International Women’s Day

Shannon Earl – Project Manager

Q: How do you feel about working in this industry, what do you enjoy the most?
A: When I started my post at ESS, I had worked neither in recruitment nor construction and a strong admin background was all I felt I was bringing to the table. However, 2 years on, I can comfortably say that this has been the most enjoyable and rewarding role I have ever had. No 2 days are ever the same and I am challenged on a daily basis. I am consistently learning and developing my skill set and knowledge whether it be industry based or about the business itself. I am happiest when based on site in the midst of it all and am really missing the comradery during these tough times.

Q: What are your biggest challenges and what motivates you?
A: My biggest challenge is almost always time…or lack thereof! We can mobilise large teams in a matter of days but it takes absolute and full attention to detail as well as consistently ensuring everyone is in alignment with the plan in place. You would think that having an office team spread over numerous countries would make this especially difficult but I can honestly say, it still amazes me what we can achieve in such small time frames together.

The best motivation for me is when we receive good feedback from clients whether it be on our level of service or quality of our labour. This year, we actually introduced a monthly achievement award for our employees working out on site to promote good feedback from clients and it’s been a really good morale booster for both myself and the team out on the tools.

Madalina Teodorescu – Recruitment Coordinator

Q: How do you feel about working in this industry, what do you enjoy the most?
A: Working in the recruitment industry I believe is the most challenging job in the world. You go through every mood that exists in just one day. You have the chance to speak to so many different people, to work with such different characters, to disappoint and make proud at the same time people around you. Working in recruitment is not for everyone but once you get a taste, there’s no way to stop unless by doctor’s orders!

Q: What are your biggest challenges and what motivates you?
A: The biggest challenge for me is finding somewhere in the middle between clients and candidates demands. Adrenaline provided by this job it’s something that I can’t live without. Maybe it’s just me, but the wheels run more smoothly when something goes wrong in the beginning. I personally like to have a close relationship with our employees and it makes me feel so good and proud when I hear that they have a new car, or built/bought a new house and most importantly, when I get pictures of their new borns. Those are the things that really make me push ahead and fill me with energy.

Kristina Zaricka – Recruitment Administrator

Q: How do you feel about working in this industry, what do you enjoy the most?
A: I feel glad working in the industry where my work involves helping others securing a job and that’s what I enjoy the most.

Q: What are your biggest challenges and what motivates you?
A: My biggest challenges are managing people expectations, but that’s also what motivates me because I always strive to provide the best service and do what it takes to meet our employees and clients expectations