Employee Handbook
by Sylvania Schréder
Congratulations and Welcome to our team.
Schréder is the leading independent smart outdoor lighting solution provider worldwide. The company, founded in 1907, is present in over 70 countries on 5 continents. Schréder Australia is the local leading independent outdoor and customised indoor smart lighting solution provider. The group of companies operating within Australia includes Sylvania Schréder, Austube Schréder, and SCS. We believe that lighting can empower people, impact lives, support communities, and transform spaces, cities, and the planet. Our purpose is to deliver an outstanding experience by accompanying our customers along every step of their journey, from design to after-sales service, including light, control systems, CCTV, WiFi, EV chargers and many more futuristic smart city solutions in development. Environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable lighting has always been part of Schréder’s DNA. We have already helped many cities, industries and sports venues worldwide to reduce their energy bills and carbon footprint by switching to LED technology. By integrating our control systems, they achieve further energy- savings and deliver a better people-centred experience. Serving our customer with best experience is our number one goal and your role is crucial in helping us both meet and maintain the goals of your department and our company as a whole. Our second goal is to inspire you to make this the greatest professional experience, I am looking forward to your success here at Schréder Australia. Good luck on your new journey and my door is always open should you have any questions.
Schréder Commercial presence
Schréder Production centres Australia, China, Hungary, Portugal, South Africa, Spain, Ukraine Schréder R&D centres Australia, Belgium, France, Hungary, Portugal, South Africa, Spain, UK
Regards,
Kaushal Kapadia CEO – Schréder Australia
A family company, accompanying visionaries for 115 years
1907 1933 1950 1993 2010 2015 2019 2020 BELGIUM INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION WORLDWIDE EXPANSION CITIES MARKET LED GENERATION SHUFFLE SYLVANIA & AUSTUBE
Workshops of Jules Schréder and Co. founded as
Launch of industrial lighting branch
Schréder starts to explore its geographic horizons
Schréder light the Champs- Elysées
Development of a complete range of LED luminaires
First worldwide to create a luminaire connecting people to their social environment
Schréder Hyperion, our Smart City Centre of Excellence opens in Lisbon
Schréder acquires leading Australian outdoor lighting brands
marking a successful
industrial revolution commences
move into the design market that defines the 1990s
In a few numbers 115 +70 5
+2k Experts
Years of Expertise
Countries
Continents
6
7
+2M +500k
R&D centres
Production centres
Light points sold / year
Connected luminaires
Experts in Lightability TM We believe that lighting can empower people , impact lives , support communities , and transform spaces , cities and the planet . We are experts at using light to its fullest potential. We push the limits of our technology beyond lighting applications to accompany communities throughout the world to better manage their assets, reduce their spending, while preserving their identity and their environment.
Although we are a global company, we are local in our approach
Our Mission Bring meaningful moments to people by enhancing safety , well-being and sustainability in connected public spaces.
Our Values Schréder provides all employees with an environment and resources to support their professional development. Our goal is to empower all employees to maximise their potential and develop their skill set. Schréder employees work in a family-owned company governed by a long-term vision, an international character, and a strong culture built on our six values. These values are regularly communicated to our employees through our intranet, management webinars, and onboarding sessions for new hires. They underpin everything we do.
CARING FOR CUSTOMERS... We listen to our customers, anticipate their needs and put their challenges first. We are all accountable and aligned to deliver an extraordinary customer experience. We build long-term relationships with our customers and never let them down. WORKING TOGETHER... We are all aligned to achieve the same purpose: we deliver on our promises together! We support each other to overcome challenges, we listen and understand the others’ perspective to come up with the best overall solution. Ultimately, when we work as a team, we win, learn and grow together. ENTREPRENEURSHIP... We are passionate about developing new business opportunities. We think and act like owners. We are persistent, embrace challenges, accept and manage the risk. We celebrate success and learn from failure.
