Alcides Barros

Alcides Barros has seen his role at Arriva grow to cover three countries: Italy , Spain and his home country, Portugal .

He joined Arriva in 2001, when the group acquired businesses in Portugal . Now based in Guimarães, he works as an engineering executive – southern Europe , providing support on engineering and operational issues and supporting Arriva on business acquisitions.

“There are plenty of challenges and I deal with different people from different cultures at all levels across the group, which is great for my own development. I am constantly learning”, says Alcides.

He cites amongst his biggest challenges understanding what is relevant and important to the business, and how everything fits together.

He has considerable involvement in groupwide projects and initiatives which, Alcides says, helps him to better understand what makes the business work.

“Being involved in group initiatives is important to helping me understand how the Arriva group operates and I have a good understanding of our objectives and our strategy”, says Alcides.

“What I find exciting is the potential for development. The global reach of the company means that I can further my career even more.”

As to his achievements, Alcides is proud of the results he gets and the respect he has for, and receives from, colleagues. “It's great to be appreciated and for my contribution to be recognised”, says Alcides.

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