Supplier Code of Conduct
At Viceroy Australia, we believe responsible sourcing is fundamental to delivering safe, high-quality products while supporting ethical and sustainable business practices.
We expect all suppliers and business partners to operate with integrity and to uphold internationally recognised standards for human rights, labour practices, environmental responsibility, and ethical conduct.
Our Supplier Code of Conduct is guided by internationally recognised principles, including:
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The United Nations Global Compact
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The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
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The International Labour Organization (ILO) Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work
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The United Nations Convention Against Corruption
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Applicable Australian laws and regulations
Our Expectations
We expect our suppliers to demonstrate a commitment to the following principles:
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Compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
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Ethical and lawful employment practices.
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Freedom of association and respect for employees' rights.
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Equal opportunity, diversity, and non-discrimination.
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Fair wages, benefits, and lawful working conditions.
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Reasonable working hours in accordance with applicable labour laws.
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Safe, healthy, and secure workplaces.
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Zero tolerance for child labour, forced labour, modern slavery, or human trafficking.
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Respect for the rights, cultures, and traditions of Indigenous peoples and local communities.
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Zero tolerance for bribery, corruption, fraud, or unethical business practices.
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Responsible environmental management, including reducing waste and protecting natural resources.
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Commitment to continuous improvement in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance.
Working Together
We value long-term partnerships with suppliers who share our commitment to quality, integrity, sustainability, and responsible business practices. By working together, we strengthen our supply chain, protect the environment, respect human rights, and deliver products our customers can trust.