People
Sustainability
Taking care of our people and communities.
We prioritise the safety, well-being, and rights of our people by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive within the Motherson community.
Our People Ambitions for 2030
Fostering a Culture of and Inclusion and Diversity
- Equity for employment opportunities across all recruitment activities.
- Improve gender balance in STEM disciplines.
- Focus on talent attraction and retention.
Actions deliverables
Inclusive and Diverse Leadership
We aim to improve gender balance in management by increasing women’s participation. Initiatives like Leadership Development and Mentorship Programmes empower women and create opportunities for all, building on the strong gender balance already present in our operations.
Promoting an Inclusive Workplace
As a global company, we prioritise inclusion and diversity, recognising that inclusive environments drive collaboration, innovation and better decisions. By being an equal opportunity employer and fostering belonging, we support a more diverse, engaged, and high-performing workforce.
Empowering Women in STEM
We celebrate and support women in STEM, recognising days like the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Our Women in STEM campaign shares inspiring experiences and highlight the vital contributions of women and girls to our success.
Building Strength Through Inclusion and Diversity
By valuing diversity and our differences, we grow stronger. Through a communications calendar aligned with UN global initiatives and our ongoing development programmes, we create global awareness and foster inclusivity to empower our future leaders.
Fostering the Development of Young Talent
At Motherson, we support young talent through dual study programmes, thesis support, apprenticeships and university partnerships. These opportunities provide practical experience, foster skill development, and help build a strong talent pipeline for the future.
Prioritising the Well-being of Our People
- Achieve ISO 45001 accreditation globally, with all new sites achieving this within 2 years of joining Motherson.
- We strive to make a positive difference to the well-being of the people in the communities and environments in which we operate.
- We are committed to implementing initiatives to promote and support physical and mental wellness
Actions deliverables
Committed to a Safe and Supportive Workplace
Safety in the workplace is of paramount importance across our global operations. We uphold this through our ‘Safety First’ philosophy, regular risk assessments, and external evaluations, including ISO 45001 certification, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
Prioritising Well-Being, Empowering Our People
We introduced our Wellness and Well-being principles statement to drive a consistent approach to supporting every aspect of well-being. By integrating best practices, we ensure our initiatives empower the people of Motherson to prioritise their health and quality of life.
Fostering a Culture that Promotes Well-being
MothersonActive is a global initiative focused on employee wellness, encouraging physical activity tailored to individual preferences and capabilities. By supporting both personal and team goals we foster a community dedicated to physical vitality, mental wellness, and overall well-being across our workforce.
Making a Difference, Globally and Locally
Motherson fosters global citizenship by promoting responsibility, sustainability, and community engagement. We encourage our people to create a positive impact and support social and environmental well-being in every location.
Fostering Meaningful Engagement Across Our Global Workforce
- Regular and standardised employee engagement surveying across all locations to enable consistent analysis, and continuous improvement actions.
- Providing platforms for employees to share their opinions, contribute to decisions, and drive meaningful change.
Actions deliverables
Employee Engagement Surveys
Our global surveying provides insights and highlights opportunities for improvement, local action planning and follow up reviews drive change. Together, they help us refine global strategies and foster a more connected, engaged workforce.
Understanding What Matters to Our People
Our global engagement survey explores well-being, leadership, motivation, and culture. The insights help us understand key drivers of retention, productivity, and innovation, enabling us to strengthen our greatest asset, the people of Motherson, and continue developing our organisation.
Connected Through Quality
Our global Quality Circle conventions unite employees worldwide, fostering collaboration and a sense of belonging. As participation grows, employees are strengthening their connection to the organisation, actively contributing to quality improvements and developing themselves through this experience.
Supporting the Ongoing Development of Our People
- Consistent and standardised leadership development programmes across all regions.
- Succession planning and talent pipeline development programmes being deployed across all locations.
Actions deliverables
Training and Development
We invest in our people’s growth through cross-functional training programmes, equipping them with skills for today and the future. Our commitment to continuous learning fosters professional and personal development, enhancing expertise and strengthening the capabilities of our global teams.
Retaining and Promoting Talent
We implement training and development initiatives to create opportunities for internal growth and succession planning. By supporting career progression, we aim to increase internal promotions while attracting and welcoming new talent to build diverse, and dynamic teams.
Empowering Future Leaders
We invest in future leaders through development programmes. Our global Leadership and Plant Management initiatives build key skills, while mentorship provides guidance and support. These programmes empower our people to grow and take the next step in their careers.
- Uphold the principles of the UN Global Compact, ethical practices and promote respect for all individuals across our operations and value chain.
- Promote human rights due diligence across our value chain
- Ensure human rights and whistleblower policy awareness across the value chain
Actions deliverables
Human Rights Monitoring and Due Diligence Across Our Value Chain
Using external third-party tools and assessments, we work to ensure our suppliers are aligned with the UN Human rights convention and our global policy. We expect them to uphold our standards and extend these commitments throughout their own supply chains.
Strengthening Awareness of Human Rights
We are committed to upholding human rights. Through training and awareness and the deployment of company policies, we ensure that our people are informed, empowered, and aligned with our values.
Embedding Transparency in Human Rights Practices
Using tools such as NAVEX EthicsPoint, provides a standardised methodology for secure reporting, ensuring accessibility, confidentiality and anonymity. This reinforces our commitment to integrity, transparency, and accountability for ethical practices, fostering a safe and respectful workplace for everyone.
People impact cases
Community Support SAS Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Donations of toys, food, essentials
- Care for children in need
- Improved well-being and happiness
Improved Access to Clean Water Sustainability Summit Initiative
- Rainwater harvesting systems
- Clean water source
- Strengthened resilience of local community
IT Literacy for Communities Noida, India
- Mobile classrooms
- Digital literacy
- Societal well-being