SGN Reviews

Many thanks for your recent review. It’s disappointing to hear your experience at SGN wasn’t an entirely positive one. Allegations of bullying are something we take very seriously and if you’re willing to get in touch we can investigate further. You can contact me at kirstin.gemmell@sgn.co.uk. In terms of diversity and inclusion, we recognise we have some way to go but we’re truly committed to building a more diverse SGN and creating a culture of inclusion where everyone, regardless of difference, is valued. In October 2016 we commissioned a Diversity and Inclusion Audit to understand the areas that require further attention. Since then, we have implemented a number of recommendations, some of which include: delivering inclusive recruitment training to hiring managers and assessors, reviewing our job advertisements to ensure gender neutral language and using targeted recruitment advertising on social media. In March this year we ran a follow-up survey to capture views and suggestions from our people. The results are encouraging and will help us to design processes and practices that foster inclusion and diversity at all levels throughout SGN. We wish you all the best with your future career and welcome the opportunity to discuss your experiences further.

The following comments have been provided by one of our HR Business Partners: Thank you for your company review. We are working hard to minimise the impact of standby on working hours. Changes have been implemented in depots to help reduce hours worked this winter and additional checks have been implemented by the Control Centre to monitor hours worked. A thorough review will be undertaken in 2019 with our TU colleagues, with the aim of making significant improvements for next winter. You make reference to a bullying management style which is something we take very seriously. I would be grateful if you would get in touch so that we can discuss this further. You can reach me on 07836 755950 / iain.fourniss@sgn.co.uk