Social value

At SES, we create lasting economic, social and environmental value through the way we work, supporting our employees, customers, supply chain partners and local communities.

Our Social Value Strategy provides a framework for delivering meaningful outcomes that strengthen communities, support people and protect the environment.

Our Vision

To be recognised as a leading rail services organisation that creates lasting economic, social and environmental value through every contract we deliver.

Our Social Value Priorities

Developing Skills & Future Talent
We invest in training, mentoring and career development to build skills, create opportunities and support the future rail workforce.

Creating Inclusive Employment Opportunities
Through inclusive recruitment and specialist partnerships, we help remove barriers to employment and improve social mobility.

Supporting Communities & Local Economies
We engage with local communities through education partnerships, local procurement, sponsorships and community initiatives.

Promoting Health, Wellbeing & Inclusion
We support employee wellbeing through mental health initiatives, wellbeing programmes and an inclusive workplace culture.

Delivering Sustainable Environmental Value
We reduce environmental impact through carbon reduction, responsible resource management, sustainable procurement and waste reduction.

Creating Measurable Impact

We monitor and report on our social value performance to ensure our activities deliver meaningful benefits for people, communities and the environment.

Our commitments include:

  • Apprenticeships, trainee and work experience opportunities
  • Partnerships with schools, colleges and employability organisations
  • Employee volunteering and community engagement
  • Local procurement and supply chain development
  • High recycling and landfill diversion rates
  • Ongoing reductions in energy use and fleet emissions

Why Social Value Matters

Social value delivers wider benefits alongside project outcomes, supporting communities, enhancing sustainability and helping clients meet increasing tender and procurement expectations.

At SES, social value is more than a contractual requirement. It is a core part of how we do business and create lasting positive impact.

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