Sesotec Life
07/05/2025 |
We are Sesotec - David Mühlbauer: A living example of inclusion at Sesotec
David, you are an integral part of the Sesotec team and work in financial accounting. How did you get here?
How has Sesotec accompanied you on this challenging path?
I was given the assurance right from the start that I would be able to work at Sesotec again after my rehabilitation - that was incredibly important to me. This security helped me to concentrate fully on my recovery without having to worry about my professional future.
What particularly touched me was the enormous solidarity within the company. When I was paraplegic after the accident in May 2021, Sesotec supported me and my family with a donation of 20,000 euros. The money came from a donation pot that the management had already set up for a good cause at Christmas 2020. Knowing that I had such a strong team behind me gave me an incredible amount of strength during this time.
What does a typical working day look like for you in Financial Accounting?
I don't really have a fixed routine - every day brings variety. I usually start the morning by processing emails and getting an overview of the tasks I have to do. Then it's usually a case of posting invoices or dealing with other issues that have priority at the time. What is particularly important to me is my team. My colleagues are very understanding of my situation and I really appreciate the fact that I can work flexibly from home when I need to. This openness and support make a big difference to my day-to-day work.
How has Sesotec adapted the working environment to your needs?
The entrance area was also redesigned so that I can get into the building without barriers. A wheelchair toilet has also been installed, which is of course extremely important for my everyday life here. I think it's anything but a matter of course that an employer is so consistently responsive to individual needs.
Sesotec is strongly committed to practicing inclusion. How do you experience this in the company and what do you particularly like about Sesotec?
At Sesotec, inclusion isn't just a buzzword, it really is a way of life. I can contact the representative body for severely disabled employees at any time if I have a concern - and they always work together to find solutions. What I particularly appreciate: I am not ostracized or treated “differently” in any way. Instead, everyone involved looks at how I can participate in everyday working life as well as possible - whether on site or working from home. This cooperation at eye level and the openness in the team make Sesotec a very special employer for me.
What would you like to pass on to other people who find themselves in a similar situation?
I would like to encourage everyone who finds themselves in a similar situation: Don't let it get you down - even if the road is sometimes tough. It is incredibly important to always look for solutions and address challenges openly. This is the only way to make a difference together with others. And above all: make the best of your situation. Even if not everything goes as planned, there are always ways to move on and find new perspectives. It's worth sticking with it.
Thank you, David, for your frank words and for giving us an insight into your day-to-day work!
