People and Culture
Employee Experience and Development
We’re shaping the future of energy through the power of women and the unity of differences.
At Enerjisa Üretim, we don’t just produce energy— we empower equality, diversity, and transformation. Today, in an industry once perceived as maledominated, women’s voices are stronger than ever. We are building not only energy, but also a brand-new work environment shaped by women, diverse cultures, and unique life stories.
Together with our female engineers and team members from various countries, we make decisions and cultivate a culture of collaboration that transcends borders. In this environment, where people of all ages and backgrounds work side by side, we believe diversity isn’t just a strength, it’s a necessity. We welcomed 79 female and 172 male employees to our organization, increasing our workforce by 251 and continuing our growth journey with a total of 1,327 employees in 2024.
Through our employee-centric approach and collaborative production culture, we’re continuously strengthening our employer brand. In line with this vision, we achieved several prestigious milestones in 2024. Our workplace was internationally recognized with Top Employer and Great Place to Work certifications, and we proudly earned a place on Türkiye’s Best Employers List. Our Power MBA program, developed in collaboration with Sabancı University EDU, earned 3 Gold Awards at The Stevie Awards. Meanwhile, our “İyi ki Varsın” (Glad to Have You) recognition initiative won a Bronze Award. We were honored with a total of 6 awards, 4 of them gold, at the Brandon Hall Awards. We remain a top choice for young talent, standing out in the “Most Admired Companies” list with our strong culture and growth opportunities. Throughout the year, we also took pride in receiving awards in five different categories at the Golden Leader and Golden Collar Awards, celebrating the power of shared success.
In 2024, we welcomed 79 women and 172 men to our team, increasing our workforce by 251 people. Today, we continue to grow with a total of 1,327 employees.
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Talent Management
At Enerjisa Üretim, we continuously enhance our performance management processes to support the development of our employees and align with our company’s strategic objectives. In this context, we introduced the Objectives and Key Results (OKR) system for the first time in 2024. With the OKR system, we aimed to more clearly define individual and team goals, thereby increasing transparency and strategic alignment in performance management. Our 85% OKR alignment score demonstrates that our employees have successfully adapted to this new system and are delivering effective performance in line with our strategic goals.
To increase the effectiveness of our performance management processes, we implemented the 5-point calibration practice. This system allows us to evaluate employee performance more objectively and comprehensively, while providing a multifaceted perspective on both individual and team performance. The calibration process, completed with a 100% alignment rate, reveals the reliability and effectiveness of our performance evaluation system. Our 2024 performance efficiency score of 90% proves that our employees are performing at a high level and contributing significantly to our corporate goals. We remain committed to a transparent, fair, and data-driven evaluation approach to support the performance and development of our employees. Through the OKR system, calibration processes, and efficiency analyses, we continue to evolve our performance management system, enabling our employees to reach their highest potential both individually and as teams.
Development and Talent Programs
We have designed and implemented comprehensive programs to support the development of both our employees and the professionals of the future:
In 2024
- 94 participants in 3 classes (2 Turkish classes, 1 English class)
- Participants from 6 countries, including Türkiye (Hungary, Bulgaria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, United Arab Emirates, Croatia)
- 10 international participants
- Professionals from 56 different companies enriched our program.
In 2024, 249 new colleagues joined us as full-time employees.
Power MBA Program
Launched to cultivate professionals who can adapt to the dynamic nature of the energy sector, think strategically, and possess strong leadership competencies, the Power MBA Program offers participants both technical and managerial expertise. Conducted in collaboration with Sabancı University EDU, the program aims to support the next generation of leaders shaping the future of the energy ecosystem.
Spanning nine months, the program takes a holistic approach, covering a wide range of topics, from energy fundamentals to financial markets, generation technologies, management processes, strategy development, and the future of the energy sector. Participants gain up-to-date industry knowledge and develop critical skills such as strategic decision-making, problem-solving, and leadership. A key feature of the program is the combination of theoretical content with practical applications. Through technical site visits, participants observe energy generation processes firsthand, and international power plant visits at the end of the program provide valuable exposure to global energy markets. As a result, participants strengthen their knowledge and skills while gaining a global perspective. We completed the fourth cohort of the Power MBA Program, which began in November 2020, as of 2025. To date, we have reached 282 graduates and proudly hosted professionals from 146 different companies in our program.
