We want everyone thinking of applying for a position to know more about Vena Energy --
With this in mind, four members of the Human Resources / General Affairs Department, which is involved in the
recruitment process, had a round-table talk.
In this section we will introduce the types of people who are working successfully at our company, the
corporate culture nurtured in the multinational environment, and the important factors we focus on during the
recruitment and selection process, and so on
N"Energy" "Empower" "Edge" "Execution"
"Expertise" and "External Focus." These are what we call "6E" which Vena Energy has set forth as the core
values the company expects from its employees. How to interpret these short words is partly left to the
sensibilities of the employees, but when we think of the talents who are working successfully in each of our
departments, so many of them do demonstrate 6E.
HWe do not proactively communicate 6E
outside the company but always introduce this concept to new employees during their induction sessions after
joining the company.
NThat's right. From these six words, I
feel that what is expected of us is an attitude of getting others involved to move things forward, an
aspiration to further brush up the expertise that we have accumulated, courage to tackle difficult tasks to
achieve goals, flexibility to think about things from different perspectives, and a stance to take the
initiative and try new things.
YA complementary phrase is set for
each of the 6E’s. For example, "Energy" comes with "Creates a buzz." I feel that these also represent the
characteristics of Vena Energy. I understand it as "'Engagement' or let's do a job that others would be
interested in," and actually there are many cases where this company takes a bold step and takes on a
challenging project, which is a tough act for other companies to follow.
SVena Energy is a company that is
growing rapidly right now in the newly-born market of renewable energy. Because we are focusing on "how we can
grow our business fast," I think there are many situations that require us to take on a variety of challenges.
Therefore, I believe that the "mindset ready to enjoy changes and challenges" is more important than the
"excellence in doing things properly according to a fixed process."
SAs you say, 25% to 30% of our staff
are foreign nationals. We are a company of people who have built up their careers in a wide variety of
cultures including western countries, Asia, and the Pacific region, thus a lot of our staff are very flexible
and eager to take on new challenges.
H I also feel that being able to enjoy
a global environment is an important factor to work successfully at this company. I think this company would
be a truly exciting workplace for those who can flexibly absorb diverse ideas and perspectives and adopt good
ones without hesitation.
N If I were to give one thing, I would
say the "unquestioning sense of ownership" that we can feel from each and every employee. The vast majority of
our staff never think "someone else would do it" and rather take everything as part of their own
responsibility. I think this kind of positive attitude is leading to the rapid growth of the organization as a
whole.
YSince we are a group of people who
have intentionally chosen "renewable energy" from among a variety of industries, everyone is highly conscious
of matters such as environmental issues and contributions to the society. I always feel that, while achieving
rapid growth, people here are working not only for our own interests but also for the communities and
societies that let us build power plants.
SOur business model is based on the
concept of launching a project from scratch, taking care of it in-house even after the commencement of
commercial operations, and continuing business that takes root in the community and makes strong social
contributions. Since it is also a business that involves development in the natural environment and affects
the local landscape, it is of course also essential to work responsibly for local residents and earn their
trust. I believe this theme of "continuity" has resulted in the sense of responsibility among employees, and
in turn, become a strength of Vena Energy.
HWhat I feel everyday is that the
speed of judgement of my boss is very fast. I do not feel distant from my boss thus if something happens, I
can consult with her right away and get her answer right away. I appreciate this very much.
YThe speed is certainly different. I
participate in various meetings as an interpreter and often see situations where even big decisions affecting
business management or operations are made quickly on the spot. When the company faces a major challenge, it
does not stick to the original plan and makes a logical decision to quickly switch to "Plan B." I believe this
ability to make a bold decision fast is also its major strength.
SThere are even cases where, despite
the fact that Plan A, B or C are originally considered, we end up choosing Plan D. However, even in such
cases, it is not a mere impulsive top-down decision. Because global talents who have developed different
experiences and skills get together to bring and brush up ideas for "what we should do to achieve the ultimate
goal," we can generate "Plan D" that is normally inconceivable. This is also our strength and may be an
interesting aspect as well.
NAfter joining the company as a
mid-career recruit, the first thing I felt was a climate in which we can communicate with one another
regardless of job title or department.
