Tarmac, a Financial Times UK’s best employer, has been awarded Exemplar Employer status by The Skills and Employment Alliance, highlighting its outstanding commitment to developing skills and employment opportunities.
This achievement celebrates the organisation’s participation in the 5% Club Accredited Membership Scheme which recognises Tarmac’s commitment to empowering its workforce through “earn and learn” initiatives, including apprenticeships, graduate schemes, and early career opportunities.
Alongside this, Tarmac was acknowledged for being involved in the Careers & Enterprise Company Employer Standards which aims to maximise the impact of employer engagement with young people. And, for its work with the Engineering Development Trust Industrial Cadets Scheme, a UK wide educational charity that connects young people and educators to explore STEM career opportunities.
By engaging with these initiatives, Tarmac has demonstrated its leadership in workforce development, championing skills, apprenticeships, and employability opportunities that create meaningful career pathways.
Harriet Slatter, HR Director, UK Materials at Tarmac, commented: “We are incredibly proud to be an Exemplar Employer. Supporting our colleague’s skills development is at the heart of our business, and this award is a testament to our commitment to nurturing talent, backing young people, and providing meaningful employment opportunities. We look forward to continuing our work in collaboration with these outstanding programmes.”
John Yarham, Deputy CEO, Careers & Enterprise Company, said: “The Careers & Enterprise Company is delighted to see Tarmac achieve Exemplar Employer status. Their engagement with our Employer Standards highlights their dedication to inspiring and supporting young people in their career journeys. We congratulate them on this well-deserved recognition.”
Mark Cameron OBE, CEO, the 5% Club, added: “At The 5% Club, we champion employers who go above and beyond in developing a skilled workforce. Tarmac has shown an unwavering commitment to investing in apprentices, graduates, and work-based learning opportunities. This Exemplar Employer award is a fitting acknowledgment of their outstanding efforts.”
Julie Feest, CEO, The Engineering Development Trust (EDT), commented: “Through our Industrial Cadets framework, we see first-hand how businesses like Tarmac provide young people with vital industry experience, skills, and inspiration. Their commitment to engaging with and nurturing future talent is truly commendable, and we are delighted to celebrate their achievement as an Exemplar Employer.”
