Training & Development
Pochin's PLC recognises that
the training and development of its' employees to maximise
their efficiency at work and their potential to meet future
business needs, makes a fundamental contribution to the continuing
growth and success of the Group. It is one of the Company's key
values, which states that 'we are committed to the continuing
development, health and safety of our people'.
A regular review and analysis of employee training and development will be carried out as part of the business planning process, to ensure that business objectives can be met.
Training will be provided as part of the process of achieving business objectives. Employees have a duty to participate fully in training provided. Training and development activities will be reviewed to monitor and assess their effectiveness in the achievement of business objectives and the development of individuals.
Organisation & Responsibilities for Implementing the Policy
Mr Antony Pochin, Business Strategy
Director, is a Director of Pochin Construction Ltd, and is
responsible for monitoring and reporting to the Main Board on all
training and
development matters and Group Training and Welfare costs within the
Group.
The Human Resources Steering Committee (HRSC), chaired by Antony
Pochin meets regularly and is made up of Directors representing the
different divisions within the Group. The HRSC oversees the
implementation of policy; analyses training needs, and sets
standards and systems for training and development activities
within the Group. It
recommends policy to the Main Board of Directors.
Implementation & Operation of the Policy
Each Subsidiary Company Director is responsible for:
- Identifying and agreeing the training and development needs of each trading division to achieve business objectives and strategy, and communicating these to the HRSC and HR Department
- Assessing individual employees training and development needs
via the
annual staff appraisal process. - Setting budgets and agreeing training plans for approval by Main Board.
- Assessing the effectiveness of the training and development activities within each trading division.
The Human Resources (HR) department is responsible for implementing and monitoring the training and development needs identified. This includes maintaining systems to ensure that all training and development activities are authorised and that progress is effectively monitored, maintaining accurate records, liaising with external verification agencies and ensuring all qualifications are valid where applicable.
John Moss
Chief Executive
June 2009