b"IWIED 2022International Women In Engineering Day 2022Georgina Schofield - SD EngineerI have worked for Kelly Group for 9 months as a Service Delivery Engineer connecting homes and businesses to the Openreach network providing phone and internet services. My role involves working inside the exchanges, street cabinets, and the distribution points to connect the customer with service at their property. I was influenced to pursue a career within the telecommunications industry by seeing other engineers working in the field, who all seemed happy and proud while working. I was fascinated by how the whole network works. After researching the role, I realized how fitting it was. I enjoy working outside, Im not afraid of heights, the job keeps me fit, and no two days are the same. My advice for future female engineers is to always believe in themselves, make the most out of challenging technical situations, find experienced engineers and learn from them, and deliver on commitments, even if it means working harder than anyone else.Gifty Antwi - SD EngineerI joined Kelly Group as a Telecommunications Service Delivery Engineer two months ago. After completing my studies in electronic engineering at university, I was keen to further my skills within the industry and decided to apply for the position. My tip for future female engineers is nothing is impossible. You can do anything you put your mind to, regardless of your background. Youve got this!Lemmy Davies - Overhead Network EngineerI joined Kelly Group in May 2022 as an Overhead Network Installation Engineer. I have always wanted to be involved in the telecommunications industry; however, it was very hard to get a job due to the lack of my experience. When Kelly Group advertised a trainee engineer role with full training provided, I jumped at the chance to get involved and it worked out perfectly for me. It allowed me to work in the role, I always wanted. I am surrounded by fantastic colleagues, who are constantly helping to develop my skills with daily support and patience.One thing I have learnt in life is: that no matter how hard it may look, no matter how it may seem, a female and male are both capable of the same work and efforts as each other, nobody can tell you that you cannot achieve something because youre a girl. At first, working within an industry dominated by males can be a little daunting. Even from a young age, I played football and tried to earn my position in places where people doubted me just because of my gender. In every chance you get, dont try to prove to anybody else that youre capable, prove it to yourselffocus on why you can achieve it and dont think about possible reasons why you cannot. Females will always struggle to find the confidence to prove themselves when they feel they may not be able to match a males effort in engineering. There is nothing you cant do, that a male can and believe me when I say, everyone in this company states the same, they support females in their development and push them to their full potential. I felt welcomed as a female by all male colleagues within Kelly Group. I believe, that as more women are getting involved in the industry, we have more opportunities to show the other females in this world that you can do ANYTHING if you put your mind to it. I proved that to myself as soon as I joined Kelly Group and I am grateful for my confidence escalating purely based on the support I have received.Niamh OBrien - Apprentice Fibre SplicerI joined Kelly Group 18 months ago. I started as a field trainee Fibre Splicer and then progressed into the Telecoms Engineer Apprenticeship, specialising as a Fibre Splicer. I have recently completed my Apprenticeship exams and am just awaiting my results. My personal influence to pursue a career in telecoms engineering came from my brother, Liam O'Brien, who works as a Fibre Splicer for Kelly Group. He's helped me settle into the role and through his expertise I am constantly developing my skills and knowledge. My advice to people who'd like to start their career within the industry would be to always trust your skills and ability, and never be afraid to ask for help!The Networker Spring 2022 25."