Kaefer UK & Ireland awarded gold for the third year running
31/01/2025
For the third year, Kaefer UK & Ireland has announced that it has been awarded gold-accredited membership via The 5% Club’s 2024-25 Employer Audit Scheme. This award recognises the company’s significant contribution to the continued development of all employees through ‘earn and learn’ schemes such as apprenticeships, graduate schemes and sponsored student course placements.
Kaefer is proud of its investment in staff members, which is why it joined The 5% Club. The 5% Club is a dynamic movement of employers, all of whom are inspired to take positive action for increased, inclusive and accessible workplace training for all. With a membership that now exceeds 1100, The 5% Club represents over 1.9 million employees, 108,000 of whom are in ‘earn and learn’ schemes. The employer audit rigorously assesses Kaefer’s efforts, future ambitions and commitment to social mobility, diversity and inclusion, further strengthening its mission.
Out of a distinguished list of members, Kaefer UK & Ireland is honoured to be recognised as one of the elite Gold members of The 5% Club.
Laura Bowes, People & Development Director at Kaefer UK & Ireland, said: “I am proud that Kaefer UK & Ireland is now three years into retaining our 5% Gold Award with The 5% Club. This award demonstrates our collective success and our continued commitment to bringing new talent in Kaefer and the industrial services industry. With more than 180 colleagues in earn and learn careers today with Kaefer, we will continue to provide opportunities across the UK & Ireland in a diverse business sector as we continue to grow and evolve.”
Mark Cameron OBE, Chief Executive at The 5% Club, commented: “We are incredibly proud of the outstanding employers, such as Kaefer UK & Ireland, who have gone above and beyond to invest in the future of their workforce through a diverse range of ‘earn and learn’ initiatives. Their dedication, especially during these challenging times, deserves to be celebrated. By achieving Gold membership, Kaefer UK & Ireland has shown an exceptional commitment to shaping the skills of tomorrow, contributing not only to their business but to the wider economy.”
Gill Cronin, Director of Operations at The 5% Club, added: “It is inspiring to witness the dedication and passion our members bring to providing meaningful career development opportunities. Kaefer UK & Ireland’s Gold membership highlights their leadership in creating impactful learning environments that prioritise inclusion and diversity. As we see 20% of our members reaching these prestigious tiers, it is a true reflection of how companies such as Kaefer are laying the groundwork for the future talent pipeline.”
