As an equal opportunity employer we operate under a policy supported by a compliance framework that formalises non-discrimination against race, sex, creeds or economic status. Our responsibility to direct and indirect employees is in the spirit of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) which promotes a minimum wage and workplace dignity. We have yet to be a signatory to the UN Global Compact or SA8000, although our human-resources policies and practices generally align with the declarations on child labour, discrimination, harassment, freedom of association, and the right to collective bargaining. Our policy on HIV/AIDS stipulates that the Corporation does not discriminate against infected employees and will continue to provide employment until their health impedes their ability to perform adequately.
We monitor our employment practices on a regular basis to ensure compliance to our internal practices, local regulations and international conventions. No prosecutions for violation of labour laws were incurred during 2006. Additionally, as a result of our efforts for best practice with site contractors and project partners, no labour related prosecutions were incurred during 2006.
In 2006 we implemented a strategic change in how we recruit and grow our work force, in particular our future leaders. Individualism is the key driving factor behind the change. Under the People Development Department, the Leadership Pipeline was established, with the Graduate Trainee Recruitment Scheme, Personal Development and Accelerated Development programmes revamped to meet better the future demands of management. The goal is to create a pool of talent rather than focus on job-specific training.
Training forms a substantial part of our strategy to support staff in achieving their career aspirations. We mobilise substantial resources to provide effective mechanisms for training that ensures a multi-skilled workforce, succession of our next generation of leaders and the fostering of the learning culture across the Corporation. In addition to technical skills training, management courses, on-line education and training for redeployment, we sponsor eligible employees to undertake tertiary degrees and attend relevant overseas courses.
