DeterTech has announced it has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, making a public pledge of support for the armed forces community.
The company has received the Bronze Award in recognition of its existing commitments and proud track record of being a forces-friendly employer.
The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise from the nation that those who serve or have served – and their families – are treated fairly. It focuses on ensuring members of the armed forces community have the same access and opportunities as any other citizen, including to employment, housing and healthcare.
A significant proportion of the current DeterTech workforce has previously served in the military and/or civilian policing. This has equipped them with valuable transferable skills such as leadership, resilience, problem-solving and teamwork that support and enrich the DeterTech culture.
“Signing up to the Armed Forces Commitment is one of the many ways we show our dedication to delivering greater peace of mind to people and communities, every day,” Laura Rich, Specialist HR Advisor at DeterTech, said. “The dedication, resilience and unique skills of those who serve – or have served – in the Armed Forces align closely with our values of being Committed, Inclusive and Ambitious.
“We’re honoured to support the Armed Forces community and to create a workplace where their contributions are recognised and valued.”
“DeterTech doesn’t just talk about values – we live them,” Mark Fitzpatrick, Director of Group Operations, DeterTech, who is himself a former serving member of the armed forces, added. “Having served myself I know just how important it is to feel supported when transitioning to civilian life.
“As someone who has gone on to bring other members of the armed forces community into the business, I’m also aware just what an asset they are to ourselves and our customers”.
Looking ahead, DeterTech is reviewing its internal policies and aiming for the Silver Award, further strengthening its commitment to those who serve.
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