THINKING OF VEKA?
At VEKA, we are more than just a workplace; we are a global community of passionate individuals dedicated to excellence. We are innovators, constantly pushing boundaries to shape the future of our industry. We are collaborators, creating a culture of teamwork, accountability, and mutual support. We are committed to the growth and development of our people because we believe that when our employees thrive, so does our organisation.
#WeAreVEKA – Are You?
We are driven by our purpose, guided by our mission, and anchored in our values.
Company Overview
For over 50 years, VEKA has been a global leader in PVCU window systems. Operating in 40+ countries, we’re the world’s largest manufacturer of extruded PVCU products. Based in Germany and family-owned since 1969, VEKA preserves a culture of quality, efficiency, and reliability.
Here at VEKA plc we are renowned for pioneering profiles such as VEKA and Halo, setting industry standards for technical excellence and aesthetic appeal. Rooted in German heritage and British craftsmanship, our quality ethos and commitment to ongoing product development ensure we stay ahead in technology and market trends. Evolving with the industry, VEKA is poised for continued success.
€1.8 BILLION TURNOVER 6900 EMPLOYEES 46 SITES 3 RECYCLING SITES
A note from our MD, Neil Evans
I am thrilled that you are thinking about coming to work with us.
VEKA is a special place with a positive culture and a commitment to working together for the long term success of our business. Irrespective of where you are in your life or career we welcome new talent and personalities who can contribute to our already great team and help make us better tomorrow than we were today.
We know that our people are the magic ingredient in everything we do and we are determined to be the best employer possible to ensure that in a world of choice, great people choose to work at VEKA. Take that 1st step to look at what we can do for you and then determine what you can do for us.
OUR GUIDING VALUES APPRECIATION COURAGE & AMBITION COMMITMENT TRUST & RESPONSIBILITY
Neil Evans | Managing Director
VEKA TIMELINE
1969 - PRESENT
VEKA FOUNDED IN GERMANY
1969
WE PIONEER THE INDUSTRY WITH A MASSIVE INVESTMENT IN STATE OF THE ART CAD DRAWING FACILITIES
1988
1986 THE VEKA UK STORY BEGINS
THE LAUNCH OF OMNIA - A COMPREHENSIVE, TRUE DOUBLE FLUSH SYSTEM DEEMED ‘THE NEXT GENERATION OF FENESTRATION’
2024
OUR VEKATRIM FOAM RANGE IS BORN
1992
1989 WE LAUNCH WOODGRAIN-EFFECT PROFILE
VEKA PLC AND VEKA RECYCLING WIN G21 AWARDS - BEST SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVE
2024 2021
WE TOOK OVER LEADERSHIP OF VEKA RECYCLING - FACILITATING THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE UK ‘CLOSED LOOP’ CYCLE
THE LAUNCH OF OUR NEW IMAGINE VERTICAL SLIDER AND SPECTRAL FOIL RANGE
2019
2019
WE INVESTED IN A NEW LAMINATION BUILDING AND LAMINATION LINES
THE LAUNCH OF NETWORK VEKA
1996
MATRIX FULLY SCULPTURED BRINGS A STYLISH NEW SOFTER LOOK TO WINDOWS WITH SCULPTURED EDGES REPLACING ALL CHAMFERS
2004
1995
THE BIRTH OF OUR MATRIX INTEGRATED PROFILE SYSTEM SETS A NEW INDUSTRY STANDARD - ONE THAT HAS STILL NOT BEEN EQUALLED TO THIS DAY!
2002
ANNOUNCED MASSIVE EXPANSION PLANS FOR A STATE OF THE ART WAREHOUSE FACILITY THAT DOUBLED BURNLEY HQ TO A HUGE 380,000SQ FT
VEKA CELEBRATES 30 YEARS OF EXTRUDING PROFILE IN THE UK
2016
2017
NETWORK VEKA WAS GIVEN A FRESH, NEW BRAND ‘INDEPENDENT NETWORK’
2014
THE LAUNCH OF THE NEXT GENERATION IMAGINE BI-FOLD DOOR - THE UK’S FIRST BIFOLD TO ACHIEVE BSI KITEMARK STANDARDS
WE LAUNCH OUR FULLY REVERSIBLE WINDOW, VERTICAL SLIDER AND VEKA COMPOSITE DOOR SYSTEM
2008
WE BUILT A STATE-OFTHE-ART MULTI-MILLION POUND MIXING PLANT
2013
2005
VEKA UK DEVELOP THE UK’S FIRST BFRC ‘A’ RATED WINDOW
WE LAUNCH THE NEW IN-LINE SLIDING PATIO DOOR DEBUTED AT THE FENSTERBAU EXHIBITION IN GERMANY
2010
2011 ACQUISITION OF HALO
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Our Culture
At VEKA, our exceptional company culture is shaped by a collaborative and innovative work environment, where mutual respect, open communication, and a commitment to continuous learning create a supportive atmosphere. We prioritise the well-being of our employees, encouraging a healthy work-life balance and providing opportunities for professional growth and development.
Our people are the cornerstone of our success, and we are dedicated to their care. Through open feedback and regular employee surveys, we ensure ongoing improvement and we are proud to be a certified ‘Great Place To Work’ employer.
