Great people in pockets of the company, but leadership and direction are a challenge - Senior Manager Enwave Energy Employee Review

1.0
Mar 16, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

The IT team is a solid group of people and one of the best I’ve worked with. That’s something many across the organization would agree on. There are also many hardworking individuals across the company who genuinely care about doing good work and supporting their colleagues.

Cons

The biggest challenge is the lack of clear direction from leadership. Priorities can change quickly, often without much communication or planning, which makes it difficult for teams to stay focused or execute effectively. There also seems to be instability in roles and responsibilities across multiple departments. Expectations can shift after people are hired, and responsibilities sometimes evolve in ways that aren’t clearly defined or supported. Leadership culture can feel very top-down. Decision-making appears concentrated within a small leadership circle, and employees outside of that group may feel their perspectives are overlooked or not meaningfully considered. This can create an environment where people hesitate to raise concerns or offer feedback. As a result, collaboration across teams sometimes suffers, and individuals may feel undervalued or disconnected from decision-making that directly impacts their work. Workload expectations can also become disconnected from available resources. When priorities shift frequently and timelines remain tight, teams end up carrying sustained pressure that can lead to burnout. Overall, the company has a lot of talented people, but stronger leadership alignment and clearer communication would go a long way in creating a more stable and productive environment.

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Enwave Energy Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re glad to hear that the IT team and many colleagues made a positive impact, our people and the way they support one another are core to who we are. We acknowledge the concerns and recognize there have been periods where the pace of change outpaced our communication, and we recognize the impact that can have on employees. We’re actively working to improve how we set priorities, define roles, and involve employees in decisions that affect their work, while also placing greater emphasis on sustainable workloads. As an organization that is evolving and building for the future, our environment is fast paced and can be energizing for many, while not always the right fit for everyone. We value thoughtful feedback like this as it helps us continue to improve, and we wish you all the best in what’s next.

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5.0
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Cons

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Pros

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Cons

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