Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how JDT Utilities Ltd (“we,” “us,” or “our”), a company specialising in construction and utilities gas mains replacement, collects, uses, and protects your personal data. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with all applicable data protection laws. This policy applies to information collected through our website [https://jdtutilities.com], email communications, contact forms, job applications, and other interactions with us, including enquiries from customers, subcontractors, and job seekers.

2. Who We Are

Our website address is: https://jdtutilities.com.

3. Data Collection and Purposes

We collect personal data for the following purposes:

  • Customer Enquiries & Project Management:
    • When you contact us regarding gas mains replacement or other utilities projects, we collect your name, contact information (address, email, phone number), and project-related details.
    • Purpose: To respond to enquiries, provide project estimates, manage projects, and maintain communication.
  • Subcontractor Management:
    • We collect contact information, qualifications, certifications, and safety records of subcontractors.
    • Purpose: To manage subcontractor relationships, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and facilitate project execution.
  • Job Applications:
    • We collect your name, contact information, resume/CV, cover letter, and any relevant qualifications or certifications.
    • Purpose: To evaluate job applications and facilitate recruitment.
  • Safety and Compliance:
    • We may collect data related to site access, safety incidents, and compliance with industry regulations.
    • Purpose: To ensure safety on project sites and meet regulatory obligations.
  • Website Comments:
    • When visitors leave comments, we collect data shown in the comments form, IP address, and browser user agent string for spam detection.
    • Anonymised hash from your email may be provided to Gravatar service.
    • Purpose: To enable website interaction and spam prevention.
  • Media:
    • Avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS).
    • Purpose: To protect visitor privacy.
  • Contact Forms:
    • We collect data provided in contact forms (name, email, message).
    • Purpose: To respond to enquiries.
  • Cookies:
    • We use cookies for website functionality (comment cookies, session cookies, login cookies).
    • Purpose: To enhance user experience.
  • Embedded Content:
    • Embedded content may collect data and use cookies.
    • Purpose: To provide website content.

4. Data Sharing

We may share your data with:

  • Subcontractors and suppliers involved in project execution.
  • Regulatory bodies and safety organisations.
  • Service providers for website hosting and data analysis.
  • Third-party job boards.
  • When legally required.
  • Spam detection services.

5. Data Retention

  • Comments and metadata are retained indefinitely.
  • User profile information is stored for registered users.
  • Job application data is retained as needed for recruitment and legal compliance.
  • Project-related data is retained for project management, legal, and regulatory purposes.
  • Safety data is retained as required by law.

6. Your Rights

You have the rights to:

  • Access your data.
  • Rectify inaccurate data.
  • Erase your data (subject to legal obligations).
  • Restrict data processing.
  • Data portability.
  • Object to data processing.
  • To exercise these rights, contact us at enquiries@jdtutilities.com.

7. Data Security

We implement security measures to protect your data.

8. Data Transfers

Data may be transferred outside your jurisdiction, with appropriate safeguards.

9. Contact Information

Contact us at:

  • Email: enquiries@jdtutilities.com

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy. Changes will be posted on our website.

11. Automated Decision-Making and Profiling

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling.

12. Third-Party Data Sources

We may receive data from job boards and subcontractor databases.

13. Industry Regulatory Disclosure Requirements

  • We adhere to all relevant health and safety regulations, including those related to gas mains replacement.
  • We maintain records of safety incidents and compliance with industry standards.
  • We comply with all relevant data protection laws.

Version Update- February, 2025.