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RailStaff Awards 2024

BODYGUARD WORKWEAR LTD

www.bodyguardworkwear.co.uk

Bodyguard Workwear Ltd has been established since 1975. For over 40 years we have forged strong working partnerships within the Rail, Petrochemicals, Utilities, Construction and Retail industries. Today we are one of the leading suppliers of Safety Clothing, PPE and Tools. Being on the forefront of design and manufacture we are consistently investing resources into research and development.

As a flexible agile business, we respond effectively to the ever-changing needs of the end user. Our customers are confident in our ability to deliver their products, allowing them to devote their energy to the core aspect of their business.

Bodyguard Workwear has manufacturing heritage passed down through three generations, the business has the expertise and knowledge required to be an industry leading supplier of Workwear and PPE. With an established own-brand range of Workwear, we regulate every stage of our supply chain, from sourcing the exacting fabric and materials required for high quality construction to the rigorous compliance of products to meet the demands of the wearer. The company has been at the forefront of technical and design development in the safety clothing industry, working collaboratively with the wearer and industry Health and Safety leads to develop innovative products designed to protect the wearer. Using our experience in garment design and manufacture as a foundation, we have established ourselves as a leading manufacturer and distributor of PPE and safety workwear in the UK.

We can easily service any size of customer, from the largest contractor to sole trader. Through our retail Superstore for which the product range is mirrored on our website, we can service our non-corporate customers by offering a huge selection of market leading brands from an array of product categories.

We have worked diligently to develop increasingly better safety wear for people in hazardous occupations. Our research teams provide good insight into how best to create the best protective workwear ranges and our products are created and chosen to increase safety in hazardous environments. A series of pioneering safety innovations have made Bodyguard Workwear a leader in PPE and safety workwear over the years. It is our firm ambition to maintain this position.

Bodyguard Workwear supplies high quality PPE to companies and individuals throughout the United Kingdom. Wherever you are based, we can service you. Alternatively, visit our store for all of your PPE and safety wear needs.

Superstore and Head Office:
Bodyguard Workwear Adams Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B7 4LS
0121 359 8880

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BTTC

www.bttcgroup.com

Sponsor of the LEARNING, DEVELOPMENT & INVESTING IN PEOPLE AWARD
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BTTC is a principled progressive high-performance infrastructure project consultancy founded on the principle that our industry can deliver projects ‘better through total collaboration’. We combine an innovative, collaborative and pragmatic approach with high performing leadership, extensive experience and expertise to help our clients to transform the way infrastructure projects are delivered.

We believe in long-term, mutually beneficial relationships which operate on a truly collaborative level. We empower and enable our teams to share and mentor, so that we leave a lasting legacy wherever we work. This is why this award means so much for us to sponsor.

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CARLISLE SUPPORT SERVICES

www.carlislesupportservices.com

Sponsor of the SUSTAINABILITY & CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY PERSON OR TEAM AWARD
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Carlisle Support Services is a leading supplier of outsourced workforce solutions to chosen niche markets. Carlisle offers Security, Cleaning, Events, Retail Merchandising, and Vegetation services across the UK.

We partner with our clients in long-term relationships to deliver sustainable service innovations and operating efficiencies. Continuous improvement in service quality standards is built into all Carlisle business solutions.

This reinforces and supports our partnership as we grow by strengthening our clients’ businesses. Our aim is to create business efficiencies wherever we work for you, which translates into an improvement in shareholder and stakeholder value which is quantifiable.

Our Mission:

Carlisle Support Services provides customer-driven people-based services and strives to deliver measurable value to all involved. We do this by empowering passionate people to deliver exceptional outcomes

Our Vision:

To be preferred experts and the most trusted provider of people-based services for the customers we serve, and markets we choose to work in

Our Values:

Sector based experts
Promise based culture
Customers at the heart
Care passionately for all

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CITY & GUILDS TRAINING

www.cityandguilds.com

Since 1878 we have worked with people, organisations and economies to help them identify and develop the skills they need to thrive. We understand the life changing link between skills development, social mobility, prosperity and success. Everything we do is focused on developing and delivering high-quality training, qualifications, assessments and credentials that lead to jobs and meet the changing needs of industry.

In the rail sector we do this through our NSA Accredited Intertrain Business and largest railway and assessment provider in the UK, delivering industry-wide standards for technical, behavioural and commercial skills to improve performance and productivity. As a Royal Chartered Institute and a registered charity, everything we do is charitable. We invest in expanding and enhancing our solutions across all of our brands, to meet the changing needs of organisations and industries. Through our City & Guilds Foundation we amplify our purpose by focusing on high impact social investment, recognition and advocacy programmes which remove barriers to getting a job, celebrate best practice on the job and advocate for jobs of the future.

