Belfast-headquartered construction and fit-out company, Gilbert-Ash, has received the Investors in People Gold Accreditation.

Awarding Gilbert-Ash the gold standard, assessors highlighted the commitment from the top of the company to develop and embed a culture based on its 'As One' ethos.

The Gold Accreditation, which is valid for three years, recognises Gilbert-Ash's determination to build a 'collaborative and supportive team' where employees have a 'genuine sense of pride in the business' and where people are 'loyal and share a sincere commitment to hard work and building a bright and successful future'.

Gilbert-Ash Managing Director, Ray Hutchinson said: "Investors in People is the international standard for people management. On behalf of the senior team I want to thank all our staff for their contribution and dedication because this is a great achievement for all of us. At the crux of it, it means that every single person is involved in supporting each other and is doing their best to continually improve the working environment."

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Investors in People, Northern Ireland Manager, Eddie Salmon said: "We would like to congratulate Gilbert-Ash on their Gold Accreditation. Investors in People accreditation is the sign of a great employer, a great place to work and a clear commitment to continued success.

"We found a company which embodies its 'As One' ethos and staff who really live those values on a daily basis.

"I have no doubt that Gilbert-Ash is in an excellent position to continue on the journey towards Platinum Accreditation."

Gilbert-Ash is known for leading from the front on niche projects which require innovation to succeed and is recognised for being open to working in partnership with others to promote a free-flowing exchange of ideas.

These values shone through for the assessors who said: "There is a willingness to pass on knowledge and share experience.

"Quality, innovation, customer service and health and safety are the foundations of your business practices and key to your brand in the marketplace; this is underpinned by a focus on continuous improvement through innovation in service delivery and design."