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As a Group Training Company, LINK Employment and Training is bound by the Group Training Australia Code of Conduct. This code of conduct is based on the principles of truth and honesty and relates both to:
Group Training Australia or its successor body, its members and staff, and to Group Training Companies, their Managers, Board members and staff.
Standards
The Code sets the standard for Group Training Companies to maintain ethical standards and remain responsive to the industrial development of the Australian community.
Each Group Training Company will:
- At all times discharge allotted and accepted responsibilities with integrity and observe the standards prescribed by the Group Training Association in accordance with good management practice;
- Establish policies, pursue objectives and fulfil obligations in a manner consistent with the code;
- Strive to promote, implement and monitor the training programs relevant to industry and the community;
- Implement relevant policy objectives as determined by the Association;
- Observe the conduct and management practices contained in the code;
- Work with other member companies of Group Training Australia in a spirit of mutual support and co-operation;
- Conduct themselves in such a manner as will not damage the business operation nor injure the standing and reputation of Group Training Australia and its member companies;
- Refer to the Association all matters that have the potential to impact on other member companies.
Managers will recognise the interests of the community and act accordingly:
- Participating in community activities, utilising available professional skills;
- Making every endeavour to conserve the environment, having regard to the rights of future generations;
- Preserving and, wherever possible, improving the quality of life within the company's sphere of influence;
- Promoting the development of further understanding in society of the role of Group Training Companies and their place in the business community;
- Encouraging community acceptance of entry level training as a viable career option, for disadvantaged groups, including women;
- Excluding all corrupt practices.
Group Training Australia, through its member Group Training Companies, is committed to:
- Maximising the potential for the employment, training and personal development of the Australian workforce;
- The development of uniform and equitable policy objectives, adequate resources and full co-operation between government, employers and those seeking skilled training within the Australian industry.
Through its members, Group Training Australia will:
- Foster the development and co-operation of all member companies displaying leadership and determination in the implementation of policy;
- Establish an environment of mutual respect and co-operation between government, industry, Association members and the community in the pursuit of these objectives;
- Ensure an even and efficient flow of communication between the member companies and those with a legitimate interest in the operation of Group Training;
- Observe the conduct of management practice contained in this code.
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