UK Economy Contribution
Social value impact, contribution to sustainability, equality, wellness and prosperity!
Our procurement team has successfully sourced 98% of the parts needed to build HMT Jackal (UK70) from the UK. We have also succeeded in procuring over 90% of these parts from the South West of England, demonstrating our dedication to supporting local suppliers and businesses in the region.
South West Contribution
Our contribution to the growth of the UK economy through the UK70 programme, surpasses the scope of the supply chain. It encompasses the committed individuals within our organisation and emphasises our dedicated investment in personal development. Finally, our community programme, which serves as the cornerstone of our social values, further enriches this commitment.
Employees
The employees metrics below clearly demonstrate our dedication to expanding our workforce in line with our business growth and providing job opportunities in the South West region.
- 54% of employees have engineering related roles
- 20% of employees are women
- 13% of all employees are Ex-Service Personnel
- 75% of all employees have a Long Service Award
- 5% of staff on an Apprenticeship scheme
- Career Transitions Progression (CTP) supporting those exiting the Armed Forces and extended to serving personnel families
Skills and Education
The skills and education metrics below illustrates the significant investment we put into advancing our employees’ careers and expanding their range of responsibilities. Additionally, we provide assistance to individuals who wish to transition into a different role within the organisation.
- Since 2018 delivered £530k employee training
- £402k training for apprentices
- £128k outside the levy
- 380 external courses
- 100 internal courses
Social Values
Embedded within our company culture is a strong commitment to social responsibility. We are dedicated to providing support to our Local Community, as well as Armed Forces charities, and Individuals striving for personal and professional advancement.
- Key sponsor for Team Forces and the Armed Forces Para-Sports Team (AFPST)
- Support local, national and international charities (Business divisions: UK and Australia)
- We have a dedicated Community Projects team to lead our Social Mobility Programme.
- Strategic partnership with the University of Exeter
- Gold award for Employer Recognition Scheme Scheme, part of the Army Covenant
- CEO, Chair of Exeter Science Park
- Operations Director, Chair of Culmstock Parish Council
- Director of Engineering Prof, University of Exeter
- Several serving Reservists supported by the organisation
- Support local Cadets.
- Business printing facilities to support ancient tradition ‘Ottery St Mary Rock Cannons’
