Employment policy
Rio Tinto seeks safe and effective working relationships at all levels around the Group. Whilst respecting different cultures, traditions and employment practices, the Group shares common goals, in particular the elimination of workplace injuries, and is committed to good corporate values and ethical behaviour.
Rio Tinto employs on the basis of job requirements and does not discriminate on grounds of age, ethnic or social origin, gender, sexual orientation, politics or religion. Exceptions are made to favour local employment where local laws provide. The Group does not employ forced, bonded or child labour.
Being trained to work, and then working in safe, healthy and environmentally responsible ways comes first and foremost. Beyond that, Rio Tinto believes in enabling employees to develop to the extent of their abilities. Skills and competencies are improved by regular performance reviews, recognising potential, undertaking education, training and coaching as appropriate, and offering professional development opportunities within the Group.
Rio Tinto expects managers to be models of the highest standards of behaviour. Employees are expected to treat each other and external contacts with dignity, fairness and respect. Harassment in the workplace is guarded against and neither abuse nor misuse of position or facilities for personal purposes is tolerated. Obligations to colleagues and the employing company are respected, while collaboration is encouraged within and across businesses, cultures and countries to raise performance.
Group business's codes of conduct establish sound conditions of work and disciplinary procedures. The Group implements equitable and transparent remuneration and incentive systems. Rio Tinto recognises everyone's right to choose whether or not they wish to be represented collectively.
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