_____________________________________________________________________________________ Smiths Gloucester Ltd .
She continues : “ Currently , we have a workforce of approximately 550 employees . Like many businesses , we endured huge challenges posed by the 2008 recession , and during the pandemic we recognised the need to diversify and work as hard as we could to ensure that the business was able to continue running . We are confident that we have the right people and work ethic for the business to continue its growth in the coming years .”
Efficient solutions
From its roots as a plant hire company , Smiths has undergone a remarkable evolution , now providing tailored solutions to clients through an extensive range of services . “ We aim to be a one-stop shop for customers in the construction industry . Thus , we now offer services such as construction , demolition , laser levelling , drainage , asbestos removal , skip hire , commercial waste collections , event waste , waste management and transport ,
... Smiths has experienced a notable increase in demand for its volumetric concrete
tipper transport , sweeper hire and grab lorry hire . Furthermore , our training centre , conveniently located near Gloucester , now enables us to provide specialised training for the Construction Skills Certification Scheme ( CSCS ) and National Plant Operators Registration Scheme ( NPORS ). Through this training , we not only facilitate the development of our own teams but that of our customers as well , to whom we extend the offer . Our training manager has designed the courses to cater specifically to the knowledge and skills that we and our customers require on-site , all while still being engaging ,” she elaborates .
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