Construction & Civil Engineering Magazine Issue 215 - May 2024 | Page 177

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Andel
“ When it comes to oil storage , Andel prioritises leak prevention , especially given the hazardous nature of oil . We acknowledge that oil is detrimental to the environment but unfortunately , it is so intertwined into our infrastructure that it is set to remain essential to our society for a long time . Consequently , Andel ensures that its clients operate and maintain their tanks and equipment properly to avoid any oil leaks that would cause environmental damage . Our operations with oil are conducted in a sustainable manner , adhering to regulations and minimising waste ,” he enlightens .
Andel has made significant changes to achieve its netzero targets . . . we have begun replacing our fleet with electric vehicles , with chargers installed at our head office for staff use deeply with my own values , and I had always been drawn to working for smaller companies for several reasons . One of the advantages of working for a smaller company like Andel is the opportunity to have your voice heard and make tangible change , even when working with a more constrained budget . Additionally , smaller companies often promote from within , thus fostering career progression . Indeed , while my journey with Andel began as a senior project manager , I have now moved on to being a director and shareholder in the business ,” he adds .
Positive environmental impact
Committed to reach Net Zero by 2025 , Andel ’ s efforts were rewarded with the Sustainable or Ethical Manufacturer Award at the Made in Yorkshire Awards , and most recently at Made in Sheffield Awards . Willem reflects on the initiatives that led to this award : “ Andel

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Reflecting on his own journey , Willem reveals what led him to join Andel . “ I moved to the UK about 20 years ago , initially with the intention to stay temporarily . However , fate had other plans and I decided to reside here permanently . During my time here , I pursued studies and worked in various roles in the construction industry . Eventually , I began working for a local authority in London where I operated within a waste transfer station . There , through witnessing firsthand how wasteful we can be , I learned about the importance of sustainability and the need to use resources smartly and efficiently . Subsequently , I joined Andel , originally as a project manager . Andel ’ s ethos and commitment to sustainability resonated
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