At ROC, we believe sustainability is about driving shareholder value by delivering economic success, environmental stewardship and social responsibility. The long-term success of our business requires continuous investment in our technical capabilities, our people, associated communities and the surrounding environment.
Sustainability Report 2010
Sustainability Report 2009
Sustainable business practices have always influenced our Company's policies and have been reflected in ROC's excellent health, safety and environmental record. We have broadened our reporting to reflect other non-financial areas that underpin our sustainable growth strategy, such as community relations, corporate governance, employee well-being and brand reputation.
Our sustainability reports communicate to our external and internal stakeholders our achievements and goals, current position and future plans.
The importance of our stakeholders
Whilst our long-term success relies on a business strategy that promotes sustained growth, stakeholder perceptions ultimately determine our credentials and whether we have a licence to operate in the broader community and environment. In order to remain a credible operator, ROC is committed to retaining and attracting a talented workforce. We aim to create strong and lasting relationships with external stakeholder groups. We value the trusted partnerships with the communities that welcome us, the investors that support us and the governments and regulators that license us. By acting responsibly towards our stakeholders, we are reducing our business risk, minimising our environmental impact, providing a safe and healthy working environment and benefiting the communities where we operate.
Enhancement of shareholder value
ROC is dedicated to building and maintaining a robust and resilient business model to ensure that growth and value creation for our shareholders can be sustained.
In 2009 we established a sustainability framework to enhance our business model. The framework was developed with input from all levels of the business and was approved by the Board. The four attributes we consider fundamental to sustained value creation are:
- ensuring ROC's performance as a reliable and responsible employer;
- continuing our respect for the environment;
- fostering safe and healthy work practices; and
- continuing to be a trusted neighbour in the community.