Abode, leading designer and distributor of market leading kitchen sinks and taps, bathroom taps, showering solutions and newly extended bathroom products is delighted to announce it has been certified as a Great Place to Work® in the UK, as well as Ireland, and South Africa.
Achieved as part of Norcros plc, this certification is valid for one year and is a mark of Abode’s prized family culture, which it has successfully built-up over the last two decades. Both Abode and Norcros regard its employees as their most valuable asset, and by focusing on inclusivity it can ensure a business model, which is underpinned by the commitment and efforts of everyone within the Abode family.
Matthew Pitt, Managing Director at Abode says, “We have been on an incredible journey since the company began in 2002, and I am so grateful that the sterling work of the entire Abode Family has been recognised. Everyone plays a vital role in the business, and being named a great place to work further acknowledges our staff’s unwavering passion, diligence, and aptitude for quality product design and service. We are only as good as the people we work with, and this is why everything we do centres around our team; after all, what would Abode be without the people behind it.”
Helen Gopsill, Chief People Officer at Norcros plc adds, “This certification is really about our people — their openness, support, and commitment to each other. It recognises the everyday moments of trust, care, and teamwork that make Norcros a truly great place to work.”
Ensuring the welfare, wellness, and involvement of everyone at Abode, the company has been accredited by the Investors In People since 2020, to provide further evidence of effective people management, employee development, and a positive workplace culture. Since gaining this standard, Abode has maintained its certification by making several improvements throughout the business including updated communications, staff policies, schemes and business management processes to ensure it offers the very best for its people. Since the original accreditation was issued, Abode has successfully fulfilled two Investors In People reassessments so as a business, it can continue to put its people first.
Abode also operates a staff training programme in order to develop the skills and careers of its people while addressing training needs, which have been identified on the job or self-evaluation. A confidential Whistleblowing hotline allows Abode staff to register any concerns outside of the normal grievance procedure, along with a staff suggestion scheme, free Flu Vaccination vouchers to all employees, access to life and wellbeing support, as well as exclusive offers delivered through the company’s online trade portal.
Not only is Abode recognised as a Great Place to Work, it is also proud to be Planet Mark Certified, which goes beyond its people and demonstrates the company’s ongoing commitment to reducing carbon emissions and building a more sustainable future for its staff and planet earth. Abode has been actively measuring with Planet Mark for the last 4 years and to retain its Certification, the company has successfully demonstrated continuous improvement in line with the Planet Mark Net Zero Certification Scheme Rules. For more information, please visit planetmark.com.
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