Aligned with our purpose and values, James Fisher must conduct its business responsibly and sustainably to ensure that we support the local communities that are impacted by our global operations. 

We’re conscious that our talent pool is fed by the local communities we operate in and that enhancing the lives of the people in these communities will deliver benefits for James Fisher as well. 

We aim to be a good citizen and active member of the community by:

• Encouraging our employees to engage and make a difference
• Creating local employment and sourcing opportunities within our communities
• Ensuring sustainability drives our decision-making process and operations
• Investing and engaging in people development, wellbeing, training and other initiatives to enhance the lives of people in the community

James Fisher also encourages employees to contribute their time and talents in support of their communities in various capacities, providing financial assistance and sponsorship as needed.

• Through James Fisher’s sustainability committee, our management teams receive updates on the implementation of each business’s local communities strategy
  
  
• We actively encourage and support employees in engaging with projects across the UK and internationally to help make a positive impact, either through charitable fundraising, volunteering their time, or collection and distribution of items to support those less fortunate or in need
  
  
• The Board regularly reviews the group to consider how our businesses and their services align with our shared purpose  

• We continued to support employees' local community initiatives and events through the donation of time, material or provision of expertise, for example, STEM event participation and local internships
• We have formed a strong partnership with a local Education and Skills Partnership which brings schools, colleges and local employers together who recognise the need to equip local young people with knowledge, skills, and aspirations
• James Fisher has pledged its support as an employer to the Young Persons Guarantee - a Scottish Government initiative to ensure all young people aged 16 - 24 have the opportunity of work, education and training