Our Commitment and Social Responsibility
We’re connected and committed to our community and our environment. The wellbeing of our team, the safety of people on our roads, and the future of our planet inspire us every day.
Diversity and inclusion
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on our diverse and inclusive workplace and embrace the uniqueness of our people. We celebrate our many cultures and people at Abley and are committed to building Māori cultural capability. Assignatories to the Diversity Accord Agenda, we foster diversity in transport engineering, implementing changes to positively impact our people.
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Ethics and integrity
Leading with integrity and transparency. The foundation for our success is the integrity and professionalism we show in our everyday interactions, both inside and outside of our organisation. Our reputation for honesty, integrity, and ethical practices shapes our identity and is our most important asset. Founded on our values, the Abley Code of Conduct provides a framework of professional standards that guide our everyday decisions.
We uphold the highest standards of integrity and transparency in everything we do, building and maintaining trusted relationships with our clients.
Health and wellbeing
Creating an environment where everyone thrives. Maintaining a healthy and safe working environment is our priority and is essential for project and workplace success. Our comprehensive policies and processes mean we mitigate risk in the workplace and onsite. We have Tōtika pre-qualification confirming our systems and processes meet external and industry-wide criteria.
In addition, we have a suite of wellbeing initiatives including flexible work arrangements, and a package of benefits to support our people to perform at their best.
Carbon reduction
Reducing our carbon footprint. We measure and publicly report our greenhouse gas emissions. Certified by the Toitū CarbonReduce program, our emissions are measured year on year, and we are taking steps to reduce impacts. We’re targeting a 5% decrease in our carbon footprint from 2020 to 2025.
Click here to view our carbon reduction profile and certification and reporting. For inquiries about our carbon reduction initiative, please get in touch with us.
Sustainability
Committed to developing a sustainable future. Reducing carbon emissions from transport is critical and we are committed to supporting our clients while minimising our own carbon footprint. Our sustainable transport solutions promote walking, cycling, and public transit, championing active transport on national and global platforms.
Communities
Shaping the future with our communities. Our communities are our clients, our team, and the people of the cities and countries we work in. We work with our communities to make our roads safer, our towns healthier and more attractive places to live, and our businesses more efficient. Leading initiatives such as the Innovating Streets program and the rebuild of schools throughout New Zealand are examples of how our team uses transportation, data, and spatial expertise to help shape the future of our communities.
Quality
Our commitment to professional standards. From workflow optimisation to delivery, we prioritise professionalism and quality in all aspects of our work. Our robust quality assurance processes, policies, and professional standards ensure we consistently deliver top-tier products and services. Through our risk-managed business processes, we are dedicated to continually improving the quality of our services optimisation the best outcomes for our clients.
Governance
Our Corporate Governance Framework. Privately owned and operated in New Zealand, Abley is governed by a board committed to ensuring a high standard of corporate governance with oversight over the ongoing growth of the business. Our Governance framework provides the platform from which:
- The risks to Abley’s business are identified and managed
- Abley management is accountable to the board
Project Governance
For seamless project delivery, we implement internal governance controls that are adapted to reflect organisational values, our commitment to professional standards, and project requirements. We prioritise adaptability and resilience, allowing us to navigate client requirements and cultural nuances. This approach ensures successful project delivery and cultivates long-term partnerships.