Ten colleagues from across UM Group attended the latest two-day induction programme.

A packed schedule saw colleagues hear a series of presentations about different aspects of the business and enjoy some valuable networking and socialising time together.

The latest cohort consisted of:

• Bethlehem Tielens, Accountant, Tameco NV Belgium
• Peter Vekony, Management Assistant, Argos Feeds Hungary
• Nicky Burt, Operations UK, Andean Life
• Callum Capes, Engineering Student, UM Group
• Andy Wilson, Industrial Electrician, UM Terminals
• David Houston, Supervisor, United Molasses (Ireland)
• Ophelie Dubuis, Admin Assistant, France Melasses
• Peter McLoughlin, Operator, UM Terminals Gladstone
• Caroline Angus, Operator, UM Terminals Gladstone
• Mike Mail, Terminal Manager & Deputy EHS Manager, UM Terminals Hull West

The induction began with a Welcome to UM Group from our CEO Ben Macer and was followed by a blend of talks from colleagues attending the induction and other representatives from across the business.

A big thank you to everyone who took time to prepare their presentations including Mike Mail (Health & Safety), Andrew Creasey (Trading), Fionn Beech (Shipping/Chartering), Isabel Conde (Quality), Stephen Garrett (Cyber Security), Mark Few (GB Molasses), Bethlehem Tielens (Tameco NV), Peter Vekony (Argos Feeds), Ophelie Dubuis (France Melasses), Geraldine Carroll (Meta compliance/LMS/iTrent/Cyber), Nigel Jones (Sustainability/Quality/Technical) and Vic Brodrick (UM Terminals).

Away from the presentations, colleagues enjoyed a trip to Floor 72 of The Shard, which sits 800 feet (244 metres) above the ground, as well as a relaxing dinner at The Alchemist and some live music and cocktails at the popular Eastcheap Records venue.

Geraldine Carroll, Group HR, Training and Office Manager, who organises the inductions, said: “We had a really nice mix of colleagues from the UK and Europe and it was great to hear from Bethlehem, Peter and Ophelie about their respective parts of the business as well as the more regular sessions.

“The two days gives those attending the chance to step away from their day-to-day roles and gain insights into the wider Group, while also making new friends.

“The inductions are ideal for new starters, but we also open them up to other colleagues including those who may have recently enjoyed a promotion or who have been with the business a long time.

“They are a great way to learn and also get a fantastic sense of what it’s like to be part of a much bigger UM family.”