INTENT AND OBJECTIVES. 7.1 The economic health of the Council and the well being of all depend on the success of a shared commitment to prepare for the future and a more competitive environment.
7.2 The aim of this Agreement is to develop and support a flexible workforce and management structure committed to the continued improvement and success of Council and thereupon develop and encourage an "Enterprise Culture" whereby the desire to embrace measures aimed at achieving improved productivity xxxx ultimately lead to the success of the Enterprise and therefore offer to Employees a sustainable level of job security.
7.3 The aims and objectives of this Agreement will be achieved by addressing such matters as -
(a) The removal of artificial demarcations and unreasonably restrictive working and management practices, with the view to further and on-going harmonious industrial relations.
(b) Improving flexibility in labour supply without a reduction in current staff levels, except in circumstances where natural attrition occurs. Any such productivity benefits identified through this process (if any) will be shared between Employees and Employers. This is to be done by mutual agreement and in writing between the parties.
(c) Reviewing and improving work arrangements.
(d) Developing a high degree of participation, team work, trust and shared commitment to the goals and policies of Council and the achievement of real and sustainable improvements in productivity.
(e) Adopting of practices to improve standards of Occupational Health and Safety.
(f) Looking at new ways of improving work practices and reduction of wastage and lost time.
(g) Continuing development and adoption of initiatives designed to enhance Council's performance.
(h) Introducing of measures to reduce absenteeism.
(i) Continuously looking at new ways to improve processes and customer satisfaction.
(j) Ensuring continued commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity principles.
(k) Ensuring Council's continued viability and stability, with all parties striving at all times to do all that is practical and reasonable to enhance, improve and sustain the image of Council.
(l) Implementing a training and skills improvement program within Council for all Employees. Such programs will enable Employees to increase their level of individual expertise and in turn improve the excellence of the Council, through the provision of defined career paths and opportunities.
(m) Ensuring that any flexibilities identified in addition to this Agree...
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INTENT AND OBJECTIVES. 5.1.1 The Company and employees acknowledge it is critical to the companies' ongoing success that an increased level of business competitiveness is achieved through continuous improvement in operational reliability, provision of quality customer service and improved productivity.
5.1.2 As part of an on-going process for improvement in productivity and efficiency, consultation shall take place at the workplace level between the Company, the employees and the employee representatives (as set out in Claus 26). The Company will adopt a dispute settlement procedure to resolve any disputes over workplace matters (including disciplinary procedures) that arise between the Company and its employees.
5.1.3 A key part of this is the commitment of all parties to utilise and adhere to the disputes settling procedure set out in Schedule 1.
INTENT AND OBJECTIVES. 7.1. This agreement aims to provide a mechanism for attracting and retaining a workforce that delivers a level of performance and service that is responsive, competitive and innovative to the needs of G&WA and its customers.
7.2. The parties acknowledge that it is critical to G&WA’s ongoing success that an increased level of business competitiveness is achieved through continuous improvement in operational reliability, provision of customised service delivery solutions and improved productivity.
7.3. The employer, the RTBU and the employees aim for this agreement to achieve the following broad objectives:
7.3.1. To provide an environment that encourages integrated business and operational strategies that provide G&WA with maximum potential for commercial viability, business growth and the provision of an efficient, value added and reliable services to its customers.
7.3.2. To xxxxxx a work culture that is aligned to the achievement of G&WA’s commercial success and encourages continuous improvement in safety, reliability, efficiency and competitiveness through a combination of organisational and work practice reforms and improved capital utilisation.
7.3.3. To encourage mutual trust, cooperation, consultation and open communication.
7.3.4. To provide fair and equitable working conditions, remuneration and satisfying work together with high standards of workplace health, safety and equal opportunity.
7.3.5. To provide training and development, including nationally accredited competency based training, that enhances skills and assists employees to reach their full potential.
7.3.6. To provide an appropriate work / non work balance that recognises both G&WA’s 24 hours a day, 7 days a week operational requirements and employees’ personal, family, domestic and social requirements.
INTENT AND OBJECTIVES. The economic health of the Council and the well being of all depend on the success of a shared commitment to prepare for the future and a more competitive en~ironment.
