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Mental Health & Wellbeing Support – Building a Better Future Together
Within Amiri, we believe that building strong structures starts with supporting strong people.
As mental health continues to be one of the most pressing issues in the UK construction sector, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, heard and supported both on and off site.
Why Mental Health Matters in Construction – Stats
The construction industry remains one of the hardest-hit sectors for mental health challenges. Despite accounting for just 5% of the UK workforce, it represents approximately 15% of workplace suicides.
Recent data shows that:
- 28% of construction workers have experienced suicidal thoughts in the past year.
- 83–94% report stress, anxiety, depression, or fatigue, with over 60% experiencing depression.
- Nearly 1 in 2 workers have worked in unsafe conditions due to mental distress.
- 22% have had an accident or injury linked to poor mental health.
- The industry loses over 5 million working days yearly due to mental health issues, costing £1.2 billion.
These figures show an urgent need for change and we’re taking action.
Our Commitment to Mental Wellbeing
We’re proud to be part of the solution. Amiri offers practical support services.
Mental Health First Aid
Every site is supported by trained Mental Health First Aiders. We also encourage open dialogue and early intervention through regular check-ins with managers and team leaders.
Confidential Support Services
Our staff have access to Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs), counselling services, and mental health charities including Mates in Mind and The Lighthouse Charity, as well as having a dedicated email account straight to our Mental Health First Aiders.
Wellbeing Culture & Training
We deliver regular toolbox talks, workshops, and resilience training that focus on managing stress, fatigue, and the unique pressures of the construction environment.
Peer Support & Awareness
We actively participate in Mental Health Awareness campaigns and foster a supportive workplace culture where no one feels alone.
Safety Through Wellbeing
Mental health is integrated into our safety planning.
Continuous Improvement
We evaluate wellbeing initiatives using feedback, absence data, and site audits, refining our approach to ensure real impact.
Let’s Build a
Healthier Industry
Supporting mental health isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s essential to safety, productivity, and quality. When our people feel well, they work well. That’s why wellbeing is central to everything we do.
Whether you’re a tradesperson, site manager, or apprentice, you’ll find support, understanding, and respect at every level of our organisation. Mental health is everyone’s business and together, we’re breaking the silence in construction.
Amiri is proud to support The Lighthouse Charity.
This organisation is the only charity dedicated to providing emotional, physical and financial wellbeing support to the construction community and their families across the UK and Ireland.
At Amiri, we recognise the importance of supporting the people within our industry. The services offered by The Lighthouse, including the 24/7 Helpline, live chat, the HARDHAT text service and the Self Support App, provide essential, practical help when it is needed most.
Free 24/7 Helpline
The Lighthouse runs a 24/7 helpline offering free, confidential support and advice on a wide range of wellbeing concerns. Their experienced advisors are here to listen and can help connect you with further support if needed.
0345 605 1956 (UK)
1800 939 122 (ROI)
Free Text HARDHAT Service
The Lighthouse offers a text-based service called HARDHAT, designed for people who feel uncomfortable speaking on the phone or who find it difficult to find a private place or time to talk.
Text HARDHAT to 85258 (UK)
Text HARDHAT to 50808 (ROI)
Free Self Support App
The Lighthouse’s free self-support app is a comprehensive self-help tool, putting support right in the palm of your hand. Each section offers guidance on a wide range of conditions and concerns, along with self-assessment tools, coping strategies, and signposting to expert advice and support.
The Lighthouse Charity, Pillars of Support
EMOTIONAL WELLBEING
- Mental Health
- Relationships
- Loneliness
- Trauma Support
- Bullying
- Loss & Bereavement
- Suicidal Thoughts
PHYSICAL WELLBEING
- Illness
- Injuries
- Addiction
- Sleep
- Diet & Nutrition
- Exercise
- Hormone Support
FINANCIAL WELLBEING
- Financial Support
- Benefit Entitlement
- Budgeting
- Debt Management
- Tax & CIS
- Legal Advice
- Training & CSCS Fees