Our values

At Valmet, our values guide and shape our behavior. They connect us to our strategy — Lead the Way — and reflect who we are in our daily work. Because our values were created from within, we live them from within — in our roles, our tasks, and our interactions. Explore our value stories below to see how we bring our values to life. If these resonate with you, Valmet might be the right workplace for you!

19,000

employees globally

87

nationalities

Customers

Moving our customers’ performance forward

Valmet’s purpose is to transform industries towards a regenerative tomorrow. Driving customer success is at the heart of our strategy — it’s one of our strategic fundamentals and a core value. Everything we do is focused on ensuring our customers receive the best possible technologies, automation, and services to help them succeed. If you're customer-oriented and share this mindset, you’d be a great match with Valmet!

Renewal

A simple idea grows into a great solution

As a market leader with a top position in our main markets, we continuously innovate to stay ahead. We’re proud of our 1,400 protected inventions — a testament to our commitment to renewal. 

We always look a little further ahead. If you value continuous development, enjoy learning, and are eager to grow your skills, Valmet could be the perfect place for you. 

Excellence

You know you’re on the verge of something big 

If there’s a better way to do things, we’ll find it. Delivering results, solving problems, and improving every day are part of our DNA. We actively support and strengthen this mindset globally and locally. 

We encourage our people to perform at their best. If you value excellence and believe anything is possible, Valmet might be the right workplace for you. 

People

The job gets done while having fun 

With over 19,000 employees in more than 40 countries, Valmet is a truly global and diverse company. Our best talent comes together across cultures and functions to deliver top technologies, products, and services to our customers. 

If you enjoy working with people, value teamwork, and like to have fun with your colleagues, we could be a great match! 

Leadership principles 

Our values are supported by our leadership principles, which apply to every Valmet colleague — because for us, leadership is not tied to a specific role. These principles highlight the behaviors that shape our culture, drive performance, boost engagement, and support our growth together. 

They guide how we work together and lead the way: 

  • Take accountability – Be proactive, set clear expectations, take responsibility, and empower others. 
  • Lead with courage – Champion change, encourage bold ideas, learn from failures, and strive for speed over perfection. 
  • Build on trust – Listen actively, lead by example, foster open dialogue and psychological safety, and dare to challenge. 
  • Collaborate for growth – Prioritize customer value, co-create, embrace diversity of thought, and avoid silos. 

By living these principles every day, we lead the way together — shaping our company and contributing to our customers’ success throughout the entire product lifecycle.