INNOVATION... Is at the heart of our mindset. Standing still is sliding backwards. We come up with new ideas and original, creative thinking for our products, services, business models and operations. We love to explore off the beaten tracks. RESPECT... We are mindful of our role and impact on our colleagues, customers, partners, citizens, communities and the planet. Schréder employees demonstrate respect in their interactions by valuing difference, being inclusive, and embracing diversity. Respect is the umbrella under which we lead the way to sustainable business. INTEGRITY... We always do things the right way, in full respect of the law and our code of conduct. It starts with every one of us; we are open, honest and accountable.
WE DELIVER AN OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE Our focus is to deliver an outstanding customer experience Our purpose always has been to deliver an extraordinary experience for our customers. For the past 115 years, our committed teams have forged solid partnerships with our customers, building up long-term relationships that enable us to understand the local environment and its specificities.
Agile Innovative
Local strength Global reach
Quality Services
Open Interoperable
Thanks to our local approach, we can help ideate and implement their projects. We accompany our customers along every step of their project to develop meaningful public spaces where people want to spend time.
Agile Innovative
Local strength Global reach
Quality Services
Open Interoperable
And we act responsibly Environmentally , economically , and socially sustainable lighting has always been part of Schréder’s DNA. Today, in line with the UN SDGs, are committed to improving our sustainability performance and enabling our customers to achieve their sustainability goals and a more circular economy .
Together for our Future is the pillar of our sustainability strategy, on a global scale.
1. Positive social impact Improving safety at crossing for pedestrians and cyclists Delivering smart city solutions for economically less privileged areas
reduction in our company emission by 2023
women in Management in 2025
-25%
20%
total supply value and 100% of risk suppliers compliant with the RBA standard by 2022
new products must obtain 4 stars for our Circle Light Label
80%
2. Protection of fauna and flora
80%
Australian Certifications
HEAD OFFICE & FACTORY
OHS ISO 45001
Quality ISO 9001
Environment ISO 14001
Customisation, retrofitting or recreation
Our Expertises
We pride ourselves on offering complete, tailored solutions for our customers. Our products adhere to the highest production standards, setting the benchmark for road, urban, infrastructure and sport lighting in Australia. Market-leading custom engineered-lighting solutions
Lighting Design
A strong team of highly qualified Lighting Designers and Engineers for tailored solutions. Providing solutions compliant to relevant Australian Lighting Standards
Customer Service & After Sales Support
ANZAC PARADE - ACT WWI INSPIRED, HELMET-SHAPED LIGHTING
Our well-informed customer service and after sales team are committed to providing exceptional service. With a clear focus on product knowledge, we strive to meet the high expectations of our customers through prompt and attentive service.
Factory at Rydalmere
4700m 2 Australian manufacturing facility that encompasses state of the art machinery. We deliver product with highest quality requirements and on time, Our ability to design and manufacture custom made luminaires that are project specific are unmatched. Australian manufacturer, supporting local people and supplying Australian made products. Tailored Manufacturing
Leadership Team
Kaushal Kapadia CEO Schréder Australia
Angelia Fonseca CFO Schréder Australia
Kelly ODonoghue Regional HRBP
Peiying Zhang COO
Mark Zeigler R&D Quality & Compliance Manager
George Verghese Business Manager SCS
Greg Bell Business Manager Sports, Industry & Austube
Scott Powell Business Manager Road & Infrastructure
Steve Cox National Segment Sales Manager - Sport, Industry & Austube
Belinda Sahlman Sales Segment Manager Roadway & Urban Decorative
Schréder Australia group of companies comprises of:
Sylvania Schréder Focused on achieving the best outdoor solutions in Australia and New Zealand, we understand that the standards are unique, and that the needs of customers vary in our part of the world
Austube Schréder
SCS SCS is a trusted Systems Integrator that delivers reliable, scalable and sustainable solutions to make cities smarter
Australian manufacturer delivering custom light packages that incorporate cutting edge technologies to create innovative and intelligent lighting solutions for our customers
Total Staff +130
Combined years of Experience +380
Australian offices 4
Positive lighting solutions, at scale Focused on achieving the best outdoor solutions in Australia and New Zealand, we understand that the standards are unique and that the needs of customers vary in our part of the world. Backed by the strength of our global company - Schréder, our pool of services spans engineering, lighting design and project management coupled with a large local manufacturing facility. We have the in-house technical experience and capability to support the development of custom engineered solutions for the sports, infrastructure, industry and roadway sectors. We pride ourselves on the ability to deliver complete solutions for our customers. From design to after-sales services, for fast and easy installation, Sylvania Schréder is dedicated to delivering solutions that can achieve and exceed our customers expectations.
