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Service – John Morfield staff have collectively accumulated an astonishing 662 years with the company .
John Morfield further sponsored their professional development , with Ryan obtaining certification from the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health ( IOSH ) and , more recently , the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health ( NEBOSH ) Certificate .
Nikola embarked on an accountancy path , receiving sponsorship from John Morfield to achieve Association of Accounting Technicians ( AAT ) Level 4 .
Lastly , Joshua Cuthbert , an employee for the past eight years , has proven there are no limits to professional development within the John Morfield ranks .
Joshua initially joined the firm with an NVQ in Business Administration and Customer Service , rapidly progressing to attain a Level 4 in Procurement .
He then embarked on a journey with the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply ( CIPS ), conquering levels 3 , 4 , 5 , and 6 and ultimately achieving chartered status in 2022 .
Not stopping there , John Morfield currently sponsors Joshua ’ s pursuit of a BA ( Hons ) in Business Management , leaving everyone wondering where his thirst for knowledge will lead him next .
Reflecting on his experience , Joshua expresses his appreciation for working in an organisation that heavily invests in its human capital , improving the prospects of young individuals , retaining talent and ultimately gaining a competitive advantage . He believes this approach benefits both employees and employers , creating a win-win situation .
However , John Morfield ’ s commitment to the Teesside community extends beyond the walls of its Thornaby headquarters .
The company actively sponsors grassroots football teams and owes much of its involvement to director Stephen Johnston ’ s unwavering passion for the beautiful game .
This dedication has led to John Morfield proudly becoming a member of the Middlesbrough Football Club Foundation , which strives to raise aspirations and improve the lives of people in local communities .
In addition , John Morfield sponsors local netball and football teams and supports a young driver in a junior karting league .
The company ’ s staff also participate in charitable endeavours , such as a sponsored coast-to-coast bike ride that raised more than £ 17,000 for the Renal Department at James Cook University Hospital . Colleagues also sponsored Nikola Bentley ’ s participation in the London Marathon , contributing to a fundraising total of £ 19,000 for Young Lives vs Cancer .
Ultimately , John Morfield stands as a testament to the idea that an
Loyal – From left to right , Sarah Smith , Rachael Davis and Linsey Hodgkinson , together with Tony Plews and Joanne Gettings , who each have 34 years ’ service .
organisation ’ s strength lies in the sum of its parts .
Its deep-rooted connections to the Teesside community and commitment to lifelong careers have allowed it to continue serving as a vessel for local talent and making a positive impact .
In fact , through the community ethos that John Morfield encourages , it ’ s no surprise that the story is the same across its other locations in Bellshill , Scotland , and Cork , Ireland .
John Morfield ’ s considerable legacy in Teesside is defined by its investment in the community , dedication to employee growth and active sponsorship of local initiatives .
As the company thrives , so too does the Teesside area and its people , demonstrating the profound impact a business with strong community values can achieve .
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