Human Capital & Working Conditions
GEK TERNA Group, as a responsible social partner, shapes and ensures a balanced, safe and merit-based working environment, placing employees at its core and implementing employment practices that support the stability, professional development and the well-being of its human capital.
Its primary objective is the continuous improvement of human capital management through the adoption of best practices tailored to the needs of the individual subsidiaries, activities and Divisions. This approach ensures consistency, efficiency and alignment with the Group’s strategic objectives, taking into account the diversity of projects, the geographical dispersion of activities and the specific requirements of each business sector.
The Group systematically records and monitors employee-related data on an annual basis, with the aim of understanding trends, assessing needs and improving employment policies and practices. This process supports decision-making and contributes to shaping a work environment that responds to evolving market requirements and employee needs.
In 2025, the Group’s total workforce amounted to 6,149 employees (31.12.2025), with female representation standing at 21.8%. The number of employees increased by 13% compared to the previous year, reflecting the expansion of the Group’s business activity and the increased staffing needs for the implementation and operation of major projects.
Distribution by contract type & employment type
The high proportion of employees on permanent and full-time employment reflects the Group’s commitment to maintaining stable employment relationships and fostering long-term career prospects, taking into account the nature of its activities, which require specialized skills, technical expertise, and the delivery of projects of varying scale and complexity.
In addition, GEK TERNA Group records the number of non-salaried individuals provided by third-party companies, which amounted to 684 in 2025.
Employee Turnover
Workforce mobility is systematically monitored by the Group by tracking hires and exits and analysing relevant metrics, with the aim of strengthening its practices in talent attraction and management, as well as enhancing organizational agility. In 2025, total employee exits amounted to 890, with the corresponding turnover rate standing at 14.5%, reflecting a 15% decrease compared to 2024*. Specifically, the voluntary turnover rate stood at 7.6% and the involuntary turnover rate at 6.9%, with women’s turnover corresponding to lower rates.
Managing employee turnover is an integral component of the Group’s strategy for sustainable development, as it is directly linked to strengthening organizational culture, as well as talent retention and development. The Human Resources Department, taking into account risks arising from a lack of equal career advancement opportunities or non-competitive compensation and benefits packages — factors that may lead to talent attrition or reduced productivity — designs and implements targeted initiatives, leveraging best practices across sectors of activity along with benchmarking against international standards. These actions aim to retain and further empower human capital, as well as to attract new, capable professionals, contributing substantially to the improvement of organizational performance and to supporting the Group’s long-term sustainability.
* During 2024, GEK TERNA Group implemented a strategic shift in the portfolio of its subsidiaries, which led to organizational changes and increased mobility.
Collective Representation and Employee Dialogue
In accordance with the Group’s internal policies, employees’ participation in trade unions is recognized as a fundamental constitutional right, exercised freely within the framework of applicable legislation. Management maintains active and constructive cooperation with employee representatives and the relevant associations, supporting regular meetings and promoting open dialogue to monitor developments in the work environment.
These collective agreements address a broad range of matters, including occupational health and safety, remuneration, working hours, training and professional development, equal opportunity assurance, leave and sick periods, as well as insurance coverage.
Youth Employment Enhancement
GEK TERNA Group invests actively and consistently in the younger generation, recognizing the importance of supporting youth employment and facilitating a smooth transition into the labor market. Within this context, long-standing and stable partnerships with leading Higher Education Institutions in Greece, are developed and maintained including the National Technical University of Athens, the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, the Athens University of Economics and Business, the University of Piraeus, the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and the University of Macedonia, thereby strengthening internship programmes and fostering the connection between academic education and professional practice.
The Group considers each young professional as a potentially valuable collaborator and, to this end, has designed a comprehensive internship programme that includes:
- Full-time employment with clearly defined responsibilities.
- Assignment of a Supervisor for daily support and guidance.
- Access to the Group’s tools and resources.
- Theoretical training through the “GEK TERNA_Knowledge_Center”.
- Site visits and participation in meetings.
- Interaction with department heads and mentoring support from experienced professionals.
Through this structured and holistic approach, the Group provides young professionals with meaningful opportunities to develop practical skills, gain exposure to real working environments and strengthen their professional confidence, while at the same time building a talent pipeline for future engagement.