SOCIAL

TRAINING & EDUCATION

We aim to ensure regular and relevant training is carried out throughout the year to enhance our people’s competencies and better position Johor Plantations to achieve our corporate goals.

HOW DO WE DO IT?

UPSKILLING PROGRAMME

JOB ROTATION

TALENT MANAGEMENT & SUCCESSION PLANNING

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT

Each year, we develop the potential of stand-out employees through JLP and AJLP. We also collaborate with the PUSPATRI, ILP Pasir Gudang as well as IKM Johor Bahru to conduct technical courses for our employees.

In addition, we encourage employees to pursue professional qualifications such as the ACCA, CIMA, MIA, Taxation, Certified Environmental Professional in Scheduled Waste Management (CePSWaM) and human resources certifications such as CAHRM and CHRO.


Through exposure to different roles, employees both deepen and broaden their knowledge and capabilities, thereby adding value to the organisation. Job rotation and generic training are provided to bridge the skills gaps of staff at all levels.

We review our Talent Development Programme regularly based on a clear understanding of the skills, behaviours and mindsets required to identify capability gaps and improvement opportunities for every level of our employees.

Then, instead of offering “one size fits all” training, we design talent development programmes based on a detailed analysis of the needs of individual talents.

Our Performance Management System (PMS) promotes a culture of achievement through incentives and rewards, and targets as a whole are reviewed and the bar is raised every year to continuously push for excellence.

We have instituted various platforms where Management can meet and share their views with the rest of our workforce with the Managing Director through employee engagement events and activities, Turun Padang sessions as well as communications via email, our intranet and a quarterly newsletter. We value our employees’ views and encourage open communication at all times.

Counselling Service -
The main focus of counseling is as an intervention on issues related to employee's emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. Counseling services are not only provided to employees but also their family members if needed carried out by registered counselor.

Purpose -
l. Offer support programs for mental and emotional well-being.
ll. Provide access to resources like counseling services or wellness initiatives.
lll. Develop a clear process for resolving conflicts and grievances.
lV. Address issues promptly and professionally, focusing on finding mutually beneficial solutions.

DIVERSITY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We strive to inculcate an inclusive work environment and enforce a policy against free discrimination on any grounds. We also subscribe to the basic right of “equal pay for equal work” for all employees.

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GENDER EQUALITY

We are committed to support the inclusion of women and promote gender equality across our palm oil operations.

30% of women employees in JPG Board

38% of women in senior management

24% of women employees excluding field workers

One of our gender-inclusive initiatives is the Women OnWards (WOW) programme, a platform dedicated to the empowerment of women and their capabilities such as:

  • Providing more entrepreneurship opportunities
  • Enhancing skills and income generation among housewives
  • Providing a channel of women’s grievance panel

SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Strict anti-sexual harassment policies are shared with employees through

  • Buku Panduan Anggota Pekerja Perladangan
  • Company Policy

ZERO

cases of reported sexual harassment In 2023

MATERNITY LEAVE

98 days

of paid maternity leave

in accordance with Malaysia Employment Act 1955 Part IX Maternity Protection


100%

retention rate in 2022

34 employees who took maternity leave subsequently returned to work

HUMAN RIGHTS & LABOUR PRACTICES

We believe in treating all of our employees fairly and humanely, and we subscribe to Malaysia’s labour laws as well as the International Labour Organisation (ILO)’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work. We also adhere to the Code of Conduct for Industrial Harmony developed by the Ministry of Human Resources and the Malaysian Council of Employers’ Organisations.

LIVING CONDITIONS

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LIVING CONDITIONS

Our estate and mill workers are provided with free housing, which is typically TWO OR THREE-BEDROOM HOUSES that meet the Employees’ Minimum Standards of Housing, Accommodations and Amenities Act 1990.

MANAGING OVERTIME

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MANAGING OVERTIME

During peak harvest season, our mill workers tend to work longer hours to ensure FFB are processed before their quality deteriorates. However, we ensure that they DO NOT EXCEED THE OVERTIME LIMIT as set by the Department of Labour.

FORCED LABOUR

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FORCED LABOUR

Adherence to Malaysia’s labour laws and ILO’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work

Labour Transformation Project (LTP)

Kicked-off in January 2022 and targeted to be completed in 2024, its project implementation is in collaboration with Intercontinental Specialty Fats Sdn. Bhd. (ISF), Ferrero and Earthworm Foundation (EF).

Originally developed by EF, it is a response to the growing awareness of labour rights issues in the palm oil supply chain and aims to bridge any existing gaps between market demand and suppliers on the ground. The transformation work implemented together with JPG creates a window of opportunity to adapt to best practices and to gain recognition in setting a standard across the market.

