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Community

We reach out to support the communities in which we operate, with a particular emphasis on indigenous initiatives and employment. Our people are encouraged to give back by way of volunteer work and participation in charitable events.

Diversity

VDM recognises the contribution of all people to the success of the company. Our commitment to diversity ensures we capitalise on and value the unique nature of all of our people in everything we do.

We have a strong focus on increasing the participation of women in the workforce, in particular on our project sites. We also support Indigenous work readiness and employment programs to provide opportunities for career development and meaningful work.

We are a proud equal opportunity employer we do not tolerate any forms of discrimination in our workplace. The concept of treating people on their merits is embedded in our processes and policies to provide a work environment that is supportive and encouraging.

HSE Management Programs

VDM has a mature HSE Management framework which supports each Division.
 
The HSE system meets the requirements of;
 
 
1. AS/NZS 4801: 2001 Occupational Health and Safety Management systems
2. OHSAS: 18001 Occupational Health and Safety Management systems
 
Though experience, VDM understands our customers, their HSE expectations and risks enabling VDM to implement fit for purpose HSE management practices.
 
VDM has Risk Management as the core of the HSE Management System. Risks are identified and appropriate controls are implemented, and periodic reviews for effectiveness of the controls are conducted.  Statuary requirements and industry conventions are also included. For example the statuary requirement for High Risk and other Licences, and the industry convention of Verification of Competency, of the operators holding these licences. 
The VDM HSE system ensures the correct type and amount of control is in place to ensure that employees, customers, the community or the environment are not put at risk. 
 

Health, Safety & Environment

VDM values the health and safety of our people and is committed to preventing environmental incidents across all areas of our business.

The standards of performance and management of HSE risks are delivered through:

  • Commitment and active participation in HSE management by VDM executive and senior leaders.
  • HSE Management framework.
  • Application of engineering safety principles including development of designs and materials to eliminate and reduce workforce exposures.
  • Engagement of VDM personnel in risk management practices.
  • Training and education programs.
  • Applying Sustainability practices to support customer needs.
  • Comprehensive HSE governance programs.

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Our People

The strength of our capability to deliver quality projects and engineering solutions is our people. Their enthusiasm and ingenuity help us maintain our position as a leader in engineering and construction. VDM is committed to developing teams who work collaboratively to provide integrated solutions for our clients.

Our culture is one of delivering on our promises, providing innovative and cost effective solutions for our clients and having interesting work for our people. We pride ourselves on working safely in construction and focusing on safety in design.

We embrace diversity amongst our people, and we understand the value of community outreach.

VDM recognises the importance of retaining our talented people. To demonstrate our commitment to our people, we continue to provide opportunities for everyone to be successful and inspired in a growth environment.

Our people are the very resource underpinning our growth and success.

Visit the Careers section of our website to find out more about working at VDM.

Sustainability

In an economy that values environmental sustainability and sensitivity, it makes sense to take a triple bottom line approach to business in order to minimise the impacts to the environment, society and community, whilst delivering strong economic benefits across all VDM’s divisions.

VDM’s commitment to embed sustainability across all business sectors is in line with the 2015 changes to the International Standards;
 
1. ISO 14001: 2015 Environmental Management Systems,
2. ISO 9001: 2015 Quality Management Systems.
 
Using the Continual Improvement model, VDM uses these systems to drive change in the Business direction, planning and implementation. Constantly reviewing the market for improved sustainable products and methodologies of construction and product Supply. 
VDM influences suppliers by requiring sustainability programs in manufacture and in the supply chain.
 
VDM engages all employees in sustainability programs.
 
Quality and Quality control is embed across all business sectors and is in line with the 2015 changes to ISO 9001: 2015 Quality Management Systems. This is includes the additions to the standard of “context of the organisation” and “risk based approach”. 
 
VDM has adapted to the change in the market with the decline of Resources Construction, by maintaining it Construction division and adding Mining division. 
By embedding Quality in both divisions VDM is able to provide better products and services, continually improve and satisfy customers.
 
 

Corporate Governance

The Board and Management of VDM Group support the implementation of the core principals of good corporate governance and related best practice recommendations issued by the ASX Corporate Governance Council.

  Name File Size
28/05/2025 FY24 Appendix 4G and Corporate Governance Statement (423kb)
31/10/2023 Appendix 4G and Corporate Governance Statement  (786kb)
25/01/2022 Constitution of VDM Group  (861kb)
01/11/2022 Appendix 4G and Corporate Governance Statement (539kb)
04/11/2021 Appendix 4G and Corporate Governance Statement  (400kb)
17/01/2020 Whistle Blower Policy  (300kb)
30/09/2020 Appendix 4G & 2020 Corporate Governance Statement  (332kb)
30/08/2019 Appendix 4G & 2019 Corporate Governance Statement  (666kb)
20/11/2018 Appendix 4G & Corporate Governance Statement  (767kb)
22/09/2017 Corporate Governance Statement 2017 (939 kb)
26/10/2016 Market Disclosure Policy  (75 kb)
26/10/2016 Nominations and Remuneration Committee Charter  (47 kb)
26/10/2016 Guidelines for Operation of BOD (48 kb)
26/10/2016 Communications Policy  (41 kb)
26/10/2016 Code of Conduct  (59 kb)
26/10/2016 Board Charter (58 kb)
26/10/2016 Guidelines for the Appointment and Selection of Directors (44 kb)
26/10/2016 Diversity Policy  (35 kb)
26/10/2016 Risk Management Policy  (292 kb)
26/10/2016 Audit and Risk Committee Charter  (53 kb)
24/08/2012 Equal Employment Opportunity Policy (32.02 kb)
24/11/2011 Constitution of VDM Group Limited (455.30 kb)
26/08/2010 Whistleblower Protection Policy (32.76 kb)
26/08/2010 Securities Trading Policy (46.18 kb)

 

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About us

VDM is an operationally diverse company operating in a range of sectors across the globe. VDM is named for Van der Meer, the surname of the company’s founder, who established the original business in 1978.

The company grew steadily before a period of rapid expansion beginning in 2004, during which time VDM acquired two Western Australian construction companies. These were the first of a number of strategic acquisitions designed to enhance the company’s capabilities in order to meet the needs of the rapidly expanding mining, oil and gas industries. In 2006 VDM Group listed on the Australian Stock Exchange, enabling the injection of additional capital towards company expansion. VDM acquired several WA and Queensland-based engineering consultancies, bolstering the company’s presence in key resources markets.

Since day one, VDM has focused on outstanding technical integrity and efficient problem solving. Strong organic growth and complementary acquisitions helped the company develop into a preferred supplier for the resources and urban development sectors. Our business experience includes structural steel construction, design, and construction of mine accommodation and non-process infrastructure, earthworks and civil infrastructure, road building and urban development projects.

Today, VDM is organised within the three business divisions of VDM Mining, VDM Construction,  VDM Trading. It is our central focus to deliver the most innovative and world class quality solutions for our customers by bringing together the best of Australian and Chinese technology and practices.

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