Hertfordshire Building Control Earns Prestigious Platinum Membership in The 5% Club
Hertfordshire Building Control is thrilled to announce that we have been awarded Platinum accredited membership as part of The 5% Club’s esteemed 2024-25 Employer Audit Scheme. This accolade highlights our unwavering commitment to empowering our employees through our “earn & learn” apprenticeship initiatives.
Achieving Platinum status is a testament to our dedication to nurturing the growth and development of our workforce. It underscores our belief that investment in people is the cornerstone of success. Through programs that offer hands-on learning, we are creating pathways for professional growth, equipping our staff with the skills and confidence they need to thrive.
By being part of The 5% Club, we proudly stand alongside over 1,100 forward-thinking employers who are dedicated to driving positive change. The 5% Club represents a powerful movement of companies working together to make workplace training more inclusive, diverse, and accessible. Collectively, members support 1.9 million employees, with more than 108,000 individuals participating in “earn and learn” schemes. The Employer Audit rigorously assesses our efforts, future ambitions, and commitment to social mobility, diversity, and inclusion, further strengthening our mission.
Out of a distinguished list of members, Hertfordshire Building Control is honoured to be recognised as one of the elite Platinum members of The 5% Club. This achievement puts us at the forefront of workplace learning innovation, and we look forward to expanding these opportunities even further.
Gary Cass, CEO at Hertfordshire Building Control, said
“Our Platinum membership in The 5% Club reflects our commitment to nurturing talent and investing in the future of our workforce. By championing ‘earn and learn’ initiatives, we are not only building skills but creating meaningful career pathways for our future building inspectors. We want to empower our building control teams to thrive and contribute to the success of our industry. This achievement is a testament to the dedication of our employees and our shared vision for innovation and inclusivity in workplace learning.”
Mark Cameron OBE, Chief Executive at The 5% Club, commented:
“We are incredibly proud of the outstanding employers, like Hertfordshire Building Control 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 Platinum membership, Hertfordshire Building Control 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. Hertfordshire Building Control 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’s a true reflection of how companies like Hertfordshire Building Control are laying the groundwork for the future talent pipeline.”
