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Gysbertus E.

Project Validation Manager, Systems Engineer, Operations Manager- Sydney

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Join Alstom and stay with Alstom! This company, due to its size and influence in the world has always proven to be a safe haven for anybody working responsibly and being agile. The company has opportunities for you to work all over the world. Each participating unit has so many advantages and opportunities for you to grow and become a master or expert in many fields.

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Career path

Engineer, Senior Engineer

Alstom APAC

From 01/2007 to 04/2013

Project Validation Manager, Systems Engineer, Operations Manager- Sydney

Alstom APAC

Started 04/2013 to Present

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What do you like about your job and the company?

Every day 1000's of people take a ride on our trains in Sydney. Our trains, for the Sydney Metro, are driverless. I get to spend time with our own engineering team, our Warranty Teams as well as the customer to make sure we are all in alignment on the day-to-day activities, ensuring a high reliability and availability.

Greatest achievements

I was the Project Validation Manager for the biggest railway project in history - in 2013. I walked in as a very experienced Rolling Stock engineer, but walked out a specialist in many fields.

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When it comes to building a successful career, there are many things you can do to increase your chances of success. Two key pieces of advice that can help you in any career are to be visible to the company and to know what you're doing. Being visible to the company means more than just showing up to work every day. It means taking an active role in the organization and making sure that people know who you are and what you're capable of. This can involve volunteering for projects and assignments, attending company events and meetings, and seeking out opportunities to connect with coworkers and managers. By being visible, you increase your chances of being considered for new opportunities and promotions. Another important aspect of building a successful career is to know what you're doing. This means having a clear understanding of your job responsibilities, the company's goals and objectives, and how your work fits into the bigger picture. It also means taking the time to learn and develop your skills and expertise, so that you can be confident and effective in your role. By knowing what you're doing, you increase your value to the company and become more likely to be considered for advancement opportunities. To be successful in your career, it's also important to take ownership of your own professional development. This means seeking out opportunities to learn and grow, whether through training programs, online courses, or mentorship opportunities. By investing in yourself, you can become more knowledgeable and skilled, which will increase your value to the company and make you a more competitive candidate for promotions and new opportunities. In summary, if you want to build a successful career, it's important to be visible to the company and to know what you're doing. By taking an active role in the organization, developing your skills and expertise, and investing in your own professional development, you can increase your value to the company and become a more competitive candidate for advancement opportunities.

Discussions with Gysbertus E
What’s the best thing that happened at work this week?
in Career Tips·mardi, avril 18, 2023
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How do you keep motivated in your career?
in Career progression·mardi, avril 25, 2023
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Have you ever had an unsuccessful project and what did you learn?
in Career Tips·jeudi, juillet 13, 2023
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