People
Everyone home safe and healthy
Our teams often operate in environments requiring the strictest safety protocols. We prioritise robust risk management so potential hazards are mitigated.
This requires a culture of transparency, where lessons are learned from incidents and communication embraces diverse perspectives leading to the co-creation of innovative and effective solutions.
Recently:
- We launched a refresh of our Health and Safety Plan
- We gained third party validation of our arrangements for managing risks.
- We improved the information we share with our customers on health and safety.
Employer of choice
By investing in our people, we are also supporting our customers by providing them with access to some of the best skills and experience our industry offers.
This is why we encourage our employees to grow their careers with us and make the most of development opportunities. We offer competitive rewards and benefits.
We also work hard to maintain a culture where they feel engaged and supported, so they want to give their best and stay with our organisation.
Sustainable supply chain
Our customers require us to show them sustainability is being integrated across our entire supply chain.
We have in place processes which support the choices we make on procurement. Ethical sourcing is non-negotiable. We foster relationships with suppliers who share our values and who are committed to join forces with us on innovation, quality improvement and long-term sustainability.
Recognising remarkable achievement
To mark our 70th anniversary in 2024, we held anniversary awards to celebrate our people’s hard work, expertise and dedication, all of which are at the heart of Vp Group.
Investing in young careers
Over the last decade, we have hired more than 180 apprentices and graduates. As part of their development, they take part in a residential programme with the Brathay Trust, a charity supporting young people, inspiring growth and positive change.
Gender pay
Leading the way on gender pay
Consolidated gender pay reporting for men and women across all roles and businesses in the Group shows that both the average and the mid-point figures for hourly pay are higher for female employees for 2024/25.
The Academy: Consistent learning across Vp Group
All employees have access to online learning via the Academy, a learning portal recently introduced across all businesses.
Career Pathways to grow talent
Introducing some participants and recent participants in our graduate and apprenticeship programmes.
Diversity & Inclusion
Through our social strategy we are working to build a workforce which fully reflects the diverse nature of the communities in which we operate.
Governance
Find out more about the standards we are working to and the frameworks with which we align to.