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FREIGHTLINER GROUP LTD

www.freightliner.co.uk/

Sponsor of the EQUALITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION PERSON OR TEAM AWARD
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Freightliner is the UK's largest maritime intermodal logistics operator, transporting containers from all major deep-sea ports to our national network of inland terminals, as well as a leading operator in the UK Heavy Haul rail freight market.

Freightliner is a subsidiary of Freightliner Group Ltd, which has operations across Europe offering both Intermodal and Heavy Haul rail freight services seamlessly connecting European countries and the UK.

For more information, please visit Freightliner at https://www.freightliner.co.uk

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GEOACCESS

geoaccess.co.uk/

Sponsor of the RAIL ENGINEER OF THE YEAR AWARD
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GeoAccess are a bespoke Asset Management company specialising in Inspections and Surveys. Established in 2014 to address the need for inspections on difficult access sites in the rail sector, we work nationwide covering a broad range of industries.

Utilising our highly experienced Geotechnical and Structural Engineers coupled with UAVs, ROVs, Rope Access and Confined Space Techniques, we look at every job holistically. By using tried and tested methods as well as implementing highly innovative cutting-edge techniques, we deliver the most efficient cost-effective solution to our client’s needs.

At GeoAccess we take pride in our ability to tackle every job no matter how big or small, with the same professional flexible approach, believing that anything is possible. It is our mission at GeoAccess to be a class leader in the services that we offer.

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GOVIA THAMESLINK RAILWAY

gtrailway.com

Sponsor of the RAIL AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR AWARD
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Govia Thameslink Railway is a train operating company, made up of a family of trusted regional brands - Southern, Gatwick Express, Thameslink and Great Northern. Since 2015, 24% of all passenger rail journeys in the UK have been on our services. We’re investing heavily in the infrastructure and technology on our lines, so we can deliver more. More trains, more seats, more services, more routes, more station improvements, more platforms with WiFi and more information. Above all, we want to give our customers and our people more say – to help us create a better rail service for everyone.

GTR is part of Govia – a partnership between two world-class transport operators – the Go-Ahead Group and Keolis.

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HEATHROW EXPRESS

www.heathrowexpress.com

Sponsor of the GRADUATE OF THE YEAR AWARD
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Heathrow Express is a high-speed train service connecting London Heathrow Airport with Paddington Station in central London.

Launched in 1998, it offers the fastest route between the airport and the city centre, with journey times of approximately 15 minutes. The service runs every 15 minutes, providing a convenient and efficient option for travellers. Trains are equipped with amenities such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and spacious seating.

Heathrow Express is known for its punctuality and comfort, catering primarily to business travellers and tourists seeking a quick and reliable airport transfer

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LAND RECOVERY RAIL LIMITED

landrecovery.co.uk/

ABOUT US

LAND RECOVERY LTD IS A LONG-ESTABLISHED MULTIFACETED BUSINESS

OPERATING IN THE AGGREGATES, RECYCLING, EARTHWORKS, CIVILS, RAIL, AND PLANT HIRE INDUSTRIES.

WE HAVE FACILITIES THROUGHOUT THE UK WITH OUR HEAD OFFICE AT CHEMICAL LANE, STOKE-ON-TRENT AND A REGIONAL OFFICE IN CARLISLE.

IN ADDITION, WE ALSO OPERATE 3 PORT LOCATIONS AT LOWESTOFT, ELLESMERE PORT AND HULL, AS WELL AS A MATERIAL HANDLING FACILITY IN DEWSBURY, WEST YORKSHIRE.

All of which are rail connected allowing us to move product from East to West and North to South seamlessly via the rail network on our fleet of rail wagons.

OUR BUSINESS PRIDES ITSELF ON ITS REACTIVE CAPABILITIES AND THE ABILITY TO SERVICE THE RAIL INDUSTRY ACROSS THE UK

This is backed up with our varied fleet of road trucks, civils plant and specialised rail plant. All the while this is being driven and managed by a strong team with years of experience across various industries.

LAND RECOVERY WAS ESTABLISHED IN 1982 BY THE BEECROFT FAMILY AND HAVE GROWN THE BUSINESS OVER THE YEARS INTO AN INDUSTRY LEADING AGGREGATE SUPPLIER AND PRODUCER OF CDM.

