition. “In fact, the basic principles are the same. Telecom has certainly given me a good foundation so that I know how the underground pipe network works,” he says.

Youri has big ambitions in the energy industry. Ultimately, he wants to end up as a project leader. But before he achieves that, he first wants to take courses and become an executor. "I first want to experience all facets of the work, so that I can gain the full trust of my colleagues, before I become a project leader."

For anyone considering entering the energy industry, and in particular underground infrastructure, Youri has simple advice: "Just do it! Go to an energy company and delve into the matter. The work is much more interesting than most people think. Ultimately, the buildings above ground cannot function without the work underground."

Do you want to contribute to clean and sustainable energy? And do you want to work at a company where variety, challenge and career opportunities are of paramount importance? Explore your options quickly https://vacature.thepeoplegroup.nl/.

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