‘The skills gap’. We’ve heard it for years. But what does it actually mean? And how are we actually looking to solve the problem? Enter Apprenticeship schemes. Many employers are creating opportunities via apprenticeship schemes to bridge the long standing skills gap, and introduce a younger generation of people into the highways sector. Crown Highways…
In a sector where quality is everything, Crown Highways is proud to announce that the company has been awarded Gold HERS Logo status for meeting the strict criteria required by this prestigious award. Receiving Gold status shows Crown Highways’ commitment and dedication to the industry standards set by the HEA, to its workforce and to…
Whilst causes for excitement and optimism may have been few and far between for us all over the last 12 months, exciting times now lie ahead for Crown Highways, with the imminent re-opening of its specialist training centre. As of February 15th , Crown Highways is officially able to re-open the doors to its training…
With awareness of mental health more prevalent than ever, Crown Highways has stepped up to ensure that it is fully equipped to offer support to employees who may need it. Crown Highways is now a company that provides a total of 7 internal Mental Health first aiders to its employees, after a further 4 members…
Today, Crown Highways leaps into 2021 by welcoming an exciting new addition to the team. Crown has appointed Steph Smith to the role of Business Manager and is set to become a massive additional asset to the company’s current workforce. Steph joins Crown after a 6-year tenure at Kier Highways, where she was responsible for…
In true Crown Highways tradition, the last day at work before the Christmas shut down sees the famous Turkey hand out! Crown provide every member of staff with a Turkey to feed their families over the festive period. This year, the turkeys are locally sourced from Burntwood butchers, C Robinsons & Son’s to ensure that…
Crown Highways have today donated 10 Christmas Dinner hampers to local foodbank ‘Burntwood Be a Friend’ who are going to distribute them to 10 families within the Burntwood area. A food hamper consisting of a 3 course Christmas Dinner including a Turkey, local fresh vegetables, all the famous trimmings along with a starter and dessert…
Crown Highways is delighted to announce a new sponsorship agreement with European Tour Caddy, Connor Winstanley. Crown already supports its local community with continued sponsorship of several local sporting clubs and charities; however, this is a new one for both Crown Highways and Connor, as the company takes another step into supporting local talent in…
With the way 2020 has unfolded for us all, good news stories are even more satisfying to come by. As we all look to put the world of largely doom and gloom that is 2020 behind us, Crown Highways is ending the year with some good news and looking to 2021 with huge optimism. Introducing…
For many years, Crown Highways have ensured that Burntwood is well and truly ready for Christmas by providing and installing the Christmas lights on the towns well known Christmas Tree. This is just one of many annual contributions to the community, and Crown Highways takes great pride in being able to help out and give…