The business has been acquired by Aggregate Industries as part of their wider circular economy strategy in June 2024.

OUR RAIL SERVICES

UNDER THE GROUP SERVICE OFFERING, LAND RECOVERY RAIL CAME INTO INCEPTION THROUGH A GAP IN THE MARKET FOR A FULL TURNKEY SOLUTION.

THE DIVISION UNDERTAKES CONSTRUCTION TO INCLUDE:

· STATION INFRASTRUCTURE BUILDS / REFURBISHMENTS / MODIFICATIONS

· SPECIALIST CONCRETING WORKS

· ANCILLARY CIVIL ENGINEERING:

· WALKWAYS, TROUGHING, BASES

· LEVEL CROSSING REFURBISHMENTS.

· DRAINAGE & UTX CONSTRUCTION

· SPECIALIST FOUNDATIONS (ALL TYPES)

· EARTHWORKS

COUPLED WITH IN HOUSE POS AND RAIL PLANT SUPPLYTHE DIVISION ARE CURRENTLY OPERATING UNDER THE NETWORK RAIL COOMS CATALOGUE.

To enable plant and attachment supply, this with the ability of additional bespoke package arrangements to the wider rail industry.

WITH A BREADTH OF KNOWLEDGE AND VERSATILITY TO ADAPT TO REACTIVE AND PLANNED ACTIVITIES THROUGHOUT THE RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE, LAND RECOVERY RAIL CAN ASSIST FROM EARLY ON-SITE SURVEYS TO COMPLETION STAGES.

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LAND SHERIFFS

www.landsheriffs.co.uk

Sponsor of the CHARITY AWARD
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Land Sheriffs are a dedicated professional security task force providing protection and safety of our clients staff, customers, infrastructure and assets.

We provide security services to our clients that exceed their expectations, enforce respect for lives and property through the power of the law and to strive continuously to provide our clients with a safe reliable and efficient service.

We are dedicated to offering only the best people, innovate solutions and nurturing long-term partnerships.

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MCGINLEY SUPPORT SERVICES

www.mcginley.co.uk

McGinley Support Services is one of the UK’s largest specialist recruitment agencies providing the Infrastructure sector of the construction industry with permanent, contract and temporary staff at all levels. Consulting and recruiting for over four decades, we can supply staff, labour and support services to civil engineering contractors, subcontractors, utilities, infrastructure owners and operators nationally.

In our work as a construction recruitment agency, we support both those looking to recruit staff and those looking for construction jobs. We ensure that the staff we provide have the necessary skills and safety knowledge to do the job to an excellent standard in the markets we specialise in, and as well as following UK industry standards, we comply with the law as a minimum. As specialists in a recruitment support service role, we also ensure that those looking for jobs are trained to the skill level they need to be at, which is particularly valuable due to the skills shortage in our specialist areas.

• Track Labour
• Trades & Labour
• Tunnelling Services
• Project Works
• Welding, Grinding & Burning Services

Let the Experts IN to your business. Call us today and one of our experienced staff will help you with your recruitment needs.

Call: 0845 543 5953 or visit www.mcginley.co.uk

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MORSON TRAINING

morson-training.com

Sponsor of the INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY PERSON OR TEAM AWARD
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Morson Training delivers professional training programmes for people working in the UK’s rail industry.

We deliver training and assessments for apprentices, unemployed trainees, rail operatives and managers from a suite of UK wide training academies.

Our nationwide footprint, extensive experience and outstanding reputation for delivery mean Morson Training is regarded as one of the UK’s leading providers of outcome-based learning, education and training.

We add real value to the education process, each of our training programmes, which span track safety, engineering, health & safety and mental wellbeing, are individually tailored to suit different learner needs and are underpinned by lasting and collaborative relationships with leading awarding bodies.

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RAIL ENGINEER

www.railengineer.co.uk

Rail Engineer is the leading independent quality monthly magazine for engineers, project managers, directors and leading rail executive decision-makers. We are part of the Rail Media group.

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RAILWAYPEOPLE.COM

www.railwaypeople.com/

Search thousands of Rail jobs. We cover all rail jobs and rail careers. We also provide full recruiter services to employers in the rail industry..

Launched in 2001, RailwayPeople.comprovides the perfect platform to fill in your UK-based vacancies.

We know that attracting the right candidates to your career opportunities is important so we offer a range of products and services to help you achieve this.

