Our people

At BESIX, people are the foundation of our success. We foster a BE SAFE and WECARE culture where everyone can feel safe, grow, and contribute to a shared vision for the future.

Sustainability starts with people

We believe sustainability starts with people, both within our teams and in the communities where we operate. Our Social approach is built on a culture of safety, diversity, inclusion, and opportunity for all, while also extending our impact beyond the workplace.

We empower our diverse workforce to grow, thrive, and innovate together. At the same time, we actively support local communities through engagement, partnerships, and charitable initiatives run by our foundation. Whether it's through volunteering, supporting education, or funding projects that address urgent social needs, we are committed to making a positive difference for society.

Our 'people-first' culture and our community focus lay the foundation for:

A safe working environment
Fair working conditions
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
An employee listening strategy
Preserving cultural heritage
Societal engagement

The essentials

A safe working environment

At BESIX, the safety and well-being of our employees are vital. We are committed to fostering a safe and healthy work environment for all, including subcontractors. Our 4 guiding principles inform our approach to safety: BE SAFE, the 10 Life Saving Rules, Management safety walks, and Sub-contractor engagement.

Fair working conditions

Guided by our pledge to respect human rights, we have implemented robust policies and initiatives to ensure the dignity and safety of all workers. We continue to make significant progress in three areas: international collaboration, subcontractor compliance and social dialogue.

Diversity & Inclusion

With over 93 nationalities represented in our workforce, we encourage diverse teams that reflect a range of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. This focus ensures equal opportunities for professional development for each employee, while promoting awareness and appreciation of diversity among employees and management.

• 100% of BESIX sites apply the Group's BE SAFE principles

• More than 20,000 people participate in the Safety Time Out each year

• 40% increase in female employees since 2014

An employee listening strategy

A dynamic workforce requires a continuous feedback loop. We measure the success of ongoing dialogue, ensuring that our people strategy remains responsive and relevant to our evolving, worldwide team.

Preserving cultural heritage

We are dedicated to preserving cultural heritage, fostering open communication with our community, and maintaining transparent reporting. An emblematic example is the commitment of BESIX Watpac to a sustainable future for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Societal engagement

BESIX operates with a deep understanding of our role in society. We strive to build strong relationships with the communities around our sites.

• 90% of employees expressed satisfaction with working at BESIX

• In 2024, the BESIX Foundation supported 54 projects in 3 key areas: Environment, Construction and Education

Our ESG approach at a glance

General approach

Environment

Governance