Who are Altrad?
Altrad is a leading provider of industrial services supporting the energy, infrastructure, and construction sectors with a comprehensive range of solutions. The company’s expertise spans access, insulation, mechanical, engineering, and maintenance services, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and innovation.
With a strong commitment to operational excellence, Altrad works across critical industries, including nuclear, oil & gas, renewables, and infrastructure, delivering major projects safely and efficiently. Its skilled workforce, technical expertise, and industry-leading capabilities enable the provision of integrated solutions that enhance asset performance and sustainability. As a trusted partner to some of the UK, Ireland, Nordics & Poland most complex and demanding industries, Altrad continues to drive innovation, efficiency, and long-term value for its clients.
What projects/schemes/initiatives to support women’s recruitment, retention and progression in STEM are Altrad involved in?
As part of our 5-year People Strategy, we are committed to “embracing all” and creating a diverse, equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
We launched several key initiatives to drive this commitment. We established a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Steering Committee to lead change and align efforts with our core values. Maternity benefits were increased by 60%, and we rolled out our Neonatal Policy a year early to better support employees during critical times.
Our partnership with WISE strengthens our commitment to advancing women in STEM, while collaborating with MIX Diversity on the Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Benchmark (GDEIB) has provided valuable insights for improvement. We also launched a Female PPE Roadshow across the UK and developed a Menopause Policy to offer tailored support for our female employees.
DEI topics are integrated into our engagement surveys, ensuring we consistently gather feedback to enhance our initiatives. Through these efforts, we are creating a workplace where women can thrive and excel in STEM.
Why did Altrad join WISE?
“We joined WISE because at Altrad, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are fundamental to how we innovate and deliver world-class services. Partnering with WISE strengthens our commitment to empowering women in STEM, helping us create an environment where all individuals can thrive and contribute to our continued success.”
Alex Spence- EVP – HR