DESTINI Annual Report 2020

Talent Motivation and Skill Development The Group also recognises that the Industrial Revolution 4.0 will place pressure in organisations to continuously upskill and reskill their workforce, to stay relevant and productive. Employees are encouraged to attend internal or external training or pursue professional development to enhance their knowledge and skill for career enhancement and personal development, in the field of aviation and marine development, human resource management, technical skills, and others. In the appointment and recruitment process, we pride ourselves on being an employer that provides equal opportunities and continuously seek to promote it regardless of religious belief, age, marital status, gender, family status or any disability. Our commitment in that respect applies to all areas of the working environment, all employment activities, resource allocation and all employment terms and conditions. Every employee is given an equal opportunity to rise up in their careers through hard work and dedication. We draw strength from the diversity and inclusiveness that is prevalent in our workplace. As at 31 December 2020, the total number of employees stood at 824 employees (2019: 971 employees), of which 20% (2019: 18%) are female and the remaining80% (2019: 82%) aremale. Thenumber of employees is less than the total number in 2019 due to the conclusion of contract staff which were on a specified project basis. The Group did not have to let go any of its employees during the trying times of the pandemic. However, some employees had to see a momentary reduction in their salary of up to 30% in the second half of the year. Salaries were reinstated back to its original figure in January 2021. Apart from safety and promoting good health, motivation is an essential part of the Group’s responsibility to our employees. The Group engages with its employees through department meetings, annual performance reviews, feedback, surveys and bulletins whereby we actively encourage our employees to participate in. The Group believes that trainings are the cornerstone of a company’s success. We promote a culture of continuous learning and development for productivity improvement by upskilling our employees. Each departments in our companies is required to keep an updated training calendar for their team members, which include courses such as self-development, leadership skills, technical skills, soft skills, information technology and others related to the industry. Sustainability Report 51 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 DESTINI BERHAD