Hendy Group Eastleigh branch adds four to '25 Year Club'

In an event held in Brighton commemorating its 165th anniversary, 18 personnel were added to the group, bringing the overall members to 155, which is about 9.4 per cent of the entire workforce consisting of 1,648 employees.

The new members include Graham Biggerstaff and Alan Rawe, both customer service specialists, John Barnes, a finance business partner, and Marie Bennett, senior credit controller.

The new members include Graham Biggerstaff, Alan Rawe, John Barnes, and Marie Bennett (Image: Supplied)

Long-serving employees at Hendy contribute to a collective service time exceeding 5,166 years.

The club includes employees from over 40 locations throughout the south of England, working in a range of roles from customer service to management.

The event, held at the Brighton Hilton Metropole, featured an awards ceremony and dinner to celebrate the long-serving employees.

Paul Hendy, the chief executive of Hendy Group, presented a carriage clock to the 18 new members of the club.

During the day, new and long-standing members and their families enjoyed activities including an exclusive baking lesson from celebrity chef and Hendy Group Ambassador Rosemary Shrager, a round of crazy golf on Brighton Beach, and walking tours exploring Brighton’s history.

Paul Hendy presented a carriage clock to the 18 new members of the club. (Image: Supplied)

John Barnes, the longest-serving Hendy employee, was hired 56 years ago as an apprentice technician and is still a technician with the company today.

Rooted in recognising performance and creating a positive working environment, the Hendy Group seeks to remain a desired workplace for its employees and to offer remarkable opportunities for personal growth.

Speaking on the day, Mr Hendy said: "This club holds a special place in my heart. These colleagues have poured years of effort into our Group’s success, and it is truly a privilege to treat them and their loved ones to a memorable day out."