Persevere and never hesitate to go the extra mile.
Can you tell us about what you do at Groupe Rocher and your background, along with the qualities and skills you need to do your job?
My role involves maintaining building processes and infrastructure in good condition at all group logistics sites in Brittany, where about 2,000 employees work. I deal with a wide range of issues relating to maintenance, works and energy consumption management. In my job, you need to be organized, thorough and efficient. I have a broad range of responsibilities and interact with many people, so knowing how to collaborate and listen is essential.
After graduating with an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering, I spent a few years working in temp positions before joining the group in 2004. I’ve held at least five different positions, growing with each stage of my development and taking on additional responsibilities. I’m currently a manager and oversee a scope of multi-site responsibilities. With my team, we can take significant projects all the way to top management.
How has the group supported you in your learning and what concrete actions have been most useful to you?
As soon as I was hired, I felt a real sense of trust from the company. I grew alongside people who taught me a lot and passed on their knowledge to me.
I learned a lot through team management. When you start out in a managerial role, you don’t always know where to begin. I’ve taken several management programs that have given me good tools and techniques. I know that the group is setting up new management programs to support the transition to the company’s new management style, and it’s great to be able to benefit from that type of training!
I also learn a lot from mentoring people on work-study programs. These situations offer a rewarding dialogue where both sides can learn something. It’s gratifying to support young talent at the start of their career and really watch them progress. And for me, it teaches me patience and develops my understanding of new generations.
I’ve taken several training programs, including “project management” or “time management” and the various modules on operational excellence. All these programs were related to my responsibilities and allowed me to put theory immediately into practice.
I’m very proud of my career with the company. I feel a sense of fulfillment in my job and I don’t intend to stop there!
What advice would you give to anyone who wants to go further with their learning?
I’d advise them to persevere and never hesitate to go the extra mile. Always do a little more than is expected of you.
