A background in finance, OH&S and hospital management gives Rob Jones an edge in assessing any business where safety is a high priority.
“I saw the potential and relevance of the safety industry back then,” Rob remembers.
In 2004, Rob and Liz Jones opened Shepparton Workwear and Safety, knowing their experience would help local businesses in various ways.
Rob, Liz and seven experienced staff, including daughter Leanne, offer any business a customised Work Safety Assessment, ensuring the correct products relating to the business are acquired.
A strong online presence also gives businesses, Australia-wide, advice regarding work safety products, as they are no longer geographically isolated.
“We carry a massive range of stock, so as to enable clients to walk out of our shop with the products they need,” states owner Rob Jones.
With over 2,000 pairs of boots, including Steel Blue, Mongrel, Oliver & Blundstone, Shepparton Workwear and Safety has, overall, the largest range of work safety products in Shepparton.
Bizcare Scrubs, for the healthcare industry, are also stocked.
“We have the knowledge to assess a businesses safety needs, to improve their workers’ ability to meet standards within their industry,” Rob confirms.
The business has two digital printers and three embroidery machines on site, offering time saving for customers.
“Embroidery & Digital printing are integral to customer business, due to offering them tax deductions,” owner Rob advises.
“We are a One Stop Shop for all safety equipment, workwear and promotional embroidery and garment printing.”
Now a third Jones generation is showing an interest in workplace safety, by utilising elements of the family business in home schooling.
The old adage “start them young” may give the younger Jones generation a business education advantage, plus contribute to the future sustainability of Shepparton Workwear and Safety.
