ODAŞ’s projects, which are carried out with team cooperation and add value to the organisation, are deemed worthy of awards. İnci Arıkan, Director of People and Culture at ODAŞ, states, “Every award we receive is an indicator of the dedication of our colleagues, strong relationships with our stakeholders, and the trust we have with our business partners.”
In today’s business world, the success of the companies is not only measured by the investments they make or the financial figures they report at the end of the year. Recently, employer branding activities and corporate responsibility projects that have a societal impact have also become one of the most important factors in the success of the companies. In this context, ODAŞ, one of the leading players in energy, mining, and tourism sectors, is attracting attention not only with its operations but also with its employer branding projects.
‘AWARDS VOTED BY THE EMPLOYEES OF ODAŞ’
ODAŞ was included with two companies in the "GPTW - Turkey's Best Employers 2024" list organised by the Great Place to Work Institute (GPTW), which provides services on workplace culture and employee satisfaction on a global scale, this year due to its efforts to become an employer brand. Suda Maden, a subsidiary of ODAŞ, was ranked first in the 50 – 99 employees’ category with the votes of its employees. With a total score of 100 out of 100, Suda Maden received "full marks" from its employees and topped the list in its first year. ODAŞ Headquarters was also included in the same list in 26th place. İnci Arıkan, Director of People and Culture at ODAŞ, says, “Being one of GPTW - Best Employers makes us proud and shows that our efforts to increase the happiness of our colleagues at work have paid off.”
"Projects that Strengthen Employer Branding"
EMPLOYEE MOTIVATION: ODAŞ implements various policies to retain experienced colleagues, recognise their values and increase their commitment to their work. The company aims to motivate experienced colleagues and increase their through practices such as providing internal development opportunities, supporting career progression, establishing a fair salary policy, and offering an attractive benefits package. PROJECTS THAT HELP TO
STRENGTHEN RELATIONSHIPS: In the following period, ODAŞ aims to implement projects that will further strengthen the employer brand. For example, "An Energetic Break" events will strengthen the relations between colleagues by bringing them together at regular intervals. This creates a positive atmosphere in the working environment.
ENCOURAGING PROJECTS: As part of the "ODAŞ Good Living Movement," projects are implemented to promote healthy living in the work environment. From healthy snacks and fruit treats that promote good nutrition in the office, to awareness activities, training and internal communication events, various activities support 'well-being' in the workplace.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Through the ODAŞ People Volunteers project, ODAŞ employees can participate in social impact-oriented company activities, get involved in the projects of non-governmental organisations or develop an idea themselves and create a social impact.
ODAŞ: BEST WORKPLACE FOR WOMEN
ODAŞ was also included in the “GPTW Türkiye’s Best Employers 2023” list in three different categories. Another award that ODAŞ received last year was inclusion in the “GPTW - Best Workplaces for Women 2023” list. This award demonstrated ODAŞ’s commitment to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment for women employees. For ODAŞ, awards are important not just as certificates of honour but as a way to celebrate the company culture, values, and the achievements of its employees. İnci Arıkan states, “As ODAŞ, we have wholeheartedly embraced this concept. By advancing with determination according to the goals we set each year, we become recipients of prestigious awards that validate our successes. Every award we receive is a testament to the dedication of our colleagues, our strong relationships with them and our stakeholders, and the trust we have with our business partners.”
“While focusing on our goals of receiving awards, making it onto lists, and earning certifications, we will continue our efforts to enhance the happiness and job satisfaction of our colleagues. By promoting diversity and inclusivity within the company, we will also continue to fulfil our social responsibility.”
"Culture of Celebrating Together"
Arıkan notes that the awards they receive as a company are an important factor in influencing employee loyalty and stakeholder relations, adding: “When we celebrate our achievements together, we see that our colleagues are positively affected, their loyalty is strengthened, and their motivation increases. We are also proud to be a company that business partners want to work with and recognise. As an employer brand, awards are an important indicator of success and trust worthiness.”
The way to be a good employer brand in ODAŞ's culture and to crown successes together is to improve the employee experience. According to ODAŞ culture, we believe that the culture of cooperation and achieving together is the real reward rather than achieving the company's goals but also for success, work becomes more meaningful. For this purpose, it is very important for employees to be part of a success, to realise the value they contribute to the company more concretely with the awards they receive and to be appreciated in a process that is evaluated according to objective criteria. It is also important to be involved in a process that is evaluated by an objective, measurable and reliable source.
Sustainability Projects
ODAŞ focuses on its vision of being an innovative and sustainable company in the future with its investments in the sectors in which it operates and its efforts to become an employer brand. In this direction, it is prioritising the study of sustainability reports. In order to achieve this goal, ODAŞ aims to create awareness throughout the organisation, involving all employees in the process, raising their awareness and training them. The aim is to have an impact on the whole organisation, rather than just presenting the report or document. To be successful on this path, ODAŞ aims to keep the value it delivers to its stakeholders and employees at the highest level.
