Equal Opportunities Policy

Ganson Building and Civil Engineering Ltd. recognise that everyone has a contribution to make to our society and a right to equal opportunity. No job applicant, employee, team member, volunteer, organisation or sole trader to which we provide services will be discriminated against in any manner.

We aim to promote equal opportunities, eliminate discrimination and eliminate all forms of bullying and harassment through the following:

• Opposing all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.
• All team members and beneficiaries will be treated fairly and with respect.
• Opportunities will be open to all.
• All vacancies will be advertised internally and externally and will include this statement 
• Selection for employment and apprenticeships, promotion, training or any other benefit will be based on aptitude and ability. All selection or rejection decisions will be fair and recorded and feedback offered to unsuccessful applicants.
• All team members will be encouraged to develop their full potential and the talents and resources of individuals will be fully utilised to maximise efficiency.
• All employees have a legal and moral obligation not to discriminate and to report incidents of discrimination against any individual or group of individuals.

We are fully committed to creating:

• An environment in which individual differences and the contributions of all our staff and beneficiaries are recognised and valued.
• Every employee, contractor and beneficiary is entitled to be part of an environment that promotes dignity and respect for all. No form of intimidation, bullying or harassment will be tolerated.
• Training, development and progression opportunities are available to all staff.

Breaches of our equality policy will be regarded as misconduct and could lead to disciplinary proceeding.

• This policy is fully supported by our management and has been agreed upon with staff and contractors
• The policy will be monitored, reviewed and updated annually.

The successful implementation of this policy depends on the awareness and commitment of all staff. Hence, all new employees will be made aware of its existence upon joining the company and reminded they must permanently conform to it. We strive towards continuous improvement.