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We’re excited to share that Cleshar will be at the London Job Show in Westfield White City (Shepherd’s Bush, SW12) on Friday 17, and Saturday 18 October, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with talented individuals, showcase the wide range of career opportunities across our business, and share what makes Cleshar, a great place to work.

Our team will be on hand to discuss current vacancies, apprenticeships, and pathways into the rail and infrastructure sectors, as well as the skills and qualities we value most in our people.

If you’re attending the event, be sure to stop by our stand to say hello and find out more about joining our team.

We look forward to meeting you!

Today is World Mental Health Day 2025.

This day serves as an important reminder to reflect on how we can better support mental health and wellbeing in every aspect of our lives, including the workplace.

According to HSE statistics, in 2023/24 around half of all work-related ill health in Great Britain was caused by stress, depression, or anxiety, with affected workers taking an average of 20 days off.

The impact on businesses is clear: more absence, lower productivity, and higher turnover.

At Cleshar, we believe that wellbeing at work isn’t just important, it’s essential. That’s why, to mark World Mental Health Day, we’re proud to introduce our new Wellbeing at Work Procedure (P152).

This procedure provides practical guidance and a clear framework to help us continue fostering a positive, engaging, and supportive working environment for everyone across our business.

Earlier this week, we also held our first Safety Standdown at our Cockfosters site, focusing on wellbeing and stress management.

The session, led by an external wellbeing professional, included group counselling, a talk on managing stress, and a short, guided meditation for all attendees.

We received excellent feedback from our workforce and others who joined the event. It was great to see such engagement and openness around the topic.

Together, this event and our new procedure mark an important step forward in strengthening our management system.

It reinforces our ongoing commitment to safeguard not only the health and safety but also the wellbeing of everyone at Cleshar.

Thank you to everyone for continuing to support a safe, healthy, and positive workplace.

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Week, we're proud to see Cleshar actively engaging in conversations that matter.

Great to see continued action and insight being shared across the industry.

We’re proud to celebrate Cleshar Contract Services recent award win for the Baker Street Water Ingress project! 🏆

This recognition is a testament to the hard work, innovation, and dedication of our teams who delivered outstanding results under challenging conditions.

The project showcased our commitment to safety, engineering excellence, and minimal disruption to the public, core values that define Cleshar’s approach to infrastructure delivery.

Congratulations to everyone involved in making this a standout success!

Very impressive from Cleshar Contract Services in terms of team work, productivity, and delivery expectation.

ITS understand the requirements needed to handle projects such as this with such skill, and determination.

Fantastic work by all involved ☑️

Infrastructure Training Services are thrilled to announce the successful completion of our 4-week railway course, designed to equip participants with essential skills for a thriving career in the rail industry.

This structured programme (RTAS0479) provides recognised and practical training for those looking to take their first steps into the sector.

Here’s a glimpse at the valuable training delivered:

☑️ First Two Weeks: • Employer Interviews – Preparing candidates for real-world job opportunities
• Bootcamp Induction – Getting participants ready for the hands-on training ahead
• Network Rail Medical & Drug & Alcohol Testing – Ensuring safety and compliance
• Fire Awareness & Manual Handling – Key safety protocols and physical skills
• PTS E-Learning – Introduction to key safety procedures
• Small Plant Theory & Practical – Gaining expertise in operating essential railway equipment
• Emergency First Aid – Preparing participants to handle medical emergencies on site

☑️ Second Two Weeks: • PTS Practical – Putting theory into practice with hands-on safety training
• DCCR Initial – Understanding the core principles of railway operations
• Track Induction – Training in track maintenance and safety protocols
• OLEC 1 – Overview of Overhead Line Equipment operations
• Track Maintenance, Geometry, Patrolling & Renewals – In-depth knowledge of track upkeep and monitoring

✅ Eligibility Requirements:
• Aged 19+
• Photo ID (Passport or Driving Licence)
• Proof of National Insurance Number

To Enrol:
Contact our HR team at [email protected] or call 0208 733 8888 to secure your place in the next training cohort.

We are proud to help candidates enhance their skills and take confident steps towards a rewarding career in the railway sector.

Looking forward to seeing the continued success of these participants as they apply their new qualifications under RTAS0479!

Great to see the conversation around AI in construction gaining momentum at the Artificial Intelligence – UK Construction Conference.

At ITS we’re proud to support forward-thinking companies like Cleshar Contract Servicesr as they explore how innovation can shape the future of the built environment.

By sharing insights and expertise, we’re helping Cleshar identify how artificial intelligence can enhance operational efficiency, improve on-site safety, and streamline engineering processes.

Events like this are essential in driving collaboration and encouraging the adoption of smart, sustainable solutions across the industry.

We are proud that Cleshar Contract Services attended the 'London’s Green Transition: Business at the Forefront of Inclusive Growth' event, hosted by the GLA in partnership with C40 Cities on March 19th, 2025, at City Hall.

This event focused on the importance of green jobs, inclusive working practices, and how businesses can play a crucial role in promoting social equity.

We are excited to continue our efforts in driving positive change within the green economy and fostering inclusive growth within the communities we serve.