The fleet of over 150 vehicles has again increased with the purchase of this ‘Utiltruck’, the vehicle has been specifically designed for builders. The Utiltruck is one of the most practical vehicles you can buy for our industry. It offers three seats in the cab with excellent visibility for the driver, as well as great […]

In the construction industry the skills shortage is profound. CITB estimates that 216,800 new workers will need to come into the industry by 2025 just to meet demand. This September saw Gelder Group take on 10 new apprentices across its departments, these include bricklayers, joiners, plasterers, plumbers, administrators and a mechanic. Gelder Group was founded […]

On the 30th September The Gainsborough Academy held a Macmillan charity cake competition in which the Gelder Group were invited to be VIP judges for the competition. Our Apprentice Receptionist and previous attendee at the school attended and after an hour of cake testing, Jess picked two winners. One for the best cheesecake and one […]

Construction week which was held at the Lincolnshire Showground on the 27th – 29th September and saw 600 school students each day attend workshops in a variety of construction related fields including joinery, plastering, plumbing, building, painting and decorating. As well as taking part in the activities the schools from all over Lincolnshire where able […]

The Head office fishing lake has seen so many visitors over the summer and to close the season (for the fair weather fishers) environmental Officer Simon Blaydes organised a charity fishing match for MIND, the mental health charity. The fishers raised £105 for the charity and the winner on the day with a total catch […]

UKATA is a leading authority on asbestos training, established in 2008 with a set purpose in mind: to be recognised as the asbestos industry’s most eminent training association. UKATA is instantly recognised and respected for the exacting standards in asbestos training delivered by its Members in accordance with current HSE Legislation. After undergoing a lengthy […]

We would like to wish Jack Bateman a huge congratulations on having now successfully completed his Level 3 & Level 4 NHC in the Built Environment. Jack will now progress to his Degree in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management. Jack who started with Gelder Group in 2020 at 18 and has developed in that time […]

Gelder Group is only the second employer in Lincolnshire to sign-up to this commitment to pay the Real Living Wage to its employees. The Real Living Wage is the only UK wage rate that is voluntarily paid by businesses who believe their staff deserve a wage which meets everyday needs. Arran Fullwood, Finance Director commented: […]

Gelder Group have successfully completed and handed over 14 new properties to Acis Group. The 2 and 3 bedroomed properties were a mix of semi-detached properties and bungalows and are now available to purchase from Acis as part of the ‘Shared Ownership’ scheme. Click here for more info. Greg Bacon, Chief Executive at Acis Group, […]

Gelder Group are both delighted and proud to have been recognised in The Princess Royal Training Awards 2022. The awards recognise companies that can truly demonstrate a commitment to Learning & Development. Kirstie Donnelly MBE, Chief Executive of City & Guilds said: The Princess Royal Training Awards demonstrate how training and development can open up […]