OTHER EFFORTS INCLUDE:

ACHIEVEMENTS

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

RM21.9 million

invested in 2023


100%

closed grievances as of 2023

SMALLHOLDER INCLUSION PROGRAMME

The premium incentives offered for certified FFB

  • Recognise smallholders’ dedication
  • Encourage others to become certified

24.8%

FFB supply from smallholder

WOMEN DIVERSITY

As of 2023, women comprise

30%

of the members of the JPG Board and 37% of senior management

EXPLORE OUR OTHER INITIATIVES

ENVIRONMENT

Discover how we are advancing our climate-positive mission and driving positive change

GOVERNANCE

Find out how we are building resilience into our value chain and upholding the highest standards of corporate accountability

  • PERSATUAN PEMULIHARAAN HIDUPAN LIAR (WCS)

    Persatuan Pemuliharaan Hidupan Liar (WCS) adalah sebuah organisasi bukan keuntungan yang berdedikasi untuk melindungi hidupan liar dan ekosistem semula jadi. Kolaborasi kami tertumpu pada beberapa strategi pemuliharaan, termasuklah menetapkan dan menguruskan kawasan dilindungi. Kawasan-kawasan ini menjadi pusat perlindungan untuk hidupan liar, mengekalkan kepelbagaian biologi, dan mempromosi pengurusan sumber serta tanah secara lestari. Program kolaborasi yang dilaksanakan adalah termasuk melindungi habitat, membanteras penyeludupan hidupan liar, dan merangka pelan pemuliharaan untuk memastikan kelangsungan kehidupan beberapa spesies terancam.

  • YAYASAN EARTHWORM (EF)

    Yayasan Earthworm, dikenali dahulu sebagai The Forest Trust (TFT), adalah sebuah organisasi bukan keuntungan yang berdedikasi untuk mempromosi kelestarian dan amalan penyumberan beretika dalam pelbagai industri, khususnya minyak sawit. Menjalin kerjasama dengan Yayasan Earthworm melambangkan komitmen kami untuk mengguna pakai amalan-amalan yang beretika dan bertanggungjawab.

  • PERSATUAN PENCINTA ALAM MALAYSIA (MNS)

    Persatuan Pencinta Alam Malaysia (MNS) adalah sebuah organisasi bukan kerajaan (NGO) yang tertumpu pada usaha pemuliharaan warisan semula jadi Malaysia. Kami komited dan aktif:

    • Melibatkan diri dalam semua bengkel, acara dan aktiviti MNS
    • Menyertai projek pemuliharaan dan lawatan padang
    • Mengambil peluang untuk menjalin hubungan dengan ahli-ahli lain atau pakar bidang
    • Menyokong dan melibatkan diri dalam inisiatif serta kempen pemuliharaan MNS

  • INISIATIF PELAPORAN GLOBAL (GRI)

    Inisiatif Pelaporan Global (GRI) mempunyai sebuah komuniti yang terdiri daripada beberapa organisasi yang terlibat secara aktif dalam pelaporan kelestarian dan menggunakan rangka kerja GRI sebagai panduan. Kami komited untuk:

    • Terus menjadi mendahului industri sebagai pemain utama dan menjadi organisasi pertama yang membawa pembangunan berkaitan GRI, Piawaian GRI dan trend-trend dalam landskap pelaporan kelestarian
    • Melengkapkan organisasi dengan pengetahuan praktikal, peralatan dan inspirasi untuk mencapai tahap ketelusan korporat yang tertinggi
    • Memahami dan mempraktikkan amalan pelaporan kelestarian yang terbaik
    • Memupuk inovasi di peringkat global melalaui kolaborasi serta meningkatkan lagi kualiti pendedahan

  • SASPO

    SASPO, yang dikelola oleh WWF-Singapura, adalah suatu inisiatif perniagaan yang menyatukan syarikat dari pelbagai sektor untuk menangani isu rantaian bekalan berkenaan minyak sawit dan berusaha meningkatkan bekalan dan permintaan minyak sawit lestari yang diperakui. Kami berdedikasi untuk mencapai sasaran penggunaan 100% minyak sawit yang bebas daripada penebangan hutan dan penukaran ekosistem semula jadi), serta berusaha mendapatkan 100% minyak sawit lestari yang diperakui RSPO.

  • KOMPAK GLOBAL PERTUBUHAN BANGSA-BANGSA BERSATU (UNGC)

    UNGC, atau Kompak Global Pertubuhan Bangsa-Bangsa Bersatu, adalah suatu inisiatif sukarela yang menggalakkan perniagaan dan organisasi untuk mengguna pakai polisi serta amalan lestari yang selaras dengan tanggungjawab sosial kami. Kami berusaha untuk menyediakan suatu rangka kerja yang akan menyelaraskan pengoperasian dan strategi kami dengan sepuluh prinsip global yang umum termasuklah perkara melibatkan hak asasi manusia, tenaga kerja, alam sekitar dan antirasuah.

  • MINYAK SAWIT LESTARI MALAYSIA (“MSPO”)

    MSPO, atau Minyak Sawit Lestari Malaysia Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil, adalah suatu skim pensijilan yang dibangunkan oleh Majlis Pensijilan Minyak Sawit Malaysia (MPOCC) untuk menggalakkan pemupukan amalan lestari dalam industri minyak sawit Malaysia. Kami berusaha untuk menunjukkan komitmen kami terhadap pengeluaran minyak sawit yang mampan melalui pensijilan MSPO. Pematuhan terhadap syarat pensijilan MSPO membawa beberapa kelebihan, termasuklah pengiktirafan sebagai pengeluar minyak sawit yang lestar, akses pada peluang pasaran yang mengutamakan penyumberan lestari, dan kebenaran untuk meletakan logo MSPO pada produk yang diperakui. Penerimaan sijil ini menunjukkan komitmen organisasi kami untuk memikul tanggungjawab alam sekitar dan sosial dalam industri minyak sawit.