Additionally, 13 students participated in our short-term internship program, and 7 students joined our longterm internship program. We continue to grow with our energy and provide young talent with a strong start to their careers.
At Enerjisa Üretim, we believe that the Power MBA Program not only enhances in-house competencies but also contributes to the broader development of the energy sector and the energy transition. In line with this belief, we remain dedicated to nurturing the energy leaders of the future.
Genç Fikir
With the Young Ideas program, which allows our employees under the age of 30 to share their ideas directly with senior management, we support intergenerational learning. Young Ideas Volunteers actively participate in decision-making processes, join reverse mentoring and leadership meetings, and bring their projects to life with support from senior leadership. In 2024, 8 young colleagues actively participated in the program.
As part of the program, 31 new teammates joined us in 2024.
Nextchanger MT Program
To cultivate the energy leaders of the future, we launched the Nextchanger New Graduate Young Talent Leadership Program. This program aims to attract young talent with 0–2 years of work experience who are eager to build a career in the energy sector and are open to learning and development. Designed to make a lasting impact in the sector, the program offers a comprehensive framework to develop both technical and leadership skills.
The Nextchanger Program allows new graduates to integrate into various business processes, experience industry dynamics firsthand, and strengthen their professional competencies. The program includes:
- Technical and competency-based training to build sector-specific knowledge and skills
- Site visits to observe energy generation processes in the field and learn through direct experienceProject work to develop teamwork, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills
- Leadership and personal development programs to strengthen leadership capabilities and support professional growth
Throughout the program, participants rotate across different departments at Enerjisa Üretim, gaining insights into both technical and managerial processes. They also receive direct feedback from expert mentors and managers, guiding their professional development.
In 2024, 34 new colleagues joined us through the Energy Youth College Program, and 31 through the Nextchanger Program.
Energy Youth College Internship Program
Our company offers a long-term internship program called Energy Youth College. Participants who successfully complete this program have the opportunity to continue their careers with us by joining our Nextchanger new graduate recruitment program. Energy Youth College targets 3rd and 4th-year university students who are interested in the energy sector and eager to grow.
Students benefit from various technical and behavioral training opportunities, supporting their personal and professional development.
1 Seed participant joined our company as part of the Seed MT Young Talent Program.
Through the New Generation Career Experience Program3, 2 participants completed internships at our company.
Sabancı Holding Talent and Development Programs
In 2024, a total of 29 participants from our company were nominated to development programs offered by Sabancı Holding. The programs attended are as follows:
University Events and Collaborations
Now in its fourth year, the Enerjisa Üretim Academy contributes not only to the development of our employees but also to young talents through university collaborations. In line with our Spektrum philosophy, while enhancing talents’ technical and behavioural competencies, we offer a new-generation learning journey that introduces them to current technologies, broadens their perspectives, and makes learning enjoyable.
We run a comprehensive university collaboration program aimed at sharing our industry knowledge and experience with young talents and bringing future energy professionals into the sector. In 2024, we reached over 14,500 students through 55 events across 26 different universities. In these events, we provided students with up-to-date sector insights, guiding their career planning and raising awareness about energy.
Our programs extend beyond national borders to create an international impact. Under the “A Day at Enerjisa Üretim” initiative, we hosted students from leading universities such as Penn State, Pennsylvania, Texas, and the University of Denver, allowing them to experience the core dynamics of the energy sector firsthand.
Long-Term Partnerships with Universities
We develop sustainable and effective partnerships with Türkiye’s leading universities:
- For seven years, our experts have served as guest instructors in the “Fuel Chemistry and Technology” course within the Istanbul Technical University’s Chemical Engineering undergraduate program, sharing comprehensive energy sector knowledge.
- Collaborations with Manisa Celal Bayar University, Bilgi University, and IYTE include contributions to academic content, organizing seminars, technical visits, and career days to offer students close-up industry exposure.