Sylvania’s History A global brand with 120 years of history. Sylvania Lighting Australasia Pty Ltd was the home of Roadway lighting in Australia for nearly 50 years. Sylvania Lighting was acquired by the Gerard family in 2009 and then integrated with Gerard Lighting in 2014. In April 2020, Schréder Group acquired Sylvania, allowing us to leverage Schréder’s global experience and technology
GLOBAL BRAND WITH 120 YEARS OF HISTORY
LOCAL BRAND FOR OVER 50 YEARS
ACQUIRED BY GERARD FAMILY IN 2009
RE-BRANDED SYLVANIA LIGHTING IN 2016
ACQUIRED BY SCHRÉDER IN APRIL 2020
Market Leaders Australia & NZ’s leading manufacturer of Luminaires
Established locally to understand the market needs, we ideate with our customers to deliver smart and sustainable lighting solutions for:
Cities + Communities
Sports
Industry
Tunnels
Roads
We believe in the power of linear and curved extrusions to transform spaces.
Since 1994, Austube linear lighting systems has been manufacturing high performance extrusion based luminaires that incorporate cutting edge technologies to create innovative and intelligent lighting solutions for our clients. We are one of the leading companies in Australia that specialises in aluminium luminaire extrusion, and our dedication to perfection in this area shines through in every project we deliver. Where other companies simply deliver products, we truly partner with our clients with proactive, collaborative service, and high touch customer solutions.
Just a few of our aesthetic, connected luminaires
SYLVANIA ROADLED
SYLVANIA STREETLED MK III
RAPTOR 3
SYLVANIA ROADLED MIDI
ECOBLAST
INDUFLOOD
SYLVANIA PARKVILLE II
SYLVANIA BOURKE HILL II
SYLVANIA AVENUE II
INDUBAY
IZYLUM
SYLVANIA B2001 II
TFLEX
FLEXIA
GREENSTAR 3
SHUFFLE SMART POLE
We bring smart cities to life by Sylvania Schréder
Our Smart City solutions integrate devices and data to drive civic and governance decision-making, and also create networks of partners among governments, businesses, non-profits, community groups, universities, and hospitals to expand and improve the ability to serve citizens. No matter what our customer specific urban challenges are, our vendor agnostic approach allows us to source the right technology to maximise the city’s efficiency, performance and liveability.
SCS connecting to the future +5
+50 +6 +100
Years of Expertise the Australian market
Connected Projects
Local Experts
International Experts
+20
+5
+100k Connected luminaires
Connected solutions
Major projects won
With unrivalled experience for Smart City visions Our century-long experience working alongside cities, has given us the clarity and insights to support them with their connected lighting and in laying the foundations for their smart city eco-systems . We work closely with our Smart City Centre of Excellence Schréder Hyperion , based in Portugal who are dedicated to developing open solutions that can integrate and interoperate with systems from other eco-system partners and repurpose existing infrastructure.
Employment perks People are at the heart of what we do. We provide all employees with an environment and resources to support their professional development. Our goal is to empower all employees to maximise their potential and develop their skill set. In addition to a competitive and attractive compensation package, we offer a great number of extra advantages such as: Company PAID PARENTAL LEAVE * for both primary and secondary care givers (up to 16 weeks for primary caregiver) Access to GOODHABITZ , our interactive learning platform that offers engaging courses and is available for your development 24/7 PROMOTIONAL AND PROJECT OPPORTUNITIES through our Global Mobility Program CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY with the rest of the team and congratulate our long serving employees over a slice of cake at our quarterly celebrations Join our CEO on a QUARTERLY BUSINESS UPDATE call to keep up-to-date with business goals and strategies
Recommend a charity of your choosing for our QUARTERLY CHARITABLE DONATION
Passionate about WHS ? We reward our employees who report hazards or incidents through our easily accessible QR codes
*Conditions Apply
Resources
SCHRÉDER INTRANET
‘Schréder Intranet’ is your hub for news, information, events, etc. Easy access via Microsoft Teams. You can also connect to other tools and platforms – Strategy & Business,
A Self-service hub for: • Payslips • Leave Balances • Leave Requests • Company Policies
Product & Solutions, Tools & Training, Admin & Support....
