RWE reviews

4.0

83% would recommend to a friend

(441 total reviews)

Markus Krebber

83% approve of CEO

59% positive business outlook

RWE has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 441 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The RWE employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Energy, Mining & Utilities industry (3.7 stars).

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441 reviews
1.0
Aug 28, 2023

Wouldn't recommend

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good pay, so that's a positive aspect of working for RWE

Cons

Red Tape and Decision-Making: Recommendations: Dealing with excessive red tape can slow down decision-making processes and stifle innovation. To address this issue, consider implementing streamlined approval processes, clear decision-making frameworks, and regular reviews of procedures to identify and eliminate unnecessary bureaucracy. Empower employees at different levels to make decisions within their areas of expertise, and establish guidelines that balance the need for control with the need for agility. Fear of Accountability: Recommendation: Fear of accountability can lead to a lack of ownership and responsibility, resulting in subpar performance and missed opportunities. Fostering a culture of accountability starts with clear communication of expectations and responsibilities. Provide training and resources for employees to excel in their roles, and create an environment where mistakes are seen as learning opportunities rather than grounds for punishment. Recognize and reward employees who take initiative and deliver results. Lack of Tangible Results: Recommendation: Working hard but not seeing meaningful results can be demotivating. It's essential to align efforts with strategic goals and regularly evaluate progress. Set measurable and realistic targets, break down projects into achievable milestones, and ensure that employees have the necessary resources and support to accomplish their tasks. Regularly communicate progress and celebrate successes, no matter how small, to keep the team motivated. Overall, addressing these issues requires a combination of cultural changes, process improvements, and leadership support. Encourage open communication within the organization, where employees feel comfortable voicing their concerns and suggesting solutions. Strong leadership that actively listens, supports innovation, and takes action to remove barriers can go a long way in transforming a work environment from one plagued by challenges to one driven by effectiveness and collaboration.

1.0
Aug 23, 2023

Favorism and heavy office politics

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good salaries and good benefits

Cons

Money doesn't make up for favorism and office politicking. At first everything looks fab. When you scratch the surface, you see how disfunctional the place is, promotions are not based on qualifications etc. They pretend to care about people, but really just care about making money. That's ok, just no need to pretend that they care about people.

5.0
Apr 18, 2022

Great place to work overall

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good pay and benefits, good career opportunities and exposure to management, good and healthy company culture and smart people in most departments

Cons

Some sticky underperformers and troublemakers, usually old timers, seem to be difficult to be dealt with despite complaints, maybe somewhat due to more protective European workplace policies

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