Applied Projects and Technical Trainings
- Within the IYTE collaboration, we completed the Mini-Synchronous setup at İzmir Institute of Technology and delivered an eight-session hybrid training program on the OnePact software for effective use of this infrastructure. In cooperation with Celal Bayar Vocational School, we offered internships to 5 electrical department students in 2024 and planned a similar quota for 2025. We maintained direct communication with students, providing internship information and VR-supported introduction activities.
Inclusive Development Programs
- Womentum Program: Running for 10 weeks, Womentum focuses on skills young women need in their career journeys, offering development in resilience, agility, empathy, communication, and critical thinking. In 2024, we received over 4,000 applications from 67 provinces and graduated 1,058 participants. We plan to expand the program to more provinces in 2025.
- Enerjisa Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School Internship Development Program: At our Tufanbeyli campus, we delivered workshopbased practical training for 4th-year students in areas including Occupational Health and Safety, Electricity, I&C, and Mechanical Maintenance. A total of 40 students participated in the program.
Foreign Employees
As of 2024, within our Senkron IT and Enerjisa Commodities brands, we work with colleagues from 10 different countries, including Hungary, Serbia, Italy, the Netherlands, India, Egypt, Greece, France, and the United Kingdom.
We prioritize growth through international talent and strengthening our global vision by enhancing cultural diversity.
Collaboration with Bandırma Science High School
At the career day event held on February 11th at Bandırma Science High School, four of our engineers (electrical maintenance engineer, I&C maintenance engineer, chemical process manager, and environmental engineer) joined forces with our People and Culture partner to engage with students. Sharing their career stories, they informed and inspired young people about the energy sector and their professional paths.
Training and Development
In 2024, Enerjisa Üretim Academy’s training activities included:
- A total investment of TL 28 million in technical and mandatory trainings.
- Delivering 133,417 hours of training covering technical, mandatory, and competency development content to enhance our employees’ knowledge and skills.
- Supporting sectoral knowledge sharing with 592 external training programs.
- Officially certifying employee competencies through 402 different legal certification trainings.
- Integrating these trainings into the E-Development platform to build a robust digital learning infrastructure accessible anytime, anywhere for our employees.
- Designing or revising 67 training programs with expert internal trainers, increasing content on the E-Development portal to 160 courses.
- Conducting 70 different face-to-face technical internal trainings to boost technical knowledge and field experience.
- Supporting full compliance with legal requirements by facilitating the acquisition of 2,373 certificates across 49 different legal scopes.
Aligned with our strategic goals and employees’ development needs, we design learning and development products to strengthen behavioral, technical, and leadership competencies. Alongside face-to-face training options, Enerjisa Üretim’s online learning platform, the E-Development Portal, offers innovative and rich content such as E-Orientation, Technical Trainings, IT Trainings, Mandatory Trainings, and Managerial Competency Courses.
Each power plant identifies its specific technical needs and establishes annual training programs accordingly. Additionally, we support hands-on technical classroom projects, engineer development programs, and specialised technical training to help our engineers and interns gain field experience, cultivating the energy professionals of tomorrow.
Now completing its fourth year, Enerjisa Üretim Academy supports not only our team members but also young talents through university partnerships.
Following our Spektrum philosophy, we continue this next-generation educational journey that promotes talent development, keeps them up to date with current technologies, and fosters learning through new perspectives and enjoyable experiences.
Among the 818 courses in our training catalogue, we offer unique technical experiences such as ManeVRa and WindVR applications prepared with VR technology and the VR-based Advanced Defensive Driving Simulator, all industry firsts Furthermore, our internal training activities continue withcourses on Computers, PLC, Automation, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, and Mechanics.
Through our “Train the Trainer” program conducted by Enerjisa Üretim Academy’s corporate trainers, we cultivate internal instructors to ensure sustainable knowledge and experience transfer.
We connect with participants via interactive training sessions held in the Pekiyi Track training hall at our Tufanbeyli Spektrum Campus or through the Pekiyi Track website, increasing occupational health and safety awareness and empowering a safe working environment.
Through our Women Technicians and Engineers Transforming Wind into Energy Program and the Tufanbeyli Internship Program, we have enabled graduates to enhance their professional knowledge, build strong industry connections, and start their careers confidently with the technical training and applications provided at the Spektrum Campus.
Committed to our vision of developing future energy professionals, we will continue investing in education to sustain these programs and bring more talented youth into the sector.
