Our sustainability strategy is to create a healthier planet, be people and community focused and accountable for all that we do.
Download our Sustainability Strategy here or read online.
At Ventia, we’re passionate about making infrastructure work for our communities and we strive to do that in a sustainable way.
We recognise that every decision and action we take is an opportunity to make a positive impact on the people and world around us.
In our view, taking a sustainable approach is not only the right thing to do, it’s what our clients, communities, investors and employees expect from us.
That’s why we’ve embedded sustainability into our vision, our business strategy, our risk management, and our culture.
Under the leadership and governance of our Sustainability Council, we seek to:
- minimise our environmental impact
- leverage partnerships to deliver sustainable solutions
- create stakeholder value through strong corporate governance
- improve diversity and inclusion in our workplace and the communities in which we operate.
View our Sustainability Policy here.
Our Sustainability Strategy
Our sustainability strategy goes beyond reducing our environmental footprint. It is about creating a positive impact for future generations and a sustainable legacy, for people, communities, and our planet." - Dean Banks, Group CEO
Sustainable development goals
The seven sustainable development goals that are most relevant to Ventia are: good health and wellbeing; gender equity; decent work and economic growth; industry innovation and infrastructure; sustainable cities and communities; responsible consumption and production; and climate action.
Read more in the 2024 Sustainability Databook here
Sustainability Report
In March 2022, Ventia published its first Sustainability Report.
With a workforce of over 15,000 talented employees and over 20,000 subcontractors across more than 400 locations, every decision and action we take is an opportunity for Ventia to make a positive impact to the communities in which we live and work.
We’re committed to creating a lasting and positive legacy for people and planet.
(*) Percentage changes are based on FY22 pro-forma NPATA and EBITDA.
Environment
In addition to seeking ways to reduce our own impact on the environment, we support clients in their objectives for a cleaner future. For example, we help clients in industries such as resources, telecommunications and transport manage their infrastructure assets using data analytics and technologies such as drones, Internet of Things and virtual reality.
Another way we support clients is through our work as a leader in environmental services in Australia. Over the past 35 years, we have worked on more than 140 major soil and sediment remediation projects in Australia, including some of the country’s largest and complex sites. We also provide environmental monitoring services to the water industry.
View our Environment Policy here.
Sustainable procurement
Ventia is committed to supporting our clients to deliver great procurement outcomes, and drive continuous value, safety and performance from our supplier base through best-in-class, centre-led procurement. We base this on a foundation of ethical sourcing, transparent supplier engagement, effective systems and controls, and collaborative business partnering. Read more about our approach here.
View our Modern Slavery Statement here.
Fairness, Inclusion, and Respect (FIR)
At Ventia, we’re committed to upholding a culture of Fairness, Inclusion, and Respect (FIR) —we understand the importance of everyone feeling safe, valued, and empowered to thrive.
FIR is central to how we attract great talent, deliver stronger outcomes for customers, and create lasting value in the communities where we operate.
FIR are the principles that reflect our commitment to creating a culture where everyone feels safe, valued and able to succeed, regardless of age, cultural heritage, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, marital or family status, religious belief, sexual orientation, socio-economic background or lived experience. The principles guide how we lead, work, hire, engage and make decisions.
Our commitment to building a Fair, Inclusive and Respectful workplace is a key pillar of Ventia’s People Strategy. Senior leaders are responsible for driving FIR by setting expectations, modelling inclusive behaviour and ensuring FIR principles are integrated into business decisions. Key metrics, including workforce representation, workplace culture and social value generated for society, will be tracked and used to drive improvements.
Community
Our purpose is to make infrastructure work for our communities. For us this means building trust through open communication and regular engagement, providing community support, respecting areas of cultural significance, and minimizing our impact on the local environment. We also look to create social value by seeking out suppliers who operate ethically and create employment opportunities for minority groups.