Hear from our female employees for International Women’s Day
This International Women’s Day we spoke to some of our female employees on their experience working in the heating and cooling industry and asked them what advice they would give to women interested in this sector. Read on to find out what they had to say!
Kerry Soper, Technical Area Sales Manager
Over the years I have seen more and more women come into the industry and make their mark whether that be in similar roles to myself, as installers themselves, or in the merchant trade. My advice is that banter is key! The conversations aren't just boilers, heat pumps and business development, it is family, it is hobbies, it is laughter, it is mental health, it is sport, the list goes on and on. This job is relationships.
Ray McClay, Regional Sales Director Ireland
First gas qualified female installer
I used to be a gas installer and at one point was the first gas qualified female installer in the UK! I love the diversity of my job, no day in the week is the same. It’s good being a female in this industry. Although, 21 years later when I meet a new customer, they still expect a man! Most of my installers I perceive as friends and not customers. Not a day goes by without someone putting a smile on my face!
Abbie Eaves, Consumer Credit Sales Manager
My favourite part of my job is making a real difference for installers. Being able to help installers provide finance solutions that make those upgrades possible is very rewarding. My advice to young women interested in this industry is to just go for it! Heating and cooling aren’t just about engineering or installation; it includes finance, operations, sales, project management, sustainability, and leadership roles. There is space for different skill sets and career paths.
Listen to what our female engineers had to say too!
We spoke to some of our female engineers for International Women in Engineering Day last year.