PHILOSOPHY
As part of its renewal strategy, GL Specialized Inks (Pty) Ltd hereby declares its intention to give effect to the objectives of employment equity. The purpose of this policy is to achieve equity in the workplace and in so doing to foster a productive and fair work environment. The implementation of this policy requires application of the following principles, objectives and related management practices:
Absence of all forms of unfair discrimination
This policy demands the complete removal of all forms of unfair discrimination and a commitment to actions which will result in a work environment in which opportunity, treatment and expectations are based on practices which do not relate to race, religion, gender or any other unfair discriminatory ground. Specific objectives are:
To eliminate all forms of unfair discrimination, either direct or indirect, in conditions of service and employment practices ; Where differentiation does occur, this may be related only to factors which are inherent to the requirements of the job and/or the market practices for the job concerned.
Affirmative action
This requires the implementation of measures to address the skew representation of historically disadvantaged groups in the composition of the workforce as well as measures to accelerate the employment, training and promotion of employees from these groups. Affirmative action is not an end in itself but a process whereby individuals are given the opportunity to attain equity.
Equal opportunities
The removal of unfair discriminatory practices and the implementation of affirmative action measures will foster an environment which is conducive to creating equal access to job opportunities, thereby enabling employees to develop their full potential according to the operational requirements of the business. A specific objective is to establish fair and equitable employment practices and to ensure equal job opportunities and conditions of service for all employees and applicants.
Valuing Diversity
This requires the development of an organisational culture which encourages understanding and appreciation of the diversity in background of all employees. The objective is to develop a relationship of trust, co-operation and confidence amongst employees.
Applicability
This policy, as a product of a consultative process, is applicable to and binding on all employees.
Responsibilities
The directors and senior management commit themselves to the successful implementation of the employment equity policy.
Management is accountable for the operational implementation of this policy through the applicable management practices to ensure a culture of diversity supportive of the company's strategies.
In order to continuously facilitate and monitor the employment equity process and to provide an appropriate mechanism for feedback on the progress made, we ask all employees to discuss queries and suggestions with senior management, who in turn have direct access to the Managing Director regarding employment equity matters.
Within the framework of this policy employees should also take responsibility for their own development in contributing positively to a company culture with shared values.
Rights
Rights of employees
As a general policy, GL Specialized Inks (Pty) Ltd undertakes to refrain (as far as is operationally possible) from prejudicing the job security of those who are effective in their jobs on the grounds of the implementation of this policy.
The benefits and practices which arise from this policy or any related programme must not be construed as a right of any person or group.
Rights of employer
The rights of the employer must be maintained. These, amongst others, include the right to:
Supply job opportunities and make appointments in accordance with the operational needs of the company without negating the principles in this document; demand sufficient production output according to job requirements; manage the company to ensure that its business philosophy, purpose and objectives are enhanced, without deviating from the principles in this policy; ensure that the existing skills base of employees is not eroded.
