"In a large company, one often becomes an expert in a narrow field because everything needs to be optimized for efficiency. If you are an expert in handling green documents, you are assigned that task, while someone else handles the red documents. Conversely, in a small company, you often work very independently. This company size suits me well. Here, I get to engage in a wide variety of tasks.

My role as a project manager encompasses everything from regulatory liaison and more substantial written assignments to communicating with craftsmen and organizing practical tasks. It is both versatile and presents exciting technical challenges.

When transitioning from the private sector to an organization like ours, one must adapt to the significant political scrutiny and the fact that considerations beyond purely technical aspects can influence decisions. A shift in focus is required. A considerable amount of time is also dedicated to regulatory contact, so patience is a virtue."

"I don't only handle paperwork; I also go out and see the projects. In my role, I spend a lot of time on planning, scenario calculations, and other more theoretically based tasks. However, I also go out to see my planning implemented and observe its effect on the projects.

It makes sense to me that I see the people whom, with my role and expertise, I help protect. While also being able to follow the impact of my work from the desk to execution.

I am professionally challenged, both internally and within the extensive international collaboration of which we are a part, and this constantly allows me to advance not only others' understanding but also my own, thereby being part of an exciting development, both personally and internationally.”

“After serving as a secretary here for 6 years, I had outgrown that role and was appointed as a Technical Coordinator. This was a newly created position, so I was significantly involved in developing the job description myself. Most recently, I have become part of the Quality, Environment & Safety function, so I have once again received a new title and been assigned new responsibilities.

My day consists of a good blend of predictability and unpredictability, which suits me very well. I find it rewarding to bring many different elements together to form a cohesive whole. In the morning, I gain an overview of what needs to be achieved and what would be desirable to accomplish – and then the day usually unfolds with something entirely different. This means I frequently juggle my tasks.

Although we operate within relatively rigid systems and frameworks, there is a high degree of flexibility here. I am largely permitted to approach tasks in my own way.”

”I am a trained bricklayer and also possess relevant experience applicable to this role. For instance, my father used to service demolition robots – so while others operated small remote-controlled cars, I operated robots.

The demolition work at DD is not merely about tearing things down. Everything must be carefully dismantled, as unexpected situations frequently arise. In such cases, we must pause and collectively brainstorm alternative solutions. We often find ourselves employing existing equipment and conventional methods in novel ways.

I have participated in numerous projects at DD, both long-term and short-term. Occasionally, a project may be paused pending clarification, and during this interim, one might be assigned to a new project. On one hand, this can be somewhat frustrating due to recurring unresolved issues. On the other hand, it allows for a break from the daily routine and the opportunity to experience something new.”