ELECTRIC.IE • The Magazine & Website for the Irish Electrical Industry • 7 Industry News engage directly with leaders and share our vision for the future of energy management and industrial automation. We also have a roadmap to provide practical solutions, thought leadership, and accessible insights into critical areas like decarbonisation, electrification, and digitalisation. Ultimately, this will be underpinned by greater, more targeted engagement with our customers and distributors across Ireland. By working closely with them, understanding their unique challenges, and cocreating solutions, we can ensure our visibility is built on genuine partnership and delivered value. Q: You’ve spoken about workforce transformation — what’s your approach to talent development and retention? A: This industry is undergoing a generational shift. We’re seeing experienced experts retire while also bringing in younger talent through apprenticeships and graduate programmes. The key is balancing that transition — retaining and valuing our mature talent while also transferring their knowledge to the next generation. Talent and skills sustainability are strategic priorities for us, especially in complex technical roles. Q: How will your experience across the UK & Ireland help in this new role? A: We operate within a UK and Ireland zone, and that brings natural synergies. It means we don’t need two of everything. Especially in a more constrained budget environment, it’s important to leverage shared resources — whether that’s back-office operations or bringing in UK-based engineers for specialised projects. Q: What’s your leadership style when it comes to internal versus external focus? A: I aim for a 50/50 balance between internal management and external engagement. It fluctuates depending on what’s happening in the market, but staying connected is essential — whether through industry events, customer visits, or collaboration with government and policy bodies. It’s the only way to maintain a real-time understanding of market needs. Q: What excites you most about leading Schneider Electric Ireland at this time? A: The energy transition is one of the most defining challenges— and opportunities—of our time. Our products, services, and software solutions are uniquely positioned to add real value by enabling smarter, more sustainable energy systems. As digitalisation accelerates, AI is unlocking new ways to optimise performance, enhance decision-making, and deepen customer engagement. It’s an incredibly dynamic space, and we’re excited to lead not just in innovation, but in shaping Ireland’s energy future with purpose and impact. IF YOUR MARKETING WAS A FUSE, IT’D BE BLOWN BY NOW. From SEO that gets you seen to ad campaigns that spark sales, we’ll ensure your digital marketing is built to handle high demand. The electrical industry is evolving – is your marketing? www.lambourndigital.com E: hi@lambourndigital.com P : +353 1 697 2237
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