Apprentice - South Australia at Otis Elevator Co. in West Hindmarsh, South Australia, Australia | Kablio

Apprentice - South Australia at Otis Elevator Co. in West Hindmarsh, South Australia, Australia | Kablio

Company

Overview

1853 Founded

Year of Establishment

Operates as a leader in vertical transportation solutions.

Pioneered the first passenger elevator, revolutionizing urban transportation.
Serves a wide range of sectors, including residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.
Their work can be seen in iconic structures like the Burj Khalifa.
Focuses on safety, efficiency, and sustainability in urban spaces.
Advanced smart elevator systems enhance user experience and energy efficiency.

Culture + Values

We put people at the center of everything we do.
We are reliable, smart and focused on the future.
We are creating a more personal, connected world.
We roll up our sleeves to get it done.

Environment + Sustainability

50% Reduction

Emissions Target

Aims to cut Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by half by 2030.

100% Certification

Zero-Waste Goal

Seeks to achieve zero-waste-to-landfill certification for all factories by 2025.

30% CO₂ Reduction

Emissions Achievement

Factories have reduced CO₂ emissions by more than 30% since 2015.

6.62M lbs Recycled

Waste Diversion

Florence, SC factory recycled over 6.6 million pounds of sheet metal in a year.

Achieve carbon neutrality for factory electricity by 2030.
Complete ISO 14001 certification for all factories by 2025.
Spanish plants: San Sebastián factory LEED Platinum and 100% renewable energy; Vigo plant solar panels reducing electricity use ~30%, cutting ~44 metric tons CO₂/year.
Science‑Based Targets initiative–approved goals: reduce absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions 55% by 2033 (2021 base year); reduce Scope 3 emissions 33% by 2033.

Inclusion & Diversity

34% Women Executives

Women in Leadership

34 percent of the company’s executives identify as women, reflecting gender diversity at the executive level.

26% Diverse Executives

Ethnic/Racial Diversity

26 percent of U.S.-based executives are ethnically or racially diverse, contributing to broader representation.

56% Diverse Board

Diverse Representation

Over half of the Board members are women, ethnically diverse, or both.

100% Gender Parity

Gender Parity Target

Aiming for equal gender representation in executive ranks by 2030.

Employee Resource Groups support colleagues in field operations, Black/African American communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and others.
A six-point framework guides initiatives in anti-racism, bias education, STEM pipeline development, mental health support, and social justice.

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