‘Got Your Back’ programme winning in more ways than one

GasNZ member, Firstgas Group took out the HRNZ Wellness Programme Award in May for its “Got Your Back” programme which is underpinned by the organisations TIGER values (Together, Integrity, Grow, Empower, Respect).  

 Paul Goodeve, Firstgas Group Chief Executive said,

“Our people know that they can bring their whole selves to work – that we will laugh with them when times are good and support them when they need it - that we have got their back.”

Firstgas Group owns Rockgas, Firstgas, Flexgas and Gas Services NZ. It’s made up of 380+ people. The main office is based in New Plymouth, and the company has people located throughout New Zealand from a range of backgrounds working in a wide range of roles, including LPG fillers and drivers, health and safety advisors, corporate services and specialised engineers.

“Got Your Back" has been designed around the concept of the Māori health model Te Whare Tapa Whā. Firstgas Group approaches each topic differently ensuring that content is created to suit their people and their needs – including online and in person training, guest speakers, awareness campaigns and launches timed with national events, apps, resources, information and tools.

Watch the video to find out more.