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UK CONSTRUCTION FACING EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT CRISIS New research has revealed that employee satisfaction amongst workers in ‘deskless’ industries, including construction, is worryingly low following the pandemic. Over a third (37%) of workers state that their employee experience is worse now than pre-2020. There are numerous factors contributing to this dissatisfaction. The impact of ongoing staff shortages was found to be the most common reason for poor employee experience, with over half of deskless workers citing staffing issues as a key challenge. This was followed by less in-person training (37%), worse communication (36%), and fewer opportunities for development (26%).
Rob Bright, CEO and Founder of Cloud Assess,
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This is having devastating consequences for the UK workforce. 53% feel less motivated, 32% are unhappy at work, and 31% are less productive. If left unaddressed, this risks exacerbating the ongoing skills shortages further, with one in five considering leaving their company in the next 12 months, and a further 17% considering leaving their industry altogether.