• The “Jochen Götz Award” was presented for the first time to three trainees at Daimler Truck for outstanding personal commitment during their vocational training.
• Award named after deceased CFO Jochen Götz.
• Jürgen Hartwig, Member of the Board of Management at Daimler Truck responsible for Human Resources and Labor Director: “Vocational training is of great importance to Daimler Truck. By presenting the 'Jochen Götz Award', we not only want to appreciate the extraordinary commitment of the trainees, but also pay tribute to our former CFO Jochen Götz, who embodied personality, motivation and commitment from Vocational Training to the Board of Management like no other.”
• Michael Brecht, Chairman of the General Works Council of Daimler Truck AG and Deputy Chairman of the Supervisory Board: “At the General Works Council, we are very pleased that we have many colleagues among our trainees who go far beyond the average level of personal commitment. Their exceptional commitment and willingness to take on responsibility are not only of great value for their own development, they are also role models for others. Such a highly committed workforce contributes to the success of Daimler Truck.”

Leinfelden-Echterdingen - This year, the “Jochen Götz Award” was presented for the first time to three apprentices at Daimler Truck who have distinguished themselves during their vocational training period through their outstanding personal commitment and exemplary teamwork. The award ceremony took place on November 18 as part of a festive event at the Unimog Museum in Gaggenau, Germany. The award is named after former Daimler Truck CFO Jochen Götz, who passed away suddenly and unexpectedly in 2023. In future, the award will be presented to three apprentices each year and is intended to honor young people who have distinguished themselves through outstanding personal commitment and social responsibility. The “Jochen Götz Award” is endowed with prize money totaling 15,000 euros. 

Jürgen Hartwig, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler Truck AG responsible for Human Resources and Labor Director: “Vocational training is of great importance to Daimler Truck. By presenting the 'Jochen Götz Award', we not only want to appreciate the extraordinary commitment of the trainees, but also pay tribute to our former CFO Jochen Götz, who embodied personality, motivation and commitment from vocational training to the Board of Management like no other.” 

Michael Brecht, Chairman of the General Works Council of Daimler Truck AG and Deputy Chairman of the Supervisory Board: “Commitment beyond the actual work in the company and vocational training is important for democracy and society. These do not always have to be big and spectacular issues. Even the small and seemingly everyday things contribute to this. Ultimately, it is this commitment that keeps the values of freedom, equality, justice and solidarity alive in a democracy. At the General Works Council, we are very pleased that we have many colleagues among our trainees who go far beyond the average level of personal commitment. Their exceptional commitment and willingness to take on responsibility are not only of great value for their own development, they are also role models for others. Such a highly committed workforce contributes to the success of Daimler Truck.” 

About the “Jochen Götz Award”

The “Jochen Götz Award” was created in 2024 and is an initiative for the appreciation and promotion of apprentices at Daimler Truck AG in Germany. In future, it will be awarded annually to young people within the company who impress with their outstanding personal commitment. The aim is to support them in their professional and personal development and to emphasize the value of good, sound vocational training for society.

About the winners of the “Jochen Götz Award” 2024

1^st: Kubilay-Kaan Morgül

Kubilay-Kaan Morgül’s extraordinary commitment is reflected in various activities: He represents the company during school visits as an intercultural mediator and independently supervised a Finnish exchange trainee, accompanied by social media posts. In addition to his strong team spirit during induction days, the creative project work for the IHK campaign “Jetzt #könnenlernen” was impressive. The trainee is also completing several further training courses.

2^nd: Fabian Hildebrandt

Fabian Hildebrandt shows exceptional social commitment that goes far beyond the requirements of his vocational training: He voluntarily participates in marketing events, supports the induction of new trainees, organizes in-house celebrations and proactively offers his help in various areas of the company.

3^rd: Noah Rohrer

Noah Rohrer impresses with his exceptional social skills and strong empathy, which he uses to promote positive interaction both in the work environment and in social campaigns such as “Give a smile”. As a group spokesperson, he supports and motivates colleagues to leave their comfort zone and always puts the well-being of the team above his own interests, which earns him a high reputation in the training organisation.