Diversity & Inclusion at MTC
At MTC, inclusion isn’t just a principle, it’s a commitment. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success. Our goal is to create a world-class environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
Graham Hoare, Chief Executive Officer - MTC
Creating an inclusive future
At MTC, we recognise that innovation flourishes when diverse perspectives come together. Our commitment to inclusion is embedded in every decision we make. From how we recruit and develop talent to how we celebrate achievements. We are building a workplace where differences are embraced, voices are heard, and opportunities are accessible to all.
What matters to us
People are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is built on fairness, respect, and wellbeing, ensuring that every colleague feels supported and empowered. Inclusion is not a one-off initiative. It’s a mindset that shapes our everyday actions.
Our approach goes beyond compliance. It’s about creating a sense of belonging where everyone feels they can bring their whole selves to work.
We believe that:
- Fairness means equal access to opportunities and resources
- Wellbeing means creating an environment where people can thrive personally and professionally
- Respect means valuing every individual’s unique contribution
Our focus areas
Employee-led networks
Our employee-led networks, such as Women at MTC, ED&I Champions, and various cultural affinity groups, play a vital role in fostering an inclusive workplace. These networks provide safe and supportive spaces where colleagues can connect, share experiences, and advocate for positive change. They serve as a platform for open dialogue, helping us identify opportunities to improve policies and practices that reflect the diverse needs of our workforce. By empowering employees to lead these initiatives, we create a sense of belonging and community that strengthens collaboration and drives innovation across the organisation.
Celebrating success
We believe that diversity should not only be acknowledged but actively celebrated. That’s why we make it a priority to recognise achievements and cultural milestones throughout the year. From International Women’s Day and Pride Month to heritage celebrations and awareness campaigns, we ensure that these moments are visible and meaningful across our organisation. Through events, storytelling, and internal communications, we highlight the contributions of our people and the richness of their backgrounds. This commitment reinforces our values and demonstrates that inclusion is at the heart of everything we do.
Young people & outreach
We’re passionate about inspiring the next generation of innovators. Through STEM outreach, school partnerships, and apprenticeship programmes, we create pathways for young people from all backgrounds to explore careers in advanced manufacturing.
Our outreach initiatives aim to:
- Break down barriers to entry.
- Encourage underrepresented groups to pursue STEM careers.
- Build a diverse talent pipeline for the future.
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Women in Manufacturing: Why our differences are our greatest strength
Career opportunities & pathways
We are committed to creating equal opportunities and transparent career progression for all. Whether you’re starting your career or looking to grow, MTC offers:
Apprenticeships and Graduate Programmes
Professional Development Initiatives
Inclusive Recruitment Practices
Achieving success together
These milestones reflect our belief that success is not just about what we achieve, but how we achieve it—recognising that inclusion is a shared journey, and celebrating the moments that bring us closer to our vision.
Dr. Priyanka Ghosh Named in Top 50 Women in Engineering 2025
Dr. Priyanka Ghosh, an Advanced Research Engineer in our Laser Processing team, has been recognised in the prestigious Top 50 Women in Engineering 2025 awards. Organised by the Women’s Engineering Society UK, this year’s theme, Together We Engineer, celebrates women who are breaking new ground and driving meaningful change across the engineering sector.
Science museum exhibit features MTC apprentices
Two MTC Training apprentices are featuring in a permanent exhibit at London's Science Museum. The exhibit aims to promote STEM (science, technology and mathematics) subjects to youngsters.
MTC honoured with Silver Award from the Ministry of Defence
The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) has been awarded a Silver Award through the Ministry of Defence’s Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS). The Silver Award recognises the organisation’s commitment to supporting both the defence sector and the armed forces community, aligning its values with the Armed Forces Covenant.
Combining wisdom and youth is key to solving manufacturing skills crisis, new study finds
New research from MTC has revealed the huge untapped potential of generational diversity in tackling the sector’s 47,000-person skills gap - but employers are missing the opportunity to harness cross-generation learning to support business and economic growth.