OUR RESPONSIBILITIES
THE CODE
A MESSAGE FROM OUR GROUP CEO
PUTTING THE CODE INTO PRACTICE
RECORD KEEPING
COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS AND THE CODE
OUR RESPONSIBILITIES
TO EACH OTHER
GK supports the fair treatment of all people – our team members, customers, business partners and those in the communities we serve. At GK everyone is treated equally, with dignity, compassion, and respect. We reject all forms of discrimination and cultivate a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace for our team.
We are committed to the health and well-being of our team members. When team members can fulfil their personal needs and responsibilities such as family commitments, educational pursuits, volunteerism, and wellness activities, they are productive at work and execute their job functions effectively. This creates a positive work environment and mutually beneficial working relationships. GraceKennedy supports our team members’ quality of life by:
- Promoting efficiency in our business operations to improve workload and productivity management
- Providing wellness programmes and benefits
- Offering flexible working arrangements to enhance work-life balance
- Encouraging employees to disconnect from work-related activities outside of working hours
- Team members, including our leaders, also show mutual respect for each other’s personal time and needs, while balancing the responsibilities we have to our Company.
TO OUR CUSTOMERS
- Doing the right thing, the first time, and every time
- Being responsive to their needs and concerns
- Delivering on our promises
- Never taking their loyalty for granted
- Being polite and respectful
TO OUR COMPANY
- Demonstrate professional behaviour and take pride in our work
- Perform our duties diligently
- Act in the best interest of our Company
- Avoid situations which may harm our Company’s image or reputation
- Are confidential in our treatment of sensitive information and only share it when permitted
- Are trustworthy
- Treat others with respect
- Work together in the spirit of cooperation
TO THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE
We actively participate in initiatives that protect our natural environment, combat climate change, and promote sustainability. We encourage volunteerism amongst our team as we play our part in creating a better global society. We contribute to nation building by supporting education and sports development.
As a good corporate citizen, GraceKennedy recognises that our responsibility must extend beyond charitable acts, and towards creating meaningful change within the communities we serve and countries where we operate around the world. We do this by fostering a solid framework of ESG across our Group which underpins this commitment to advancing the well-being of people and our planet.
TO LEAD
GK guarantees equal opportunity in employment, and we recruit, develop, and retain team members based on their merit, ability, and performance. We are committed to helping our team grow and develop their skills and reward and recognize good performance and behaviour.
All managers and supervisors have a responsibility to demonstrate care for their team and provide them with good leadership and the right tools for success.
As leaders we:
- Guide and show our team how their contribution impacts the achievement of our vision
- Facilitate career conversations to help our team reach their full potential
- Actively communicate with our team, practice active listening, and provide and seek feedback
- Provide our team members with opportunities to grow and develop their abilities
- Understand what motivates our team, and reward and recognize them in ways that they appreciate
As team members, we are the leaders of our own careers. Our development is our responsibility, and we must take steps to ensure that we have a fulfilling professional life.
As GK team members we:
- Initiate growth conversations with our supervisors
- Request feedback from peers and supervisors
- Explore career development opportunities and make time for formal training
