Saint-Gobain named as Top Employer 2017

Saint-Gobain UK and Ireland, leader in the construction materials markets, has been recognised as a Top Employer in the UK for the fifth year running, and in Ireland for a second consecutive year.

The awards, based on research conducted by the Top Employers Institute, recognises organisations that have achieved the highest standards of excellence in human resources, particularly in the areas of working conditions, learning and development opportunities, career and succession management and the overall culture of the organisation.

Mike Chaldecott, General Delegate and Regional Managing Director for Construction Products at Saint-Gobain UK and Ireland, said “It is a great achievement to have been awarded this accolade once more. It recognises the steps we continue to take to ensure an open, collaborative and fulfilling environment, where our colleagues can thrive.

“We want all of our colleagues to enjoy their time with us, and also to feel supported, challenged, and fulfilled by an organisation that gives them the tools and creates the culture in which they can expand and develop their career for the long-term. With more than 30 businesses in the UK and Ireland, we are able to provide careers in a huge range of disciplines enabling employees to achieve a career without boundaries.”

For a second year in a row, Saint-Gobain has been certified Top Employer Europe and Top Employer Global – only one of 10 companies worldwide to receive this certification.

To find out more about the diverse and rewarding career opportunities available at Saint-Gobain in the UK & Ireland, visit http://www.saint-gobain.co.uk/careers/.