With these ongoing investments in education, we continue supporting our employees’ personal and professional growth while contributing to the future of our industry.
A total of 133,417 training hours were completed, comprising 39,684 hours via the E-Development platform and 93,733 hours through HRWEB resulting in an average of 102 hours of training per employee based on a workforce of 1,300.
Support Programs
Enerjisa Üretim provides employees with LinkedIn Learning accounts, master’s and doctoral degree support, coaching assistance, and foreign language training via conversation classes or the Cambly app, tailored to needs and proficiency levels.
Orientation Trainings
We organize a two fullday, face-to-face orientation program at the Headquarters for all new team members joining Enerjisa Üretim. The program covers introductions to People and Culture Units, Sustainability initiatives, Enerjine Sağlık program, Occupational Health and Safety processes, IT and Digitalization applications, and other essential topics. Social activities such as panels, Human Bingo, “Explore the Office” tours, quizzes, and Welcome Celebrations support our new colleagues in settling in quickly.
Leader Next
At Enerjisa Üretim, we have launched a comprehensive and sustainable leadership development program aimed at enhancing the professional skills of all our leaders responsible for team management, elevating their leadership competencies to an advanced level, and increasing their effectiveness within their teams.
This development journey, named “Leader Next,” is designed to strengthen our leaders’ capabilities both individually and at the team level, with the goal of transforming them into more effective leaders.
The program is structured around three core pillars: “Collaboration,” “Feedforward Culture,” and “Performance Teams.” Each module is supported by diverse learning methodologies to ensure active engagement and effective learning for our leaders. Accordingly, a rich development process has been crafted, incorporating classroom training sessions, orientation meetings, interactive sessions that encourage experience sharing, and action learning workshops.
Catalogue Trainings (Enrich Teams)
All team members without team management responsibilities participate in face-to-face personal development training based on identified competency needs. Training topics cover a wide range of skills, including Adaptability, Creativity, Behavioral Finance, Persuasion and Negotiation, Communication, Motivation, Teamwork, Strategic Planning, Analytical Thinking, Time Management, Critical Thinking, Presentation Skills, and Stress Management. Additionally, we organize seminars available both onsite and online to support personal development. These seminars provide team members with up-todate knowledge on current topics while broadening their perspectives, contributing to both their professional and personal growth.
Combine (Comb People Development Program)
We successfully completed our Comb People (Combine) training and development program, designed to cultivate employees identified as “combs”, those with expertise in at least three different fields, by enhancing their end-to-end business process knowledge. The program spanned 17 weeks and offered a total of 34 hours of training across 24 different subjects.
The program included 73 participants, 37 of whom attended mandatory sessions and 36 optional ones. Mandatory attendees maintained an 85% attendance rate. Both the midterm and final exams held online achieved full participation, with average scores of 79% and 88%, respectively. All mandatory participants surpassed the 70% success threshold and earned their graduation from the program.
The overall satisfaction rate for the trainings was 85%, with the session titled “European Electricity and Gas Market and the Role of Enerjisa Commodities in Dispatch” receiving the highest satisfaction rate of 98.8%. The Comb People program contributed to supporting our multi-skilled employees from a strategic perspective and enhanced our organizational agility.
Gender Equality
At Enerjisa Üretim, we uphold equality as a fundamental principle. We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion across all our processes, ensuring equal treatment for everyone regardless of age, gender, religion, race, marital status, health condition, nationality, sexual orientation, disability status, political views, or any other factors.
We believe in the importance of diversity and, through our inclusive work culture, protect the rights of all employees in full compliance with legal regulations, managing our human resources processes on the basis of equal opportunity. We have established a transparent, secure, and retaliation-free reporting mechanism for all our employees and business partners.
Relevant Policies and Procedures:
- Human Rights Policy
- Anti-Discrimination, Violence and Harassment Procedure
- Enerjisa Üretim Human Rights Standards Operating Procedure
- Enerjisa Üretim Compliance Policy
- Policy on the Protection and Processing of Special Categories of Personal Data
- Zero Tolerance Policy Against Violence and Harassment
- Open Door Policy
- Current Status Analysis Guide for Enerjisa Üretim Human Rights Policies
Gender-Based Violence (GBV) & Gender Equality Focal Points
In 2024, Enerjisa Üretim demonstrated a strong commitment to creating a healthy and safe working environment by taking significant steps to prevent discrimination, violence, and harassment in the workplace. We published the Anti-Discrimination, Violence and Harassment Policy along with the Zero Tolerance Procedure against Violence and Harassment, aiming to provide an equitable and safe working environment for all employees.
