Modern Slavery Summary

Respecting human rights is fundamental to our values and the way we conduct business. We are committed to maintaining a safe, ethical, and transparent workplace and to preventing Modern Slavery across our operations and supply chain.

Our Commitment:

Rmkble is committed to respecting human rights and conducting business in a safe, ethical and transparent manner. We do not tolerate slavery, servitude, forced labour, debt bondage, human trafficking, deceptive recruitment, forced marriage, the worst forms of child labour or any other form of modern slavery within our operations or supply chain.  

This commitment applies across Rmkble, including Rmkble Pty Ltd, Data Divers Pty Ltd and associated businesses. It extends to our employees, independent contractors, suppliers, service providers, recruitment and employment agencies, procurement vendors and other third-party representatives.

Our Approach:

We take a risk-based approach to identifying, assessing, preventing and addressing modern slavery risks. Depending on the nature and level of risk, our actions may include:

  • assessing suppliers and third-party providers before engagement and, where appropriate, throughout the relationship;
  • requesting supplier questionnaires, modern slavery statements, compliance certifications or other due diligence information;
  • maintaining visibility of relevant supplier information and applying risk-based review processes;
  • raising awareness of modern slavery risks and reporting pathways;
  • considering modern slavery risks within recruitment processes;
  • taking appropriate action where unacceptable risks are identified; and
  • reviewing the effectiveness of measures used to reduce modern slavery risks.

We expect suppliers, contractors, consultants, labour hire providers and other third parties working with Rmkble to operate consistently with our Modern Slavery Policy and applicable modern slavery laws.

What is Modern Slavery?

Modern Slavery refers to serious forms of exploitation and human rights abuse where individuals are controlled, coerced, deceived or forced to work for the benefit of others. Modern Slavery often operates in hidden sectors of the economy and can take forms such as slavery, forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking, exploitation and forced marriage. 

Modern slavery can take many forms including:

  • Child Labour – Exploiting children in hazardous or coercive work
  • Debt Bondage – Working to repay debts under unfair conditions
  • Forced Labour – Work performed under threat or coercion
  • Forced Marriage – Marriage without free and informed consent
  • Human Trafficking – Movement of people for exploitation through coercion or deceit
  • Slavery – Exercising ownership over another person

Recognising the signs

Modern Slavery can be complex and multi-faceted and may not always be easy to identify. While indicators can vary depending on the circumstances, the following signs may suggest that a person is being exploited:

  • The individual is not in possession of their own passport, ID or travel documents;  
  • Is acting as though they are being instructed or coached by someone else; 
  • Allows others to speak for them when spoken to directly; 
  • Appears withdrawn, frightened or has physical indicators of slavery, such as injuries; 
  • Unable to contact friends or family freely; 
  • Has limited social interaction or contact with people outside their immediate environment; 
  • Acts with hostility or has difficulty concentrating due to trauma; 
  • Has few possessions; 
  • Has little or no control over their finances or no access to a bank account, or they are being significantly overcharged for their accommodation; and 
  • Is living in a very poorly maintained and overcrowded place. 

We recognise that these indicators are not exhaustive and, on their own, do not necessarily indicate that modern slavery is occurring.

Raising a concern  

Employees, contractors and third parties are encouraged to report any concern or suspicion of modern slavery affecting Rmkble’s operations, supply chain or third-party relationships as soon as possible. Concerns may be raised with a Business Leader, Director or the Rmkble Operations team. Reports can be made by employees, contractors, suppliers or any other stakeholder who becomes aware of a potential modern slavery risk.

Reports made in good faith will be taken seriously and treated confidentially as far as reasonably practicable. Rmkble does not tolerate retaliation, victimisation or unlawful adverse action against anyone who raises a concern, seeks advice, provides information or assists with an assessment or investigation.

To raise a concern or request further information, contact operations@rmkble.com.au. If there is an immediate risk to a person’s safety or wellbeing, contact emergency services on 000

Our Responsibilities

Rmkble Directors oversee the governance of our Modern Slavery framework. Business Leaders are responsible for implementing this commitment within their areas of responsibility and promoting a culture of zero tolerance for exploitation. All team members are expected to comply with our Modern Slavery Policy, complete required training, remain alert to signs of Modern Slavery and report concerns promptly.

Rmkble expects all employees, contractors, suppliers and business partners to uphold ethical labour practices and to support the prevention, detection and reporting of Modern Slavery.

Governance

Rmkble is committed to continually improving its ability to identify, assess and address Modern Slavery risks across its operations and supply chain. We recognise that preventing Modern Slavery requires ongoing vigilance, collaboration and accountability, and we remain committed to conducting business in a way that respects and protects human rights.