NEWS | International Women’s Day 2023

Today, on International Women’s Day 2023, we celebrate all of our women at IG Masonry Support and we continue to create a culture where women thrive.

We caught up with Faye Mondesir, our People and Culture Partner, who plays an integral role in the expansion of IG Masonry Support’s workforce and their development and wellbeing.

What advice would you give to females looking at a career in construction?
The idea that construction jobs are just for men is a complete myth! There is so many opportunities for women within construction whether it be engineering, bricklaying, welding, designing or practical work on live sites. The possibilities are endless.

What are we already doing as a business to ensure career success for women?
Our workforce is made up of 19% of females compared to 12% when I joined the business three years ago. There is no common role for females in the business and it stretches as far as technical detailers, estimating engineers, project engineers, specification and business support functions eg. marketing and finance.

For a number of years we have put a huge focus on partnerships with local schools to engage with students from a young age and showcase the wide range of roles that are available within our business. We also offer work experience and apprenticeships/trainee programmes where students are welcomed and encouraged to take time in each area of our business to see which roles interest them most.

I believe the industry still has a long way to go but it is important that we lead by example to create an inclusive and diverse workplace for our employees and future generations. We absolutely pride ourselves on the opportunities we have available.

Tell us more about why you enjoy working within IG Masonry Support?
As we celebrate International Women’s Day, it’s great to reflect on being part of a business that recognises people have lives outside of work and allows me to balance work and family.

I am both a mother and a carer, but working in a forward-thinking business means that I can coexist and succeed on a professional and personal level.

Happy International Women’s Day!