DIY retailer Woodie’s is one of the best places in the country for women to work [Video]

DIY retailer Woodie’s may have traditionally been seen as a male-dominated workplace but that is, it seems, a stale stereotype.

The outlet, which has 35 stores nationwide, is doing remarkable work in making sure not only that women have a place but a leading role in the company.

Woodie’s has been recognised as a Great Place to Work (GPTW) in Ireland and Europe and a Best Workplace for Women.

Its employee base is gender-balanced and its leadership team is 57% female.

“I would have no interest in working for a business that didn’t have balanced leadership representation,” admits Elaine O’Brien, the company’s Chief Financial Officer told Businessnews.ie.

“Actually, I’d have no interest in working for a male-dominated organisation, full stop. Because where would I fit into it?”

Woodie’s runs a Seeds for Success programme which is delivered in conjunction with Retail Ireland Skillnet.

The programme allows colleagues to achieve a level …