Equal Opportunities & Diversity
Our Objectives
We will foster a working environment in which all employees are treated with courtesy, dignity and respect. No form of intimidation, bullying and harassment will be tolerated. We shall continually strive to eliminate all bias and unlawful discrimination in relation to job applicants, employees, business partners and members of the public (future reference will be 'all parties').
We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.
It is the company's intention that all employees should have an equal chance of advancement, access to opportunities, training and necessary to that end, irrespective of the employee's:
- sex
- race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin
- disability
- sexual orientation
- religion or belief
- age
It is the company's policy to employ and provide a suitable environment for people with disabilities. All reasonable facilities will be provided for employees with disabilities to pursue their careers without difficulty or disadvantage.
Principles
It is unacceptable for all parties to be discriminated against, either directly or indirectly, on such grounds as listed above and marital status, pregnancy, disability, political beliefs, responsibility for children or dependants, trade union membership and irrelevant criminal convictions.
The company will take breaches of this policy very seriously, Any such incidents will be dealt with under the Company's disciplinary procedure and in severe cases may result in dismissal.
It is the responsibility of every Manager to ensure that the terms of the policy are observed. Selection for employment, promotion and transfer or any benefit will be on the basis of aptitude and ability.
All employees will be helped and encouraged to develop their full potential and the talents and resources of the workforce will be fully utilised to maximise the efficiency of the organisation.
