We hold ourselves to the highest of standards in everything we do
In order to be a symbol of excellence in the Australian construction industry, we expect the best from ourselves. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the quality of our work, the professionalism of our team, and the satisfaction of our clients.
Our Purpose in Action
Our purpose is to provide a workplace founded on our Guiding Principles where our people can learn and grow to their highest potential.
Our vision is to be a symbol of excellence in the Australian construction industry.
These two statements form our values and are the foundation of everything that we do as a company.
Women at Fairbrother
Our gender equality and diversity objectives are based on policy commitments across our business. To promote gender equality and inclusion, we are:
- Working toward pay equity and gender balance in our workforce.
- Creating a workplace that embraces and values individuality and diversity.
- Taking positive and proactive action against unacceptable behaviour, including discrimination and harassment.
- Providing flexible work arrangements to assist employees with work-life balance.
- Engaging with support networks for women in the construction industry.
We are a corporate member of the National Association of Women in Construction.
Safety
We are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for our team members and all those who work on our projects.
We invest in training and resources to ensure that we meet or exceed all safety, quality, and environmental regulations and standards, and we are constantly evaluating and improving our practices to minimise risks and prevent accidents.
Safety is our top priority, and we hold ourselves to the highest standards when it comes to safety, quality, and environmental management.
Our Health and Safety System is third-party audited and accredited to ISO 45001:2018 for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems
In addition, our business has been accredited by the Federal Safety Commission to the Australian Government Building and Construction OHS Accreditation Scheme (Accreditation No.53.).
Quality
The Fairbrother Integrated Management System encompasses all aspects of the building process from the tender / negotiation stage right through to post-implementation review. Our system has been designed to deal effectively with design and construct projects.
Fairbrother is a pre-qualified contractor for building, construction, and maintenance services in both Tasmania and Victoria.
Our Integrated Management System is third-party audited and accredited to ISO 9001:2015 for Quality Management Systems
Environment
We are committed to conducting our business in an environmentally responsible manner.
Our commitment to environmental sustainability is not just a solitary endeavor – it’s a collective responsibility that we share with our employees, contractors, and suppliers. We are dedicated to expanding awareness, knowledge, and skills, fostering a culture of continuous learning that fuels our journey towards a greener tomorrow. We firmly believe in learning from past experiences, using significant environmental events as opportunities to refine our approach and prevent recurrence.
Our Environmental Management System is third party audited and accredited to ISO 14001:2015 for Environmental Management Systems.
As members of Green Building Council Australia we recognise and support the vision to create healthy, resilient and positive places.
Diversity & Inclusion
We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to creating a dynamic and successful workplace, and we hold ourselves to the highest standards in this area.
We are committed to promoting gender equality in the construction industry and building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
We believe that diversity is essential to creating a vibrant and successful workplace, and we are committed to removing any barriers or biases that may prevent any individual from pursuing a career in the Australian construction industry.
A commitment to diversity and inclusion builds incredible teams that deliver great outcomes for our clients.
Health and Wellbeing
We hold ourselves to the highest standards when it comes to the health and wellbeing of our employees.
We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment that promotes physical and mental wellbeing.
We invest in training and resources to ensure that our team members have the knowledge and tools they need to prioritise their health and stay safe on the job.
Community Responsibility
We believe that contributing to our communities is an essential part of our role as a company. When it comes to community contribution, we are committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work.
Whether it’s through supporting local charities and organisations, volunteering our time and resources, or contributing to community development projects, we are dedicated to being responsible corporate citizens.
Fairbrother is committed to adhering to our statutory obligations and our values. We are committed to providing those engaged with our organisation a safe environment to raise concerns regarding breaches of internal rules or policy, or Disclosable Conduct relating to the organisation, its Directors, Managers, Employees, Subcontractors, or Consultants.