Article 16 November 2022 Jeffery’s story at Mitie This is Jeffery Barr’s story, Cleaning Assistant at Mitie. Due to ill health, Jeffery had spent a lengthy period out of work. He discovered The Mitie Foundation’s Ready to Work programme, which prepared him for interviews and set him up for success. Now he’s a valued member of Mitie’s maintenance team, keeping a hospital spick-and-span, and has a renewed sense of purpose. “Working for Mitie allows me to be independent and gives me so much hope for the future.” Jeffery Barr, Cleaning Assistant at Mitie What’s your Mitie story? “Before I joined Mitie, I’d been out of work for nearly 18 years. I told my advisor at the job centre that I’d be happy with any job – although I had applied for many positions, it felt like I was often discounted because of my health conditions. My advisor told me about the Ready to Work programme through The Mitie Foundation. I was nervous about applying, but thought ‘what’s the worst that can happen?’ “The Foundation really helped me prepare for going back to work – they supported me to prepare for interview and set me up for success. “My work experience at Hinchingbrooke Hospital began the following week. Within four weeks, my manager called me to his office and offered me a paid contract! I thought he was joking! Mitie gave me a chance and saw something in me that nobody else had. “My job gives me the motivation to get up in the morning – I want to work, and I want to give back to society. “Working for Mitie allows me to be independent and gives me so much hope for the future. It gives me a purpose. Mitie is where I belong!” What makes you proud to work for Mitie? “The people – I meet new people every day and they are nearly always lovely!” How have you been recognised and rewarded for your work? “In 2021 I got Employee of the Month for going above and beyond and for my performance in the role. I was so proud – I was buzzing!” What advice would you give to others embarking on a career with Mitie? “I would say you only get one life – grab the opportunity with both hands. It’s the best opportunity ever. It has worked so well for me!” Jeffery is just one of thousands of dedicated Mitie colleagues, each inspired and enabled to achieve their potential. By combining innovation with intelligence and applying the power of technology, we’re supporting our people to proudly make a difference, every single day. Interested in working at Mitie? Interested in working at Mitie? We have roles available across the organisation. Explore our Careers website to find out more and apply for a role. Search our vacancies Read next Press Release 3 October 2022 Mitie hits all annual ESG targets putting it on track to meet 2025 goals 2022 ESG report released detailing how Mitie hit all 13 ESG targets for the year, putting Mitie on track to meet its overall 2025 ESG goals Environmental highlights include saving customers 375,000 tonnes of… Read More Press Release 27 September 2022 Broadcaster extends facilities management contract with Mitie The BBC has extended its facilities management contract with Mitie for a further two years 780 colleagues work on the contract, delivering a range of integrated FM services for the broadcaster’s sites including its… Read More Press Release 12 May 2022 Andy Burnham unveils Mitie’s new northern technology hub Mitie has unveiled its new Technical Services Operations Centre (TSOC) in Wythenshawe, Greater Manchester, showcasing its cutting-edge workplace technology Officially opened by Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, the TSOC is Mitie’s new Hub… Read More Press Release 28 April 2022 Mitie showcases latest innovation with the launch of its Cleaning and Hygiene Centre of Excellence • Mitie has launched its new Cleaning and Hygiene Centre of Excellence, to showcase the latest innovation in cleaning science and technology• Made up of six Zones, the new Centre in Birmingham demonstrates best… Read More See Resource Archive
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