Introducing: Employment Hero How to lodge a leave application on Employment Hero
Lodging a leave application
Click here first to open leave request box
Add your dates and type of leave.
Once your leave has been entered click here send notification to your manager
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Resources
SCHRÉDER SKILL
YAMMER
Yammer communities enable you to share knowledge and build relationships across Schréder. There are many communities you can join. The workplace Communications Policy applies when using this platform and we ask everyone to be appropriate and respectful at all times. You can pin the VIVA ENGAGE app to the left side of Teams, enabling you to engage ask questions, get answers, and stay up-to-date with news and announcements from within Teams.
At Schréder, we believe in empowering our employees with the skills they need to excel in their roles. From soft skills to digital skills. From leadership to teamwork, you can access various platforms to learn:
SELF-DEVELOPMENT LEARNING PATHS
BUSINESS LEARNING PATHS:
INFORMATION AND UPDATES, INTERNAL COMMUNICATION:
BRANDING TOOLS This is your go-to section for all Corporate guidelines and tools to create your branded documents and presentations for your customers, partners and suppliers.
WEBSITES
Get to know us, browse through our websites: • Sylvania Schréder • Austube Schréder • SCS Schréder
Work Health & Safety
SCHRÉDER WHS Obligations
SCHRÉDER recognizes that in addition to minimising the incidence of work-related injury and illness, a safe and healthy work environment enhances the quality of products and services, consistency of production and worker retention and morale. SCHRÉDER also recognizes that ongoing worker input and education are essential to identifying and solving health and safety issues in the workplace.
Employee WHS Obligations
All Employees are obligated to look after the health and safety of themselves and everyone onsite by:
• Complying with health and safety instructions given • Using any personal protective equipment that has been provided to them • Not interfering or misusing any equipment provided for their workplace’s health and safety • Not willfully placing themselves or anyone else at risk • Reporting Hazards, Near-Misses and Incidents • Any employee who breaches this policy may be subject to disciplinary action
Schréder Australia - Locations
SCHRÉDER AUSTRALIA HEAD-OFFICE AND FACTORY:
3 INTERSTATE OFFICES:
CONTACT DETAILS:
Bldg 4A Parklands Estate 21-23 South St Rydalmere, NSW 2116,
SYLVANIA SCHRÉDER 1300 489 780 sales@sylvania-schreder.com
QUEENSLAND Lvl 2, 141 Logan Road Woolloongabba, QLD 4102
AUSTUBE SCHRÉDER 1300 595 780 sales@austube-schreder.com
Australian Manufacturing facility +2260m 2
Australian Warehouse +2470m 2
VICTORIA Suite 41 (D1.0 Ground Floor) 63-85 Turner Street, Port Melbourne Victoria 3207 WESTERN AUSTRALIA 20 Oxford Close West Leederville WA 6007
SCS 1300 489 780 info@scs-schreder.com
• It is a WHS requirement that all employees sign in and out of the building at the beginning and end of the working day. The Schréder premises and whole Parklands Estate is a smoke-free working environment, including e-cigarettes. • Everyone entering the factory/warehouse area at minimum must wear: - High Visibility Vest - Steel Cap Shoes - Eye Protection (Production Areas) • Please stay at designated pedestrian only zones and pedestrian pathways • No using phones whilst moving around the factory/warehouse • No using phones whilst walking up/down the stairs • Please use handrails when walking up/down the stairs inside and outside the building • Only trained employees can use production equipment • Safe Work Procedures (SWPs) must always be observed
Ready to build the future with us?
by Sylvania Schréder
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