Without our people, we could not achieve all we do.
Performance Metrics
Metric | Description | UN Sustainable Development Goal | 2023 North America Result | 2024 North America Target | 2024 North America Result |
Employee Engagement | Rate of engagement of employees, measured through an independent survey | 8. Decent Work and Economic Growth | 90% | ≥ 85% | 90% |
Safety at Work | Lost time injury frequency rate | 8. Decent Work and Economic Growth | 1.02 | < 1.00 | 1.30 |
Safety at Work | Proactive Safety Index | 8. Decent Work and Economic Growth | New for 2024 | > 100% | 109.8% |
Inclusive Culture | Proportion of women appointed among executives | 5. Gender Equality | 39% | > 35% | 46% |
Our People
Veolia North America invests in its employees to ensure we can continue to grow and lead ecological transformation together; promote a safe, inclusive and supportive work environment; and develop the sustainability leaders of tomorrow.
Health and Safety
Employee health and safety is a non-negotiable core value at Veolia. We work to build a safe, secure and compliant workplace through ongoing education, awareness and risk-control programs that involve and empower all employees from the frontline to management in driving positive actions to improve safety.
We are committed to Goal Zero — zero injuries — and will leave no room for compromise until we reach this goal. In 2024 there were 0 lost-time injuries at 527 (96%) of our worksites in North America.
Compensation and Benefits
Veolia is deeply committed to delivering equitable pay, benefits and programs that support the needs of our workforce. Through proactive compensation reviews and comprehensive market analyses, we actively work to ensure fairness and competitiveness for all employees. Our global program, Veolia Cares, ensures a baseline global level of benefits to support the professional and personal well-being of employees. In 2024 as a part of Veolia Cares, we launched Veolia Volunteer Day, when employees are encouraged to take a paid day off to volunteer for a cause of their choosing. Whether on an individual level or an event organized through our offices, employees are finding joy in giving back to our communities, neighbors and planet.
Attracting and Developing Future Talent
Veolia promotes continuous learning for each of our employees through comprehensive talent development programs. Our approach combines personalized development plans, mentoring opportunities and access to extensive online learning platforms where employees can access thousands of courses covering everything from technical skills to leadership development. In 2024 our commitment to professional growth was demonstrated by an average of more than 32 training hours per employee, spanning safety, technical skills, cybersecurity and leadership topics. We continue to enhance our educational offerings and encourage professional development through targeted learning initiatives throughout the year.
Fostering an Inclusive Culture
Building an inclusive workplace culture is a non-negotiable for Veolia. We are committed to ensuring that all of our programs — like our library of training resources, the benefits offered through Veolia Cares and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) — support and provide opportunities for Resourcers of all backgrounds. Our focus remains on executing our GreenUp strategy for growth and environmental sustainability, helping our customers achieve their goals and making the world a better place for future generations. It’s clear that our strength comes from creating a workplace where all employees can chart a path for professional growth.
