Diversity and Inclusion Policy

The purpose of this policy is to promote a workplace culture that values diversity, inclusion, fairness and respect across all areas of Aushires Rentals.

Aushires Rentals recognises that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens the business by encouraging different perspectives, improving collaboration, supporting innovation and creating a respectful working environment.

This policy applies to all employees, contractors and labour hire personnel, managers and supervisors, job applicants, visitors and representatives of the business. It applies across all work-related activities including recruitment and hiring, training and development, promotions and opportunities, workplace interactions, site operations, meetings and events, and customer and supplier interactions.

All individuals are expected to be treated fairly and with dignity regardless of their background, identity or personal characteristics.

Employment-related decisions including recruitment, training, promotion, performance management, remuneration and access to opportunities will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, performance and operational requirements, and not on unlawful discriminatory factors.

Aushires Rentals does not tolerate unlawful discrimination or harassment on the basis of attributes protected under Australian law, including race, sex or gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital or family status, nationality or ethnicity. All complaints will be treated seriously and managed in accordance with company policies.

Aushires Rentals encourages open communication, collaboration across teams, respect for different perspectives and experiences, and fair participation in workplace opportunities. Managers and supervisors are expected to promote inclusive practices within their teams.

Aushires Rentals will seek to ensure recruitment and employment practices are fair, consistent, merit-based and free from unlawful bias. Employment decisions will be made in accordance with operational requirements and business needs.

Employees who experience or witness inappropriate conduct are encouraged to report the matter to their Supervisor or Manager, or the Director. Reports will be managed fairly, respectfully and confidentially where reasonably practicable. Victimisation of any person who raises a concern is prohibited.

Employees must treat others respectfully, follow this policy, contribute to a positive workplace culture and report inappropriate behaviour where observed.

Managers and supervisors must lead by example, promote inclusive workplace behaviour, address inappropriate conduct promptly and ensure compliance with company policies.

The Director is responsible for supporting diversity and inclusion initiatives, ensuring policy compliance and final oversight of serious matters.

Failure to comply with this policy may result in counselling or training, disciplinary action, or termination of employment or engagement. Serious breaches may be treated as serious misconduct.

This policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure compliance with legal requirements and alignment with business operations.