About Gibbs & Dandy

Gibbs & Dandy are a network of local builders and timber merchants serving professionals in the building trade.

The roots of Gibbs & Dandy can be traced back to when the company was established as an ironmongery business based in Luton. The business was acquired by George Frederick Gibbs before being purchased by William and Percy Dandy in 1894.

In 1920, Gibbs & Dandy became a private limited company, acquiring new premises in Luton and Dunstable, and later being floated on the Birmingham Stock Exchange. In 2017, builders merchant Chas Lowe & Sons acquired the company and relocated to Stevenage.

The company has a proud history built on local relationships, with each branch tailoring their service to meet the needs of their local market and customers.

Employees build strong relationships with customers and each other thanks to a great deal of enthusiasm, support and well-placed humour, which is useful in a challenging and fast-paced environment.

What is it like to work for Gibbs & Dandy

Leadership

74% of staff agreed:

I have confidence in the leadership skills of the senior management team

Managing Director Neil Lawrence engages with the business in a number of ways. He is frequently visits every office across the branch network to spend time with employees, and regularly provides video, letter and email updates, including notes in the company newsletter.

74% of staff agreed:

I have confidence in the leadership skills of the senior management team

My Manager

86% of staff agreed:

I feel that my manager talks openly and honestly with me

Managers in the business have their performance measured in a number of ways. First and foremost, they are provided with objectives and KPIs, given the opportunity for one-to-one meetings, and invited to attend annual appraisals.

86% of staff agreed:

I feel that my manager talks openly and honestly with me

My Company

90% of staff agreed:

I believe I can make a valuable contribution to the success of this organisation

Their mission and values have been represented in a cartoon character called PET the Dog. This name stands for proud, empowered and trusted, and was used to launch the firm’s values across the company. The image is used in all employee communications as a reminder.

90% of staff agreed:

I believe I can make a valuable contribution to the success of this organisation

Learn more about the 8 factors of workplace engagement here

Benefits:

Gym

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Long Service

50% of employees with more than 5 years' service
Profit Related Payment

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Development

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Family Friendly

School hours contracts offered to all staff