Expanding our People and Culture Policy in line with these principles, we developed a framework that supports gender equality. This framework includes a set of measures and practices designed to create equal opportunities for all employees and firmly prevent discrimination and violence. To effectively implement the zero-tolerance policy in our workplace, we appointed Gender Equality Focal Points tasked with raising awareness and guiding our employees. These focal points play a crucial role in fostering an inclusive, respectful, and safe workplace environment. We conducted extensive awareness-raising activities at our headquarters, field offices, and sites, and published poster materials to ensure easy access to policies and procedures for all employees.
Projects Within the Scope of Gender Equality
In June 2024, we published our Zero Tolerance Policy and Procedure Against Violence and Harassment. As part of our efforts to foster an inclusive and safe work environment, a Workplace Gender-Based Violence and Harassment Survey was conducted with all employees in April 2024. Gender Equality Ambassadors were appointed—led by our People and Culture Business Partnership team—and introduced to the entire company. Our 35-member Nextchanger team completed an online training journey on DEI and shared their knowledge and experiences with each other through “Learn from Each Other” sessions.
Women Turning Wind into Energy
Enerjisa Üretim launched the Women Turning Wind into Energy (REDKA) Project to increase women’s employment and strengthen diversity in the energy sector. This project supports newly graduated women engineers’ entry into the energy industry, aiming to boost women workforce participation and enhance their professional development. The REDKA program facilitates femalewomen engineers’ sector entry while developing their technical and behavioral competencies, enabling them to build sustainable careers.
The program includes:
- Technical training providing comprehensive knowledge on wind energy and energy generation processes.
- Deep dives into technical subjects such as wind turbines, energy transmission systems, and operational processes.
- Behavioral competency training focused on leadership, communication, strategic thinking, and teamwork skills.
- Mentoring and coaching support to closely monitor participants’ professional development, offering direct feedback from seasoned industry experts.
- Fieldwork and plant visits to apply theoretical knowledge practically and gain on-site industry experience.
Through REDKA, women engineers strengthen their technical skills in the wind energy sector while gaining opportunities to actively contribute to projects shaping the industry’s future. Successful participants gain access to long-term career opportunities within Enerjisa Üretim. Seven new team members joined us in 2024 under this program.
Women Technicians Turning Wind into Energy
Another initiative to support women’s employment and increase the representation of women technicians in the energy sector is the Women Technicians Turning Wind into Energy Project. Developed in collaboration with Enercon this program empowers women technicians by enhancing their technical skills and enabling them to build lasting careers in the sector. This comprehensive eight-week training and development platform for women technicians interested in entering the wind energy sector includes:
- Turbine training where participants learn in detail about the mechanical and electrical components of wind turbines and gain practical experience.
- Field applications to apply theoretical knowledge on-site, providing real-world work experience.
- Mentoring and coaching support offering direct feedback and career guidance from industry professionals.
The project aligns with our vision of operating the Ovacık Wind Power Plant (WPP) entirely with a team of women employees. In 2024, four women technicians successfully completed their technical training and joined Enerjisa Üretim, starting their roles at Ovacık WPP. This milestone not only increases women representation in technical roles but also sets a strong example of commitment to gender equality in the sector.
Enerjisa Üretim remains steadfast in supporting gender equality through these policies, taking determined steps to eliminate discrimination and violence, and consistently providing a safe, fair, and respectful work environment. This ensures all our employees can work with confidence and fully realize their potential.
Womentum
Womentum is a dynamic 10-week development program designed to build the essential competencies young women need for their career journeys. Focusing on critical skills such as resilience, agility, empathy, communication, and critical thinking, the program equips participants with strong personal and professional capabilities. In 2024, Womentum received over 4,000 applications from across Türkiye, attracting participants from 67 provinces and graduating 1,058 individuals, steadily expanding its impact.