People
Developing a work-environment that is engaging, inclusive and safe
Our ambition
/ To place the highest priority on health and safety as we continue to pursue our zero-harm ambition.
/ To continue to develop an engaged and inclusive workforce where our employees feel valued and can fulfil their potential.
/ To build relationships with the local community, provide support where needed and leave a lasting legacy.
Health, safety & wellbeing
The health, safety, and wellbeing of our people remain at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing a safe and supportive working environment across all our sites, with a strong focus on proactive risk management, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
During the year, we continued to strengthen our health and safety culture through a combination of training, leadership involvement, and investment in safer processes and technologies. Regular audits and reporting ensure that safety remains a shared responsibility across all levels of the organisation. Reflecting this ongoing commitment, our employee engagement score on the factor “Safety is a top priority in my organisation” improved by 4 points demonstrating growing confidence in our safety-first approach.
We are pleased that our reported accident
frequency rate is down 15% on last year. Our
ambition however remains zero-harm, and we
continue to work at a local level to reduce the
risk of accidents further
Wellbeing remains a key focus across the Group.
This year, we expanded initiatives to support
mental health and build employee resilience.
At Fantech Australia, Wellbeing Week offered a range of activities to promote physical and mental self-care. From yoga and trivia to a positivity wall and a dedicated wellbeing lounge, the week encouraged employees to pause, connect, and recharge.
“Wellbeing Week was a fantastic reminder to prioritise self-care,” said Sarah Martin, Credit Officer at Fantech. “The EAP session and daily tips were really helpful, and the wellbeing lounge provided a great space to relax and engage with colleagues. It struck a great balance between learning and fun.”
Reportable incidents
0.17
per 100,000 hours worked (FY24: 0.2 per 100,000 hours worked)
Minor incidents
0.19
per 100,000 hours worked (FY24: 0.18 per 100,000 hours worked)
Strengthening engagement to support long-term growth
We’re building a culture where people feel heard, valued and supported - because when our people thrive our business grows with them.
This year, we ran our second Group-wide employee engagement survey - Volution Voices and welcomed approximately 300 colleagues from the recently integrated Fantech group in Australasia to participate. Understanding their experience during the integration and capturing their sentiment was a key priority for us.
While the overall Group engagement score saw a modest increase from 74 to 75 (slightly above the global external benchmark), we experienced notable improvements in the specific areas targeted following the previous survey.
The scores reaffirmed the strength of our core business fundamentals, with high scores in Purpose (81), Safety (82) and Innovation (74). Our colleagues expressed a strong sense of confidence in the executive leadership team which stems from the leadership’s clear vision, decision-making and effective communication. The executive team is perceived as being transparent and approachable, which fosters trust among colleagues. Our colleagues appreciate the Company’s dedication to sustainability and ethical practices, both in the products it offers and in its operational processes. As a result, there is a strong sense of purpose and pride in being part of an organisation that prioritises the greater good.
While we have made progress in the areas of growth and recognition, we acknowledge that there is still more work to be done to strengthen these further.
Volution Voices
Our Group-wide employee engagement survey
Overall engagement score
“I am proud to work for my organisation”
“I would recommend my organisation as a great place to work”
“My organisation is strongly committed to making a positive impact on the environment and society”
“Safety is a top priority in my organisation”
“Regardless of background, everyone in my organisation has an equal opportunity to succeed”
Stronger together
Championing inclusion, community engagement and ethical business practices
At the heart of our business lies a steadfast commitment to creating a more inclusive, responsible and connected world. Over the past year, we have continued to champion diversity and inclusion within our workforce, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. After a year as a Coalition Member, during which we actively engaged with and benefited from the Construction Inclusion Coalition’s extensive resources, we made the significant decision to become a Strategic Partner. This new role signals our deeper commitment to driving meaningful, long-term change in diversity, equity and inclusion across the construction sector. Our community engagement efforts have deepened our relationships with the people and places we serve, allowing us to drive meaningful impact beyond business. Guided by strong ethical principles, we remain dedicated to transparency, integrity and accountability in every aspect of our operations. Together, these pillars shape a sustainable and purpose-driven future for our organisation and all our stakeholders.
1. Male 57%
2. Female 43%
1. Male 77%
2. Female 23%
1. Male 71.27%
2. Female 28.71%
3. Prefer not to say 0.04%