Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

SSDS strives to be the partner of choice for Defence clients and a company that is attractive to employees, shareholders and local communities.

For SSDS, being socially responsible is about how we do business by displaying this commitment to our people, the communities in which we operate and the environment.

Our People

• Traineeships and Apprenticeships
  Leadership and Management Development Programs
  Employee Assistance Program – counselling and advice to staff and their families
  Employee Award Programs
  Rehabilitation and return to work
  Recognition of family obligations

Our Community

• Recruitment of Defence spouses
  Indigenous employment
  Disability Employment
  School Safety & Awareness programs
  Sporting, business and local community sponsorship
  Fire fighting support to rural fire brigades
  Regular fundraising activities – Make A Wish, Shave for a Cure, Pink Ribbon Day, Movember, Ride for Life

Our Environment

Sustainability Strategies:

• Water saving initiatives
• Waste minimisation and recycling
• Pollution reduction
• Heritage and cultural protection Land rejuvenation and regeneration projects