EQUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY

Purpose

With ‘Respect for Diversity’ being one of our core values, Si2 Tech has been committed to being an equal opportunity employer. The same is reinforced by our Principles and our Code of conduct.

“Our success is based on our people. We treat each other with respect and dignity and expect everyone to promote a sense of personal responsibility. We recruit competent and motivated people who respect our values, provide equal opportunities for their development and advancement, protect their privacy and do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.”

“We embrace diversity and respect the personal dignity of our fellow employees. Si2 Tech respects the personal dignity, privacy and personal rights of every employee and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Therefore, employees must not discriminate on the basis of origin, nationality, religion, race, gender, age or sexual orientation, or engage in any kind of verbal or physical harassment based on any of the above or any other reason. Employees who feel that their workplace does not comply with the above principles are encouraged to raise their concernswith the HR Department.”

Scope

The Equal Opportunity Policy is applicable for all job applicants and employees

Policy Framework

Si2 Tech is committed to providing equal opportunities without any discrimination on the grounds of age, color disability, origin, nationality, religion, race, gender, or sexual orientation and will not engage in any kind of verbal or physical harassment based on any of the above or any other reason.

To this end:

  • Our employees are personally responsible for treating each other with respect and dignity, which includes respecting the rights and differences of others.
  • Employment with Si2 Tech will be based on merit and not on any irrelevant attributes or characteristics that an individual may possess.
  • Developmental and promotional opportunities will be based on performance, ability and potential, and will be consistent with the needs of the business.


Si2 Tech will not tolerate harassment, behavior that is discriminatory or behavior that victimizes any individual or group in our workplaces. Appropriate action basis investigation will be taken if employees breach this policy either through discrimination, harassment, bullying or victimizing other employees or by making false claims. If an employee feels he or she is being subjected to discrimination, harassment, bullying or victimization, he or she can raise the same with the HR department or use the existing grievance redress mechanisms like Speak Up or contact the grievance management committee on a confidential basis either by telephone, email or by letter. All grievances and complaints will be taken seriously and treated with sensitivity and fairness.

Policy Framework (Contd.)

In lieu of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016 and Rules, Si2 Tech as per specific requirement, shall ensure that proper infrastructure and reasonable accommodation is provided to persons with disability to enable them to effectively discharge their duties at the establishment.



Si2 Tech commits that no opportunity will be denied to Persons with Disabilities and there will be no discrimination of any manner.

Roles and Responsibilities

Employee Responsibilities
All Si2 Tech employees have the following responsibilities:
To comply with this policy and all applicable laws and regulations. Compliance is required whenever an employee is acting in their capacity as a representative of the Company.

Responsibilities of Managers and supervisors
Managers and supervisors have the following additional responsibilities:
To take reasonable steps to resolve complaints that are brought to their attention and to maintain confidentiality as far as practicable.

Human Resources Responsibilities
Human Resources representatives have the following additional responsibilities:
To provide advice and address grievances relating to the employment of persons with disabilities and/or any other complaints regarding discrimination in any other form against any job applicant/employee.

Interpretation & Guidance

In the event that any additional guidance and/or further interpretation is required, please contact your Human Resources representative.

Review Timelines
The policy will be reviewed basis changes in legal and market guidelines

Communication of Policy
Policy will be available on intranet to all employees and our corporate website.
All employees will undergo a training on Code of conduct