Hi! I’m David Peñaranda, and I’m glad to have the opportunity to share a little bit more about myself and my journey at Werfen. A 17-year journey of adding value in different positions in the company, helping optimise processes to be more effective and efficient, where in the last year among the entire HR team, we managed to implement “Employee Wellbeing”, a strategy designed to promote our well-being in all its dimensions.
What motivates me most about working at Werfen is the opportunity to be able to freely express my ideas and those of my team, in an environment where initiatives and differences are valued, always respecting people.
In the company, as in life, we set ourselves goals that drive us to keep fit. In my case, one of them is through sports, combining running with guided activities in the gym, because keeping in good physical shape also means taking care of and strengthening your core. Just as we do with our mental health through psychological care, to maintain a mind-body balance (“Mens sana in corpore sano”), we protect and stimulate our hippocampus and cognitive function in general.
For those organisations that do not have dedicated Health, Safety & Risk Prevention professionals, could you explain what are the main responsibilities of this position?
1. For those organisations that do not have dedicated Health, Safety & Risk Prevention professionals, could you explain what are the main responsibilities of this position?
The HS role involves the comprehensive management of occupational health and safety, as well as the identification, evaluation, and proposal of actions to mitigate the risks associated with each position in the organisation. The main responsibilities of this position would be:
- Development and implementation of safety, health, and well-being policies.
- Implementation of preventive culture (training and awareness-raising)
- Regulatory compliance, safety audits, emergency plans, etc.
- Analysis of data, metrics, and trends for continuous improvement.
You are currently present in more than 30 countries and have more than 7000 employees. Do you think that employee care should be unified and/or centralised or should it be differentiated by territory?
2. You are currently present in more than 30 countries and have more than 7000 employees. Do you think that employee care should be unified and/or centralised or should it be differentiated by territory?
In my opinion, I believe that it is convenient to differentiate it by territory, given that, when it comes to management and subsequent analysis for the implementation of improvements, the lifestyle and culture of each country must be taken into account to be able to analyse the data in depth.
We have seen that you have an extensive code of ethics with key values such as respect, leadership, and teamwork. Where does well-being at work fit in?
3. We have seen that you have an extensive code of ethics with key values such as respect, leadership, and teamwork. Where does well-being at work fit in?
At Werfen, we care about people. Our employees are our greatest asset. That is why we are committed to their well-being in all its dimensions, offering a wide range of benefits to encourage healthy habits, promote work-life balance, and create an environment where everyone can feel supported and valued.
We are committed to integral health with a holistic approach. Joining the efforts of different teams, we strive to continue improving our quality of life and our environment.
“The main reason that made us choose ifeel as a partner was their predisposition and flexibility.”
You have an approach based on sustainability (people, planet & prosperity), so were you looking for a 100% online mental well-being solution?
4. You have an approach based on sustainability (people, planet & prosperity), so were you looking for a 100% online mental well-being solution?
The truth is that we were evaluating different options and the solution offered by ifeel, being 100% online, makes it much easier to access the different services, while breaking geographical and time barriers, being more effective and accessible to a greater number of people.
Equally, as you say, at Werfen we have a strong commitment to sustainability and believe we have an obligation to our employees, customers, partners, and communities to drive our business sustainably. Any alternative that reduces our negative impact on the environment is preferable, as in this case, a 100% online solution.
“I would highlight the involvement and proactivity of ifeel’s human capital, which has been working with us at all times for the implementation of the project.”
In 2023, Werfen Spain & Portugal partnered with ifeel, what was the main reason behind the decision to finally go for our solution? What would you highlight from these first year of collaboration?
5. In 2023, Werfen Spain & Portugal partnered with ifeel, what was the main reason behind the decision to finally go for our solution? What would you highlight from these first year of collaboration?
The main reason that made us choose ifeel as a partner was their predisposition and flexibility. Being such a diverse company, we have different needs and implementation times, and ifeel’s ability to adapt gave us the confidence to go with you.
In these first months that we have been working together, I would highlight the involvement and proactivity of ifeel’s human capital, which has been working with us at all times for the implementation of the project and continuous improvement, always open to new proposals on our part.
