Growing with the organization
Saskia has experienced every phase of HoSt Group’s development. “From a small team where you knew everyone, to an organisation with hundreds of colleagues worldwide. That growth was impressive, but also took some getting used to.” Within her own team, the atmosphere remains close-knit. “Our Thermal Technology team is still relatively small. That keeps communication direct and the team spirit strong.”
Working on international projects
The international nature of her work is one of the most interesting aspects. “You work with colleagues and partners from different countries. In projects like Romania, we collaborated with local parties and colleagues from Latvia.” This requires flexibility and adaptability. “You deal with different cultures, different ways of working and sometimes language barriers. That makes it challenging, but also very rewarding.”
A culture of opportunity and responsibility
What appealed to Saskia from the beginning was the freedom she was given. “You really get the opportunity to develop yourself. You are given responsibility and the space to take initiative.” At the same time, that comes with expectations. “You need to enjoy figuring things out yourself and taking responsibility. The projects are large and complex, so you need to be able to handle pressure.”
Long-term involvement
After more than thirty years, Saskia is still closely connected to HoSt Group. “It has truly become part of my life. My children even say: you will never leave this company.” That connection goes beyond the work itself. “We do a lot together as a team and as a company. That social aspect has always been important and still is, even with the growth.”
