Prysmian Australia

Culture is alright, people are happy to help you although a lot of people ignore your emails and messages when you ask for something or they take a while to respond. It is understandable if they are busy but a quick message to state that would be helpful. Some colleagues speak a different language amongst themselves which can feel isolating at times.

Very understanding and supportive, lots of mateship.

Everyone is pretty friendly and casual - some may say it is too friendly but it's nice. There is of course some gossip and complaining behind people's back but that is normal and expected. There is some division between desk and non-desk employees.

In the office, the workplace culture is generally professional and respectful. Naturally, there are small social groups or cliques, which I think is normal in any workplace. As long as everyone gets along and avoids unnecessary conflict, I believe it’s healthy to have social preferences. Professionally, I feel that most people cooperate well and maintain good working relationships across the board. However, there are some gaps in collaboration between departments, especially when there’s little or no cross-functional work involved. This can sometimes create silos and limit broader teamwork. In terms of hierarchy and communication, there are areas that could be improved. Some individuals in higher positions do not communicate directly with junior staff, often passing messages through several layers before they reach the intended person or department. Additionally, a few senior staff members can be confrontational, unprofessional, or dismissive, particularly when dealing with newer or younger employees. While this is not the norm, it becomes a significant issue when those individuals hold positions of power that others rely on. It can make interactions feel uncomfortable and even discouraging.