Diversity & Inclusion

At Wood, we are committed to creating an inspired culture with diversity and inclusion permeating every corner of our global organisation, where all our people feel they belong and are empowered and supported to succeed.

We continuously strive to move the dial through our leadership champions and employee networks who help to drive our diversity and inclusion initiatives, policies, communication campaigns and engagement activities.

We value people for who they are and the experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives that shape them, encouraging applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, faiths and beliefs, marital statuses, mental health, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, and life experiences to apply.

Our employee networks

We empower an employee network structure that represents our employee voice and feedback loop, helping Wood continuously evolve our approach based on internal and external outputs.

	Wood Race and Ethnicity Network (WREN) Creating a community that celebrates and embraces ethnic diversity, inclusiveness and cultural awareness across our communities whilst helping to break through the barriers that perpetuate inequality and discrimination.
	Developing Professionals Network (DPN) A community for employees starting in their careers, DPN is run by Wood’s developing professionals, who organise sessions, events and initiatives at local, regional and global levels, enabling members to connect, learn and grow.
	Equal Footing Network Our Equal Footing Network aims to help achieve an inclusive gender-balanced workforce, encouraging anyone to join and advocate for improving gender balance in Wood, including women, men and minority genders. As well as raising awareness of the need and benefits of gender balance, we challenge gender bias and encourage more women to pursue STEM subjects and careers.
	Wellbeing Network Our Wellbeing Network brings together employees who are passionate about promoting and supporting health and wellbeing, co-ordinating wellbeing initiatives across the global community. Whether physical, emotional, financial or environmental wellbeing, the network works closely with all our employee networks to ensure collaboration and inclusivity, fostering an environment where people can thrive.
	Pride Network  The network provides a safe and inclusive space for our LGBT+ community to connect and support one another as well as raising awareness of challenges faced, promoting LGBT+ inclusion through regular communication, resources and participation in local Pride and other LGBT+ events. Our Pride Network also works with other companies to champion LGBT+ inclusion in the sectors within which we operate.
	STEAM Network Passionate about STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics), the network connects like-minded colleagues to support STEAM events in their local communities. The network aims to foster an employee-led culture which inspires, educates, and empowers future generations encouraging the pursuit of a career in STEAM and highlighting the possible opportunities that this will bring.
	Armed Forces Network  Actively bringing together colleagues who are members of the Armed Forces community, this network is open for all to join regardless of whether they have a military connection. The network supports the employment of veterans and military spouses and those who choose to be members of the Reserve forces, whilst actively supporting Armed Forces events and charities.

Inspiring Team Wood to get active

Every year Wood runs a global health and wellbeing challenge, Around Wood in 30 Days, inspiring people to improve their physical, emotional and social wellbeing. Watch the video here, to learn more about 'Around Wood in 30 Days'.

Sustainability at Wood

As a member of the United Nations Global Compact, Wood is connected to the global conversation on sustainable development and committed to helping deliver a sustainable future for generations to come.

From our shared ambition towards creating a better tomorrow, Wood’s approach across the pillars of People, Planet and Profit is supported by solid foundations and goals that challenge our business to unlock solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Single-use plastic free offices 

One of our sustainability goals is to ensure our offices are single-use plastic-free by 2025, acknowledging the role we play in reducing waste and making responsible choices. To date, teams across the globe have achieved this status including offices in Chile, Canada, Italy, Norway, UK, Azerbaijan, USA, Australia and India.