Fare la fine del porco - Engineer Queequeg Renewables Employee Review

small comapany, 6pm, luch break, coffee break

Sadly, my time with this organization fell short of expectations. While I had hoped for a collaborative and growth-oriented environment, I often found the culture to be influenced by internal politics, favoritism, and an atmosphere of unhealthy competition. Genuine teamwork was difficult to foster under these conditions. There was also a noticeable lack of trust in employees, which manifested in intrusive monitoring and what often felt like constant spying on day-to-day activities. This not only eroded morale but created an environment of suspicion rather than support. Professional bullying was another troubling aspect, with some individuals using intimidation and undermining tactics that made the workplace feel hostile and unsafe for many. Such behavior further diminished any sense of camaraderie or respect within the team. There seemed to be a lack of accountability at senior levels, with major decisions frequently serving the interests of a select few rather than benefiting the wider team. This not only affected morale but also made many feel overlooked and undervalued. Although the official working hours were outlined in contracts, long hours were regularly expected without proper acknowledgment or consideration for work-life balance. Project timelines were often unrealistic, creating pressure and stress that could have been avoided with better planning and communication. While opportunities for professional development were often spoken about, they rarely materialized in a meaningful way. High turnover across various levels added to a sense of instability, and unfortunately, the focus seemed to lean more toward appearances and internal survival than on building strong teams or delivering truly impactful work.

The junior staff are very nice to talk to.

During my time at Queequeg, I witnessed numerous instances of misconduct that were both deeply concerning and, at times, bizarre. What stood out most was the CEO’s troubling approach to these issues. For instance, a director—within just six months of joining—had formal complaints filed against him by the entire C-suite and his team of ten for misconduct, harassment, and bullying. Despite the seriousness of these allegations, no investigation was launched, no suspension issued, and no formal resolution reached. It became clear that the director had been appointed due to personal connections with the CEO and his spouse, who co-lead the business but also manage HR internally. This conflict of interest raised immediate red flags and led to a significant wave of resignations driven by the leadership’s willful inaction. The lack of basic procedural fairness and disregard for employee wellbeing speaks volumes about the company’s true culture—one that stands in stark contrast to its public image as a “great place to work.” There is a pervasive sense of surveillance and mistrust from the top, further exemplified by an Executive Assistant who, while portraying herself as a confidante, routinely reports on colleagues’ whereabouts without their knowledge. Her close relationship with the founders has emboldened a passive-aggressive approach to situations, which has often been both upsetting and demoralising . I would strongly caution anyone considering a role at this company. The environment fosters insecurity, and terminations without cause have occurred far too frequently to be dismissed as anomalies.