WASCO BERHAD 94 SUSTAINABILITY REPORT Learning and Development: Empowering Growth and Innovation In the past year, Wasco has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. Recognising that our employees are the cornerstone of our success, we have prioritised learning and development (“L&D”) initiatives to drive engagement, adaptability, and long-term competitiveness in an ever-evolving landscape. Our L&D strategy is closely aligned with Wasco’s innovation, operational excellence, and customercentricity objectives. By equipping our teams with future-ready skills and leadership capabilities, we are directly supporting Wasco’s strategic priorities. Hence, we offer a vast range of learning programmes and interventions to fulfil the diverse learning needs identified by our employees and their supervisors. We firmly believe that investing in our people is investing in our future. By nurturing a resilient, skilled, and motivated workforce, we are poised to navigate challenges and seize opportunities in the years ahead. Our L&D initiatives will continue to evolve, ensuring alignment with both employee aspirations and the dynamic needs of our industry. Fostering Young Talent At Wasco, we understand that investing in young talent is essential to shaping a sustainable and innovative future. Our dedication to fostering the next generation of professionals is demonstrated through our comprehensive talent development programmes, valuable internship opportunities, and mentorship initiatives. These offerings are designed to equip young individuals with the skills, knowledge, and hands-on experiences they need to succeed and excel in the industry. Employee Engagement Employee engagement plays a vital role in boosting our employees’ motivation and morale. Wasco prioritises open communication through regular dialogues physically and virtually to update employees on group developments. Close-knit engagement activities at the departmental level help strengthen team cohesion and address human resource matters in a more focused and supportive environment. Wasco also leverages a variety of engagement platforms, including workplace meetings, employee briefings, intranet updates, bulletins, and LinkedIn, to promote open and transparent communication across the organisation. Key topics such as equal opportunities, diversity, career progression and rewards are regularly addressed through these channel. Furthermore, Wasco enhances employee engagement through a range of initiatives, including: • Townhall meetings • Employee surveys • Tea talks • Initiative for mental health awareness • Friday breakfast • Wasco Fun Day & Wasco Family Day • Festival celebration and activities • Sporting and recreational events By actively investing in its people and their development, Wasco continues to nurture a culture of innovation and excellence, where employees are not only valued but also empowered to thrive. Puma Night Run 2024.
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