The Benefits
Pension – 6% employer contribution
Attendance rewards
4 x salary death in service benefit
Enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave
Annual cost of living salary reviews
Employee discounts
Training budget
Attendance rewards
Enhanced basic holidays
Holiday purchase scheme
Referral Scheme
Subsidised vending machines
Free coffee machines
Free fruit
Long service awards
Company Events
Health & Wellbeing
Subsidised health club membership
Healthcare cash plan
24-hour counselling line
Mental health first aiders
Annual health checks
Enhanced family friendly policy
Company savings scheme
Bike to work scheme
In both 2022 and 2023, we extended additional monthly payments and distributed Christmas vouchers to assist our employees in navigating the challenges posed by the cost-of-living crisis.
NURTURING TALENT
Jack’s story
Jack joined us in 2011 as a Lamination Operator. Actively enhancing his skills, he transitioned to our Technical Department during the launch of new products, earning an HND in Engineering. His journey led to a promotion to Product Engineer, and he now serves as our Product & Innovation Manager.
Developing Together
Development at VEKA comes in many guises, from learning on the job and from those around us, to formal training that stretches our thinking, as well as opportunities to explore the many roles within our business. The clearer you are on your ambition and your commitment to support that, the better we are in helping you get there.
If you want to develop, we encourage you to get out of your comfort zone, to lead meetings, lead business projects and study for professional qualifications. Take control of your learning and together, we can be the best we can be.
VEKA has big growth plans in place, as part of our 5 Year Strategic Plan.
The business is performing very well…..but we’re never complacent and we don’t stand still. We’re always looking for the next opportunity.
2024 sees the launch of an exciting new product, which will drive demand through existing customers, whilst giving us the opportunity to reach out to prospective customers.
Engagement with Installers is high on our agenda, through our enhanced Partner Programme Scheme, including Independent Network; the original and the best.
We continue to support our long-standing, loyal fabricator partners and look to the market for new fabricator opportunities which align with our values.
VEKA’S AMBITIOUS GROWTH PLAN
Staff Testimonials
Helen Jones
Project Manager | Products & Services
Length of service
Just over a year, started November 2022
What do you enjoy most about working for VEKA?
Cheesy, but the people. There’s such a good core but also an appreciation for individuals. Leadership are busy but approachable and my colleagues are always helpful and supportive.
If you could swop jobs with a colleague for a day, who would it be and why?
Technical Service Engineers. My passion is innovation and improvement and I think being in front of the fabricators and feeling their pain and hearing their issues first hand would be a great way to generate and build on ideas to help make VEKA products even better!
Stefan Sorah Technical Service Engineer
Length of service
14 years
Can you describe your typical day or week in your role?
My day is very pro-active, so it can be anything from, helping customers with factory setups, training customers on new products, helping customer with profile related concerns, homeowner site visits, R&D work, testing accreditation.
How has your role evolved since you joined?
I started in Technical with a hybrid role within the office and in the tech workshop, mainly testing products and continuous improvements on products, then the opportunity became available to become a TSE out on the road, this was a step up and a big challenge for me which I wanted to take. I’ve now been a TSE for over 7 years and really enjoying my role.
Staff Testimonials
Susie Armstrong
Product Manager
Length of service
7 years
What do you enjoy most about working for VEKA?
I like the people at VEKA, everyone is so friendly and welcoming. I have recently enjoyed getting the opportunity to interact with our Scottish, Irish and Northern Irish customers whilst being seconded into sales.
If you could swop jobs with a colleague for a day, who would it be and why?
I would choose to swop jobs with Elke Hartleif. Her family has only ever known VEKA, and I would love to see what she does
Hasnain Riaz
Customer Service Advisor
Length of service
2 years and 7 months
What first attracted you to VEKA?
I decided to join VEKA as one of their main focuses is developing their people, which convinced me to apply for a job as a Lamination Operator. I joined the business towards the end of the COVID period, at this point I had lost two years of my own “development” due to challenges I had in my personal life as well as the challenging period the rest of the world was facing. After a year in Lamination, I saw the job in Customer Services being advertised, which I saw as an opportunity to take my development to the next level. Thankfully VEKA trusted me and allowed my transition from Lamination to the Customer Service department.
How has your role evolved since you joined?
My role has evolved, and I have been given greater responsibilities as my skills have progressed. My experience allows me to be a key member of the team.
Community & Social Impact
At the core of our operations is a strong connection to the community. With more than 90% of our workforce residing locally, our success hinges on actively supporting and engaging with our community. Whether through collaborations with nearby schools, encouragement of employee volunteering, or participation in fundraising initiatives, giving back has consistently remained a fundamental commitment for us.
Our Environment
Responsible manufacturing is about having maximum impact on our industry with minimum impact on our environment. PVCU is truly sustainable substance and can be recycled time and time again. This is why recycling has become such a crucial part of what we do. After opening the first window recycling facility in the UK, we now divert thousands of tonnes from landfill per year.
Diversity & Inclusion
We advocate for the celebration of diversity, not just as a matter of principle, but as a source of fresh skills and perspectives that support innovation. Beyond that, it cultivates deeper understanding and respect among diverse groups, creating a workplace that attracts new talent.
To build a more diverse workforce, we establish a secure, respectful, and supportive working environment, tailored to meet the specific needs of our people. Proactive initiatives for change encompass targeted recruitment across diverse demographics and active community engagement, particularly in supporting initiatives led by women to promote engineering and STEM subjects.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME, WE HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON.