INDUSTRY
NZSA CEO’s January Report In this update, NZSA CEO Gary Morrison talks NZSA member benefits, support for LSV Programme, Security Services Good Guidance document, Virtual Reality for CoA training, Review of Vocational Education, and more.
From the NZSA’s perspective we are looking forward to the coming year with considerable excitement as we introduce three new member benefit programmes (refer below), continue to expand our MSD Skills for Industry programme, launch the Security Services Good Guidance document and are involved in developing a ground-breaking training initiative which will be profiled in our next newsletter.
Gary Morrison is CEO of the New Zealand Security Association (NZSA). A qualified accountant, Gary originally joined Armourguard Security as a junior accountant and held several roles over two decades prior to appointment as GM for New Zealand and Fiji, after which he established Icon Security Group.
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NZSA HR Advisory Service member benefit From 01 February, NZSA members will be able to access free HR advice and obtain template Employment Agreements, Position Descriptions and other key Policy documents via the NZSA HR Advisory Service. Members will be able to access the service either by calling 0800 HRLIVE (0800 475483) or emailing: nzsa@ livewirehr.co.nz. Our contracted provider will provide an immediate response to enquiries received during normal business hours and will be able to provide best practice guidance on HR issues and individual situations. Where the level of advice moves beyond first level and requires specific action, our provider will advise the member accordingly and, if required, can provide those services at preferential rates exclusive to NZSA members. As part of the service we will also issue members regular updates and guidance on HR matters.
This is a fantastic offer for our members and in particular those smaller companies who do not have access to in-house or contracted HR expertise, so please ensure that your staff who may have a need for HR guidance are aware of the service. More detailed information will be provided to members shortly. NZSA Integrity Line member benefit The NZSA has partnered with CrimeStoppers in launching this service effective from 01 April. The NZSA Integrity Line will provide all employees of participating members with access to a totally confidential service where they can report issues such as bullying, sexual harassment, poor employment conditions, illegal practices such as theft or drug dealing and other matters of concern occurring in the workplace. The service is particularly valuable where employees are reluctant to report matters due to fears that it may affect their employment or that by doing so they may be further victimised. Reports received through the Integrity Line service will be independently screened prior to being forwarded to nominated senior management within member companies for investigation and reporting back. It is important to note also that the recently revised Government Procurement Rules include a requirement for the providers of designated contracts (which includes all Government security contracts) to “provide a voice for staff” in relation to employment practices and conditions. Details on the Integrity Line service, including 0800 number and email contact, will be promoted over the next few months.
February / March 2020
