Business Integrity
Our business practices are based on our values of honesty, respect and accountability and at all times we work to adhere to legislation and regulations in the regions we operate. This year, Sandfire joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), demonstrating our commitment to responsible business practices and our support for the achievement of the UN SDGs.
We strive to foster a culture aligned with our purpose and our values, including ethical behaviour and good corporate governance, through our Code of Conduct. Sandfire operates primarily in Australia, Spain, Botswana, and the United States of America. We recognise there are significant cultural and regulatory differences between these countries as well as different perceptions of corruption. Led by our Code of Conduct, Sandfire seeks to maintain high standards of behaviour everywhere we work whilst ensuring a sound risk exposure response for the risks presented in each jurisdiction where we operate.
Sandfire’s strong values, Code of Conduct and policies guide our people to act with integrity and work within the law everywhere we do business.
Global Milestones
- Continue to strengthen our Speak Up Programs ensuring equitable access.
- Global governance framework embedded at all of our assets.
- Demonstrate year-on-year that employees understand how to apply our Code of Conduct and business integrity requirements and associated frameworks in their work.
- Demonstrate that our people are aligned with our purpose, values, Code of Conduct and that our frameworks are effective in achieving a global Sandfire standard.
Sandfire creates positive change in its value chain by working collaboratively with business partners to uphold human rights and boost sustainability outcomes.
Global Milestones
- Continue to strengthen our Speak Up Programs ensuring equitable access.
- Global governance framework embedded at all of our assets.
- Demonstrate year-on-year that employees understand how to apply our Code of Conduct and business integrity requirements and associated frameworks in their work.
- Demonstrate that our people are aligned with our purpose, values, Code of Conduct and that our frameworks are effective in achieving a global Sandfire standard.
Sandfire responsibly produces the metals required for the transition to a Net Zero economy.
Global Milestones
- Undertake a global gap analysis against a recognised responsible mining standard in 2024.
- Achieve third-party responsible mining certification at all operating assets by 2028.
Our ‘Don’t Walk Past philosophy’
Critical to upholding our culture of integrity is our ‘Don’t Walk Past’ philosophy, which empowers our people to speak up and stop work if they do not believe it is safe, to identify hazards, raise concerns, and take the appropriate measures to rectify issues. Don’t Walk Past is the expectation that everyone who works with us has a responsibility to voice concerns if we suspect a decision or an action does not adhere to our Code or goes against our values.
Our people are encouraged to raise concerns of unethical or inappropriate behaviour. We offer multiple options to raise concerns, including via a confidential issues reporting service facilitated by a third party.
Our Whistleblower Protection Policy provides a safe and confidential environment for any officer, employee, contractor or associate of Sandfire and any of their direct relatives to raise any concerns of unethical or inappropriate behaviour in good faith and without fear of reprisal.
We invest in regular integrity training and require all employees and Directors to acknowledge their understanding of our Code of Conduct upon joining the organisation, as well as on an annual basis. Conflict of Interest training is provided to all employees. For more information see our Sustainability Reports.
Human Rights
Learn how Sandfire is committed to upholding fundamental human rights.
Modern Slavery
Learn about our commitment to address human rights risk where we operate.