Alongside its growing database and long-term relationships, RailwayPeople.com offers a wealth of advertising options helping to ensure you maximise your reach to the wider rail industry.

2016 saw the launch of our new RailwayPeople.com platform which provides a fully responsive site along with improved search capabilities and search engine optimisation.

As all great recruiters are aware, it is attracting the right candidate for your role that is important so we offer a range of helpful facilities to help you do just that.

Contact us to find out more about the options and solutions available.

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READYPOWER GROUP

www.readypower.com

Sponsor of the APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR AWARD
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The UK’s Specialist Rail and Infrastructure Services Provider

We are a Specialist Rail and Infrastructure Services Provider with a market leading operated asset hire business, complemented by a Specialist Civil Engineering division.

With extensive knowledge and understanding of the UK’s regulated infrastructure and operated asset hire, we provide dynamic solutions underpinned by a renowned tradition of customer service with outstanding reliability.

We operate from several major hubs, supported by a number of satellite facilities throughout England, Scotland and Wales. This gives us the flexibility to fully support our clients’ projects in all parts of the UK.

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RESPONSEC

www.responsec.co.uk

Sponsor of the LIFESAVER AWARD
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We are a professional, friendly and considerate organisation, delivering quality security services in London and the surrounding counties.

We can cover all of your security needs.

Railway Security
Site Security
K9 Dog Handlers
Corporate Security
Event Security
Stadium Security & Stewarding
Retail Security
Door Supervision
Close Protection
Anti-Social Behaviour Patrols

Trained Staff – Friendly Service – Recommended – Best Results

24 HOUR CONTROL ROOM

Contact Us

ResponSec Ltd

Address: Ground Floor Offices 500 Larkshall Road Highams Park London E4 9HH

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +44 (0) 20 8887 7108

https://responsec.ltd

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TELENT

telent.com/

Sponsor of the LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
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Telent is a leading technology company and specialist in the design, build, operation, and maintenance of the UK’s critical digital infrastructure, drawing on decades of experience in mission critical communications and technology.

With a strong focus on the public sector, key customer areas include transport, emergency services, network providers and the public sector. Our expertise, accreditations and knowledge make us a trusted partner for organisations at the forefront of the digital revolution.

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TRAIN'D UP RAILWAY RESOURCING LIMITED

www.traindup.org

Sponsor of the RAIL TEAM OF THE YEAR AWARD
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Since company formation in 2004 Train’d Up has fast become a nationally recognised centre of excellence for innovative Training & Development solutions.

A leading national provider of Apprenticeships and work-based learning solutions – whether you’re an employer seeking to recruit an Apprentice or a young person seeking an Apprenticeship, Train’d Up are here to support you.

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TRANSPORT BENEVOLENT FUND CIO

tbf.org.uk/

Sponsor of the STATION STAFF PERSON OR TEAM AWARD
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Helping to make a difference.

TBF is all about helping people, people in the public transport industry - helping to improve members’ work-life balance and reduce staff turnover for the employer.

Anyone engaged in the public transport industry in Great Britain is eligible to join TBF.

Membership costs just £1 a week, deductible through the company payroll facility. There are no different levels of membership - the £1 a week is a flat-rate membership fee giving the member and their family access to the extensive range of benefits should need, hardship, or distress arise.

£1 a week not only covers the member, but also their partner and dependent children. Offering a wide range of financial, health, and welfare benefits to the whole family, including prescription prepayment certificates, complementary and alternative therapies, medical consultations, scans and tests, help towards the cost of laser eyesight correction, convalescence, debt advice, legal help on non-employment matters, and also bereavement grants.

TBF has been helping public transport employees for over 95 years and currently has more than 60,000 members, making it the fastest growing charity exclusive to the industry. The Fund’s work is best illustrated by the volume of awards to members; during 2017, TBF paid out over £2.5million in benefits to its members.

Transport Benevolent Fund CIO, known as TBF, is a registered charity in England and Wales, 1160901, and Scotland, SC047016.

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TRENITALIA c2c LTD

www.c2c-online.co.uk

c2c is the award-winning train operator running services between Fenchurch Street and Shoeburyness, serving 26 stations in East London and South Essex.

One of the UK’s most punctual and most popular train operators, we have won 15 industry and corporate awards in the past five years, including being named “Rail Operator of the Year” at the 2018 National Transport Awards.

Our company name is Trenitalia c2c Limited (trading as c2c), registered number 07897267. Our registered address is 7th Floor, Centennium House, 100 Lower Thames Street, London, EC3R 6DL