Diversity at Beca New Zealand

Engineering is often a male-dominated industry, however in my section, we have quite a number of female engineers (even at the principal or associate levels). This number is only growing which is great. We have people from all across the globe and countries I haven't even heard of which always makes a great conversation. Beca is a very understanding company. Due to my religious beliefs, there are certain types of projects that I can't work on with a clean conscience. When I made this known on my first day, my team leader immediately made a note of this and made sure to only put me on projects I was comfortable with which I really appreciate. Another case is when a few colleagues (including a graduate) had to take extended leave due to a major surgery or pregnancy etc, but instead of sacking them, they were allowed to take that leave and resume as if nothing happened with no lack of respect etc. Even our senior male figures have taken paternity leave which I find impressive.

There are very few women in my office which I struggle with a lot and while I think Beca is good at saying they will do something, the following through is a struggle. I am the only female graduate in my team and I often feel that there is a lot of animosity when I raise this

I think my company is very accepting of everyone at all stages of their lives (i.e. good maternity policies/ flexible work hours to accommodate family life).

People and Culture team arranges all the events like women in engineering morning tea/presentation, rainbow tick celebration, and a lot of different cultural festivals. We have trainings on Rainbow community and Te Reo classes too.

I think the company does a good job and providing support options for a wide range of people. But room to grow which is natural. Spport networks for these groups have been implemented in the last few years which will help to boost this.

Good visibility with pride flags outside the building and on signature options. Pacific Language weeks celebrated. Support maternity leave

they actively try to hire a range of cultures, women, and gender-diverse people. Are not discriminated against if they have specific needs that need to be accommodated.

Strong initiative within the company to promote and encourage diversity, set diversity targets, flexible working, increased maternity and paternity leave, supportive return to work processes following having a child, etc

Good in terms of having fast tracked interviews for minorities

continued commitment to diversity especially in the Maori space

given the engineering industry is predominantly male, diversity with respect to women and ethnic minorities is recognised greatly

The Development Infrastructure section is diversely represented by female and ethnic minority groups. Recruitment issues mainly centre around retention of junior/intermediate staff due to; a) poor pay increment in comparison with other offers. b) OE deserters.

Covers all the bases. My team has more women than men - that is pretty unprecedented for an engineering firm. I'm proud of the diversity we have here, we celebrate all cultures and there's no sexism, racism, homophobia etc. at all.

I Believe nowhere still dose not have good place and design for mums and parents , we have to work and search to find a good way for make the life easy for parents ,spicily women

We also actively celebrate Pride Week and various cultural weeks. The company offers paid maternity and paternity leave, demonstrating support for family needs. Additionally, we prioritize diversity in recruitment, retention, and promotion, ensuring equal opportunities for all. These initiatives contribute to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Approaches all conversations with care and empathy and aims to make sure an environment that is welcoming is created

We engage with a range of communities and this includes schools where we may assist with STEM events etc to encourage them to consider a career with us. Personally, I've helped with an online platform for school kids to show more of a day in my life and how I got here. This was done with fellow colleagues who joined the company through other means without a university degree to show there are many ways into the company.

I believe they need to do more work in this area

Provides scholarships, volunteers time to less privileged communities, ensures Pacifica/ Maori graduate applicants are given the opportunity for an interview.

Our team has been hiring people from overseas, and we have brought many engineers from overseas offices like Thailand and Indonesia. I believe there are a team that helps with visa and overseas travel. We have a very diverse team with people from all sorts of background and that has made the environment really inclusive.

I have no idea. They reached out to my iwi to hire me, but I am not less privileged. You would need to define what this question specifically means. I guess they do inspire programs for local schools to get them into engineering

Good in terms of having fast tracked interviews for minorities

yes but their qualifications must be up to scratch

By focusing on potential for growth

Spreads recruitment advertisement and offer extensions to all areas of the country.

Large diversity of available roles, inclusive culture is advertised through word of mouth, anyone can apply online, we work in less privileged areas of the world, this gives people from those areas access to get in touch with us.

Scholarships and outreach with local iwi and labour groups to bring in and form contracts with workers and students from lower socio-economic backgrounds