Joachim Rajek

Background

About Joachim Rajek

Discovering, learning and sharing knowledge inspires me. Finding creative solutions rewards me. Solving problems with like-minded people motivates me. Sharing a laugh with friends makes me feel alive- Core Values: Appreciation, enthusiasm, integrity, reliability - Who I Am: Curious, committed, and always on the lookout for new opportunities - How I Work: I value harmony and consensus but am not afraid to speak my mind - Work Ethic: Strong sense of responsibility with zero tolerance for resource waste - Decision-Making: Decisive yet thoughtful – officer Austrian armed forces - Persistence and Focus: Ironman finisher and mountaineer – I stay focused, never give up, and always strive for the goal From assessments: Energy & Drive, Determination, Extraversion, Responsibility & Leadership What makes me proud- Leadership in Testing Laboratory: Successfully managed a spin-off from a technical university. Merged three laboratories, doubled the workforce and turnover, and tripled profits post-pandemic. Proved that we could succeed – especially to ourselves- Global Expertise: Evaluated technical risks in complex, high-hazard facilities and implemented asset management processes on three continents, effectively bridging cultural gaps and delivering solutions- Rapid Career Advancement in Refinery: Rose from power plant inspector to head of plant inspection in a 10-million-ton refinery. Planned major turnarounds, introduced modern inspection methods, and led digital transformation initiatives- Military Leadership: As a reserve officer, trained to make resilient decisions under pressure and communicated effectively in high-stress environments- Ironman Achievement: Demonstrated perseverance and discipline by training for three years to complete an Ironman with dignity and a respectable time. I achieved all this with determination and resilience, overcoming fears and challenges along the way. Proud? Because I always found friends who supported me throughout my journey. Together, we have overcome setbacks and achieved remarkable successes.