"Everyone struggles at different times for different reasons. Asking 'RU OK?' gives people an opening to say, 'No, I’m not.'”
– Talbot Sanderson, Mental Health & Wellness Working Group Chair.
Mental Health and Wellbeing
We recognise that mental illness is a major social issue, affecting people of all ages, from all walks of life. It impacts families, communities and an individual’s contribution at work.
This year, we implemented a Mental Health and Wellbeing program focussed on awareness, support, partnerships, prevention and recovery.
We raised awareness with all people managers and hundreds of construction workers about how to access support, and encouraged our people to ask, “RU OK?” Our first-aid training put a spotlight on mental health and launched a team of ambassadors across the business. Our partnerships with the Black Dog Institute and Mates in Construction will give us further access to their expertise.