YThat’s true, the organization is
truly flat and has a casual atmosphere. There is no such thing as the president's office. I was surprised when
our country head Juan-san quite naturally talked to me in the office saying "How's your job?"
SWe hardly feel a hierarchical
relationship, nor any barriers between different companies within the group. When there are some commonalities
between the work of two people, without being tied to unnecessary legacy, they talk to each other on an equal
footing across the boundaries of companies and departments, bringing together each other's specialties and
expertise, which I find interesting.
HPreviously the wind team and solar
team were located on different floors of a same building, but we moved our office in September 2020 and now
both teams are on the same floor thus they are communicating with each other even more actively than before.
SRight before the government's
declaration of a state of emergency, all employees had shifted to work from home as a general rule. Currently,
employees can choose by themselves whether to work from home or in the office, depending on the progress of
each project. At the time of office relocation, we designed the new office in a way that each person can have
wider space, partly for the purpose of preventing infection. We have also created rooms for employees to
concentrate on their work, so they are interested in such new features and now more people are coming to the
office. Actually, H-san was also involved in this office relocation project and worked on it with us.
HYes, I was. For me, office
relocation itself was a type of work I had never done before. There was a fixed deadline, of course, and it
was also such a large-scale relocation that I would not have many chances to get involved, so I felt nervous
at the beginning. Nevertheless, my boss provided me with close guidance and assistance so I was able to
proceed without any trouble, which allowed me to grow as human resources and general affairs personnel.
NWhat I remember well is that I was
asked "What do you want to achieve in this company?" quite deeply. I was asked not only about what I wanted to
do immediately after joining the company, but also "What do you want to do after that? How do you see your
future?" and we talked about future steps too as if it was a career development meeting. The interview made me
feel that the company does want its employees to aim high.
HI felt "this company is very frank"
even during the interview stage. It was impressive that the interviewer asked me to share my own opinions many
times, like "What do you think about this?" rather than unilaterally checking my background, in an
easy-to-talk atmosphere. In fact, those who are able to express their opinions are the ones who are successful
here after joining the company, so I guess the company tried to evaluate that aspect through the interview.
YIn my case, since I joined the
company in a specialized position as an interpreter, at the beginning I was asked deeply about my skills and
experiences up until then. But not only that, even from the stage of the first interview, the interviewer took
time to explain the trends in the renewable energy sector and the business operations and missions of Vena
Energy in details. I felt that the company is looking for people who not only have a skillset that matches the
position but also are genuinely interested in and conscious about renewable energy and global environmental
issues and sympathize with the company.
SAs Y-san says, at the first
interview managers in each department mainly focus on the level of experiences and skills related to the
candidate's position, but at the following interviews with the head of each business unit or equivalent
personnel, we always check whether the candidate is compatible with the philosophy of the team and our
corporate culture. No matter how competent the person may be, if the corporate color does not fit him then he
cannot enjoy working here, and both sides would end up being unhappy. I think the fit with the culture is
essential.
NYour willingness to take on the
challenge of entering a new industry with courage is what could lead to success at our company. Opportunities
to be involved in various projects are awaiting, so please gain new knowledge and utilize it in the field of
renewable energy. Let's work together to realize a sustainable, diverse, and inclusive society.
YVena Energy is a company that is
constantly changing, with strong momentum in both its business and its employees. I would not say working here
is easy, but there is no awkward human relationship to worry about and there are many occasions that make you
feel a sense of fulfillment, so it is truly an enjoyable experience to work here. If you want to grow in a
pleasant working environment, I would very much recommend you consider applying.
HMany of the management members have
cheerful characters and they are very close to us, so I don't think you will face difficulties handling human
relationships. New projects are coming in one after another, and I believe it is also a feature of the company
that it keeps moving without ever standing still. I would be happy if I could work with someone who sees this
environment as an opportunity and can take on every challenge with an aspiration to grow further.
SAfter joining the company, I myself
have been trying innovative recruitment methods that I had never experienced before. Since I came here, I have
learned a lot, and this company has taught me "No matter how much experience I accumulate, I can still take on
new challenges." I am sure this is the same regardless of what you do, such as project management,
construction, and so on. If you feel "I want to take on new challenges" "I want to open up a new world" I
would very much like you to join us.
