Indigenous Affairs
At NRW we respect the importance of Indigenous Australian culture and value its diversity. We have successfully employed and supported Indigenous people within our Civil and Mining operations since the forming of the company in 1994.
Increasing Indigenous representation in employment and reducing the overall level of disadvantage among Indigenous Australians is an integral part of the NRW agenda.
Our Indigenous Employment & Training Policy aims, among other things, to increase levels of Indigenous employment, and to assist the increase of social equity by improving Indigenous people’s income levels and employment opportunities. Improving employment outcomes for Indigenous job seekers is a key element in providing economic independence, which will address the long-term disadvantage experienced by Indigenous Australians.
Employment
NRW has a critical role to play in supporting this process. NRW recognises Indigenous employment across each of its operations will assist with the economic independence of Indigenous people.
How:
Direct employment opportunities are offered for experienced persons across NRW operations.
Pre Employment training programs to assist non experienced people at entry level employment opportunities
Affiliation with Job network and employment businesses
Affiliation with major companies and businesses.
Monthly reports developed and distributed to all sites and external client.
Retention
Like other new employees, Indigenous employees will not necessarily be familiar with the workplace practices and culture of NRW Holdings Limited. Give people time to settle in and see how things are done. The human factor is often the key to retaining Indigenous employees and helping them to make their contribution to your business. Building a good working relationship and having a two-way communication is vital to the retention of any employee. NRW Holdings Limited shall ensure strategies are in place to assist both management and employees.
How:
All NRW employees and sub contractors shall participate in the cultural awareness training;
Indigenous unit supports and advices operations and direct communication with all indigenous employees;
Regular site visits by the Indigenous unit;
Site based mentors to provide on-site support;
NRW EAP (Employee Assistance program) available to all employees;
Wide networking link with other companies and community members;
Career development opportunities;
Open door policy for all employees and family members.
Community and Economic Development
NRW supports local Indigenous contracting companies. Indigenous contracting companies are encouraged to express interest in supplying services and plant to NRW. NRW encourage Aboriginal businesses to engage in works with NRW through numerous processes, such as through clients, directly inviting businesses to be involved in projects and through business contacts.
NRW currently support seven Indigenous sub contractors within its operations who supply labour and plant hire. NRW understands the importance of developing relationships and supporting regional communities in which we work.
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