In an industry traditionally dominated by men, EH20 Group partnered with Vorboss to pioneer a revolutionary approach to diversifying the fibre engineering workforce. This inspiring initiative demonstrates how innovative recruitment strategies, combined with an employer’s genuine commitment to inclusion, can break down long-standing barriers in telecommunications.
A Vision for Change
Vorboss set an ambitious goal: to achieve a 50/50 gender split in their engineering force by 2027. This wasn’t just about meeting diversity targets – it was about transforming the face of fibre engineering and creating opportunities for talented individuals regardless of their background. They needed a recruitment partner who shared their vision and could think outside the conventional talent pools.
Understanding the Role First-Hand
What sets this partnership apart is our commitment to truly understanding the opportunity we were offering. EH20 Group consultants attended Vorboss engineering open days alongside our candidates, gaining first-hand insight into the day-to-day realities of fibre engineering. This immersive approach enabled us to:
- Better understand the genuine requirements of the role
- Identify transferable skills from other sectors
- Address candidates’ concerns with authentic, experience-based responses
- Provide realistic job previews to potential candidates
Breaking Down Barriers
Our recruitment strategy focused on identifying talented women from diverse professional backgrounds – none of whom had prior experience in engineering or fibre optics. We looked for candidates with the right aptitude, attitude, and potential, rather than traditional technical qualifications.
The success has been remarkable. We’ve helped recruit 15 women into fibre field engineering roles, each bringing unique perspectives and skills from their previous careers. This success demonstrates that with the right training and support, career transitions into technical roles are not just possible – they’re transformative.
The Power of Inclusive Hiring
Vorboss’s commitment to inclusion has been instrumental in this success. By providing comprehensive training and creating a supportive work environment, they’ve shown that technical expertise can be taught when you find the right people with the right mindset. Their approach challenges the traditional notion that engineering roles can only be filled by those with sector-specific experience.
Impact Beyond Numbers
While the numbers are impressive, the real impact goes deeper. Each successful placement:
- Opens doors for more women to consider careers in telecommunications
- Challenges industry stereotypes about technical roles
- Creates visible role models for future generations
- Brings diverse perspectives to problem-solving and innovation in the field
Looking Forward
This collaboration between EH20 Group and Vorboss is more than just a recruitment success story – it’s a blueprint for transforming gender diversity in technical fields. As Vorboss progresses toward their 2027 goal, we continue to refine our approach and expand our reach to talented individuals who might never have considered a career in fibre engineering.
This groundbreaking project proves that with vision, commitment, and the right recruitment strategy, we can create meaningful change in the telecommunications industry. It’s a testament to what’s possible when forward-thinking companies like Vorboss partner with recruitment specialists who share their commitment to diversity and inclusion.
We’re proud to be part of this transformative initiative and look forward to continuing our work in breaking down barriers and creating opportunities in the telecommunications sector
