EQUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY
Version 1.0
Date: 5/2/2025
Review Date: 5/2/2027

PURPOSE

This policy demonstrates our dedication to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to be their authentic selves. We are committed to upholding equality and ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all.

POLICY STATEMENT

Every individual deserves to work in an environment where they are respected and appreciated. Our goal is to cultivate a workplace that embraces diversity, fosters inclusion, and promotes fairness, allowing all employees to reach their full potential. By nurturing a culture of respect and equality, we attract and retain top talent, ensuring the delivery of exceptional services while advancing EverClean’s strategic goals.

POLICY

EverClean is dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination, harassment, vilification, and victimisation for all employees, clients, contractors, and visitors. We achieve this by:

• Establishing a flexible and inclusive workplace that removes systemic barriers to equal participation.

• Ensuring a safe and supportive space where all individuals—regardless of age, cultural background, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, marital or family status, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or lived experience—can thrive.

• Encouraging the use of inclusive, non-discriminatory language and practices.

• Enforcing a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination, bullying, and harassment.

• Implementing, monitoring, and maintaining fair procedures that uphold equal opportunity.

• Providing accessible mechanisms for reporting and resolving issues related to discrimination, harassment, vilification, and victimisation.

• Promoting professional and ethical workplace conduct to maintain a positive working environment.

• Ensuring that all employees, contractors, and visitors adhere to the principles outlined in this policy.

• Complying with all relevant federal and state legislation on discrimination, harassment, and equal opportunity.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Directors and Leadership Team

• Championing and upholding this policy across the organisation.

Human Resources

• Implementing, communicating, and maintaining this policy.

• Conducting regular policy reviews and updates.

• Assisting managers and supervisors in addressing issues and ensuring compliance.

Managers & Supervisors

• Promoting an inclusive and respectful workplace culture.

• Addressing and reporting incidents promptly.

All Employees

• Complying with the principles outlined in this policy.

• Contributing to a positive and inclusive workplace.

RELATED REFERENCES

• SCC Group Code of Conduct

• Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth)

• Age Discrimination Act 2004 (Cth)

• Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (Cth)

• Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth)

• Workplace Gender Equality Act 2012 (Cth)

• Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth)

• Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA)

• Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (VIC)

• Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (NT)

• Anti-Discrimination Act 1997 (Qld)

Signed:

Lei Grimley - Director