Econ Engineering, based in North Yorkshire, has demonstrated its commitment to the Armed Forces community by signing the Armed Forces Covenant. This move solidifies the company’s ongoing pledge to ensure fair treatment and equal opportunities for veterans, serving personnel, and their families in areas such as employment, housing, and healthcare.
By signing the Covenant during Armed Services Week, which runs from June 22 to 28, Econ Engineering has taken a step that reflects its longstanding support for the Armed Forces. The company has previously employed many individuals who have served in various military capacities, both in the regular forces and reserves.
As part of the Covenant, Econ Engineering has committed to supporting its Armed Forces employees by providing guaranteed interviews for veterans who meet the job selection criteria, accommodating employees who are members of the Reserve forces during training and deployments, and inviting cadets to explore potential career opportunities within the industry.
The company has also pledged to offer two weeks of paid leave for employees who are deployed, a benefit not commonly found in many businesses. Econ’s involvement with the Armed Forces Covenant underscores its commitment to supporting military personnel and their families, ensuring they are treated fairly in the workplace.
Econ Engineering’s decision to sign the Covenant aligns with the two key principles of ensuring no disadvantage for Armed Forces personnel and offering special consideration for those who have sacrificed the most, including the injured and bereaved.
