Pros
Working within a small specialist cabling division within the wider company, although we are spread wide across the UK, we're encouraged to take on plenty of responsibility, but also, all pull together and, where necessary, help and support each other. The opportunities available for UK and/or international working are abound and projects are managed globally using a variety of proven partners. There's generally a good camaraderie within the Operations team. There's also opportunity to improve your role or seek promotions. Plenty of training opportunities. Salary is approx industry norm for position.
Cons
Due to physical spread of the team, it is a challenge to meet everyone regularly for team catch ups, which are mostly undertaken remotely. Because of this, one can feel mentally remote from 'the team'. It feels like there's a trust issue between the Line of Business and the ring fenced Operations team. The workforce is mainly male and aging and youth and, diversity is required. I do not believe there are any underling restrictive reasons for this, but more diversity is required for the health and longevity of the team.
