Equality & Diversity Policy

1. Overview

Diversity at PSI TUNNELS & SHAFTS LIMITED is expressed through management's commitment to equality and the treatment of all individuals with respect.

PSI TUNNELS & SHAFTS LIMITED is committed to developing a rich culture, a diverse workforce and a healthy work environment in which every employee is treated fairly, is respected and have the opportunity to contribute to the success of the company, while having the opportunity to achieve their full potential as individuals.

Diversity at PSI TUNNELS & SHAFTS LIMITED refers to all the characteristics that make individuals different from each other. It includes characteristics or factors such as religion, race, ethnic origin, language, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other potential factor of difference.

PSI TUNNELS & SHAFTS LIMITED understands that the wide range of experiences and perspectives resulting from such diversity promotes innovation and business success. Diversity management makes us creative, productive, responsive, competitive and creates value for our shareholders.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all current employees of PSI TUNNELS & SHAFTS LIMITED, including full-time and part-time, contractual, permanent and temporary employees and applies to job applicants.

3. Commitment from PSi Tunnels & Shafts Limited

We are opposed to all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination. All employees, no matter whether they are part-time, full-time or temporary, will be treated fairly and with respect. When PSI TUNNELS & SHAFTS LIMITED selects candidates for employment, promotion, training or any other benefit, it will be based on their aptitude and ability.

We are opposed to any form of illegal and unfair discrimination. All employees, whether part-time, full-time or temporary, will be treated fairly and with respect.

When PSI TUNNELS &SHAFTS LIMITED will select candidates for employment, promotion, training or any other benefit, it will be based on their skills, abilities and merit.

PSI TUNNELS & SHAFTS LIMITED is committed to:

  • Create an environment in which the individual differences and contributions of all team members are recognized and valued.
  • Create a working environment that promotes dignity and respect for every employee.
  • Attract and retain a skilled and diverse workforce that best represents the talent available in the communities in which our assets are located and our employees reside
  • Ensure appropriate selection criteria based on diverse skills, experience and perspectives is used when hiring new staff, including Board members. Job specifications, advertisements, application forms and contracts will not contain any direct or inferred discrimination.
  • Ensure that applicants and employees of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply for and have fair opportunity to be considered for all available roles.
  • Provide, to the greatest extent possible, universal access to safe, inclusive and accessible premises that allow everyone to participate and work to their full potential.
  • Comply with equal opportunity and anti-discrimination legislation
  • Not tolerate any form of intimidation, bullying, victimization, vilification or harassment and to take disciplinary action against those who violate this policy.
  • Provide training, development and advancement opportunities for all staff based on merit.
  • Ensure each gender represents at least 10% of the management team.
  • Encourage anyone who feels they have been discriminated against to express their concerns so that we can take corrective action.
  • Encourage employees to treat everyone with dignity and respect.
  • Regularly review all our employment practices and procedures so that fairness is always maintained.
  • Ensure to the greatest possible that all panels that PSI TUNNELS & SHAFTS LIMITED organize or participates on include representation of each gender.
  • Set measurable objectives for gender diversity which will be monitored and reviewed against the effectiveness of this policy and associated procedures.
  • Monitor and report annually on diversity and inclusion performance commitments.

PSI TUNNELS & SHAFTS LIMITED will inform all employees that an equality and diversity policy is in operation and that they are obligated to comply with its requirements and promote fairness in the workplace.

PSI TUNNELS & SHAFTS LIMITED equality and diversity policy is fully supported by senior management and its Board of Directors. Our policy will be monitored and reviewed annually to ensure equality and diversity are continually promoted in the workplace.

4. Employee Responsibilities

  • All employees of PSI TUNNELS & SHAFTS LIMITED have a responsibility to always treat others with dignity and respect.
  • All employees are expected to exhibit conduct that reflects inclusion during work, at work functions on or off the work site, and at all other company-sponsored and participative events.
  • All employees are also required to attend and complete annual diversity awareness training to enhance their knowledge to fulfil this responsibility.