  • MEJA BULAT BERKENAAN MINYAK SAWIT LESTARI (“RSPO”)

    Keahilan RSPO boleh dipohon secara sukarela dan terbuka kepada semua organisasi yang terlibat dalam mana-mana bahagian di rantaian bekalan minyak sawit atau berminat untuk mempromosi amalan pengeluaran minyak sawit yang lestari. Untuk menjadi ahli RSPO, terdapat beberapa kriteria tertentu yang perlu dipenuhi di samping mematuhi Prinsip dan Kriteria RSPO untuk Pengeluaran Minyak Sawit Lestari. Johor Plantations Berhad menyertai RSPO pada tahun 2004 di bawah nama syarikat induk kami, Perbadanan Johor. Syarikat kami berdedikasi untuk mengekalkan status pensijilan yang diterima dan mematuhi Prinsip & Kriteria RSPO sepenuhnya.

  • WILDLIFE CONSERVATION SOCIETY (WCS)

    Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is a global non-profit organisation dedicated to conserving wildlife and protecting natural ecosystems. Our collaboration focuses on a range of conservation strategies, including establishing and managing protected areas. These protected areas provide safe havens for wildlife, preserve biodiversity, and promote sustainable land and resource management. The collaboration program also includes protecting habitats, combating wildlife trafficking, and implementing conservation plans to ensure the survival of key species.

  • EARTHWORM FOUNDATION (EF)

    Earthworm Foundation, formerly known as The Forest Trust (TFT), is a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting sustainability and responsible sourcing practices in various industries, especially palm oil. Engaging with Earthworm Foundation signifies a commitment to responsible and ethical practices.

  • THE MALAYSIA NATURE SOCIETY (MNS)

    The Malaysia Nature Society (MNS) is a non-governmental organization (NGO) focused on the conservation of Malaysia’s natural heritage. We are committed and active:

    • Involvement in MNS activities, events, and workshops
    • Participate in conservation projects and field trips
    • Networking opportunities with other members and experts in the field
    • Support and involvement in MNS conservation initiatives and campaigns

  • GLOBAL REPORTING INITIATIVE (GRI)

    Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) has a community of organisations that are actively engaged in sustainability reporting and use the GRI framework as a guide. We are committed to:

    • Stay ahead of the curve and be the first in developments regarding GRI, the GRI Standards and trends in the sustainability reporting landscape
    • Equip the organisation with practical knowledge, tools and inspiration to achieve stronger internal alignment on corporate transparency
    • Gain first-hand understanding of best sustainability reporting practices
    • Foster global innovation through collaboration and improve the quality of disclosure

  • SASPO

    SASPO is a business initiative that brings companies together across varying sectors to tackle supply chain issues around palm oil and work towards increasing the supply and demand of certified sustainable palm oil in Singapore. SASPO, facilitated by WWF-Singapore, is a business initiative that brings companies together across varying sectors to tackle supply chain issues around palm oil and work towards increasing the supply and demand of certified sustainable palm oil. We are committed to 100% of palm oil consumed free from deforestation and conversion of natural ecosystems), and are committed to procure 100% RSPO-certified sustainable palm oil.

  • UNITED NATIONS GLOBAL COMPACT (UNGC)

    UNGC, which stands for United Nations Global Compact, is a voluntary initiative that encourages businesses and organisations to adopt sustainable and socially responsible policies and practices. We are committed to provide a framework for businesses to align our operations and strategies with ten universally accepted principles covering human rights, labour, environment, and anti-corruption.

  • MALAYSIAN SUSTAINABLE PALM OIL (MSPO)

    MSPO, which stands for Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil, is a certification scheme developed by the Malaysian Palm Oil Certification Council (MPOCC) to promote sustainable practices in the Malaysian palm oil industry. We are committed to demonstrate our commitment to sustainable palm oil production through MSPO certification. Compliance with MSPO certification provides several benefits, including recognition as a sustainable palm oil producer, access to market opportunities that prioritise sustainable sourcing, and the ability to use the MSPO logo on certified products. It also demonstrates our organisation’s commitment to environmental and social responsibility in the palm oil industry.

  • ROUNDTABLE ON SUSTAINABLE PALM OIL (RSPO)

    Membership in RSPO is voluntary and open to organisations that are involved in any part of the palm oil supply chain or have an interest in promoting sustainable palm oil practices. To become a member of RSPO, we must meet certain criteria and comply with the RSPO Principles and Criteria for Sustainable Palm Oil Production. Johor Plantations Berhad joined the RSPO in 2004 under the name of its parent company, Johor Corporation. The company is committed to maintaining the certification and full compliance with RSPO Principles & Criteria.