GKR Scaffolding has a reputation with the clients it works with for taking the riskier jobs, which it delivers by diligently controlling that risk. But of the many initiatives GKR presented to the judges, what particularly impressed them was its approach to training and a positive working culture. The subcontractor acknowledged that the skills shortage was affecting its business and it was, like many companies, losing staff to rivals. It realised that one way to mitigate this would be to set up a training initiative - one that not only benefited the business but also ensured employees felt valued.
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