Marvin OnumonuAmey has appointed Caprice Roberts as rehabilitation lead, aiming to boost employment for prison leavers across its operations and supply chain.
Roberts will work with local communities, third sector organisations, the public sector and private partners to support efforts to reduce reoffending in line with the Ministry of Justice.
A main focus for Roberts will be leading new initiatives to bring more people from disadvantaged backgrounds into Amey’s workforce in 2025.
These programmes will offer support for individuals with convictions, both in prison and after release.
Roberts has frontline experience as a prison officer and through her work with organisations including Beam and Inside Job.
This has given her direct knowledge of the justice system and barriers faced by prison leavers.
Roberts said: “I am thrilled to be joining Amey in this pivotal role and eager to hit the ground running. Reducing reoffending is a challenge I’m ready to tackle head-on.
“Once a person has served their sentence, they should not face a lifetime of barriers, and with reoffending accounting for 80 per cent of crime, the time to act is now. Amey recognises that those in positions of influence have a vital role in rebuilding lives and strengthening communities by creating real chances for change.
“We are committed to leading the way by opening up sustainable paths into employment for prison leavers, and hopefully inspiring other businesses to follow suit.”
Emily Davies, ESG director at Amey, said: “We are really pleased to have Caprice join our team. Her experience and passion for rehabilitation bring real strength to our social value work.
“Enhancing the wellbeing of people and communities is a key focus for Amey.
“Her appointment will ensure that our collective efforts continue to facilitate positive outcomes for prison leavers and wider society, as part of our delivery of sustainable infrastructure.”