INTENT AND OBJECTIVES. Contractor will perform all aspects of maintenance for the facilities described above (Facilities). Contractor’s responsibilities shall include but not be limited to the following:
1. Provide maximum comfort for all building occupants.
2. Improve operating efficiency of all mechanical and electrical systems.
3. Apply preventive maintenance procedures to reduce chances of premature equipment failure.
4. Perform all work in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) requirements and standard industry procedures and practices for facilities maintenance work.
5. Perform response cleaning to water overflows and non-hazardous spills. Contractor shall not be responsible for routine cleaning and trash removal.
INTENT AND OBJECTIVES. Aurizon and its employees covered by this Agreement are committed to achieving the following objectives:
8.1 Relationship of parties - Delivering a dynamic and responsive work environment to all stakeholders.
8.2 Continuous Improvement - Developing and implementing an effective and harmonious workplace environment focussed on continuous improvement in operational reliability, provision of customised service delivery solutions and improved productivity to achieve an increased level of business competitiveness.
8.3 Consultation to Avoid Disruption - Making every possible effort to avoid disruption to services by undertaking extensive consultation on relevant issues as provided for in clause 45, Consultation to ensure on-time and reliable provision of services to Aurizon’s customers.
8.4 Business Environment - Providing an environment and work culture that encourages integrated business and operational strategies which achieve maximum potential for commercial viability, business growth and the provision of an efficient and reliable service to Aurizon’s customers.
8.5 Mutual Trust, Consultation etc - Encouraging mutual trust, cooperation, consultation and open communication.
8.6 Employee Standards - Providing fair and equitable working conditions, remuneration and satisfying work together with continuing high standards of workplace health, safety and equal opportunity.
8.7 Training and Development - Providing training and development, including nationally accredited competency based training to enhance skills and knowledge and assist each employee in reaching their full potential.
8.8 Work Life balance - Providing an appropriate work / life balance within the framework of a 24/7 operational environment and the employees’ family, domestic, community and social requirements.
INTENT AND OBJECTIVES. 8.1. WNRE is the employment entity for WNR. This agreement reflects that relationship and the requirement for WNRE to provide a workforce that delivers a level of performance and service that is responsive, competitive and innovative to the needs of WNR and its customers.
8.2. The parties acknowledge that it is critical to ongoing success that a high level of safety, operational reliability and responsiveness is achieved through continuous improvement and improved productivity.
8.3. WNRE, the unions and the employees aim to achieve the following broad objectives through the operation of this agreement:
8.3.1. To provide an environment that maximises potential for commercial viability, business growth and the provision of an efficient, value added and reliable services to its customers.
8.3.2. To xxxxxx a work culture that is aligned to the achievement of commercial success and encourages continuous improvement in safety, reliability and efficiency.
8.3.3. To encourage mutual trust, cooperation, consultation and open communication.
8.3.4. To provide fair and equitable working conditions, remuneration and satisfying work together with high standards of workplace health, safety and equal opportunity.
8.3.5. To provide training and development that enhances skills and assists employees to reach their full potential.
8.3.6. To provide an appropriate work / non-work balance that recognises the nature of operational requirements and employees’ family, domestic and social requirements.
INTENT AND OBJECTIVES. The aim of this Agreement is to develop and support a flexible workforce committed to the continued improvement of the functions and operations of the City in order to provide ratepayers the highest achievable level of service as defined by Council and to maintain and enhance the viability of the permanent workforce and job satisfaction of the City’s employees.
1.6.1 This Agreement recognises the necessity for the management of change within the workforce to be initiated and developed through a consultative and participative process. The Single Bargaining Unit (as defined, clause 2.1) shall be the prime consultative and negotiating body.
1.6.2 The Agreement is intended to facilitate productivity gains in the furtherance of Clause
INTENT AND OBJECTIVES. This Agreement between the above named parties recognises productivity and efficiency improvements that will arise from the introduction of the changes outlined in this document. These changes have been developed through a process of consultation and participation which will continue during the implementation of the Agreement and thereafter. The parties to the Agreement will continue to strive to be a best practice organisation, characterised by a positive work culture, enhanced work responsibilities and more flexible
