The Voice Issue 31

EMPLOYEE MAGAZINE AUSTRALIA

WELCOME FROM PETER McCANN

In early July, our villages and corporate offices celebrated NAIDOC Week, a week where we recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week is a great opportunity to celebrate and learn more about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

In August we received the fantastic news that Civeo had won three awards. Congratulations to Civeo’s Coppabella village, winner of the 2023 Restaurant & Catering Association Awards for Excellence within the ‘Industrial/ Institutional Catering’ category in the North Queensland area. In addition, Civeo was recognised by the Australian Business Awards 2023 as an ABA100 Winner for Business Innovation, and as an ABA100 Winner for Community Contribution. You can read more details in this edition. Congratulations to all involved, these wins reflect a great team effort.

Last month we also launched Civeo’s first Diversity, Equity and Inclusion survey. Thank you for taking part in the survey, as your input will play a vital role in shaping inclusive and respectful actions, while celebrating the diverse strengths that unite our organisation as a whole.

This month the villages also supported R U OK? Day – an important date in the calendar when we take time to ensure our colleagues, family and friends are coping with life. At Civeo, we take mental health seriously. By introducing initiatives such as Respect@Civeo, Mental Health Month and Resourceful Minds, Civeo aims to ensure that we inspire and empower our employees, so they are fully equipped to support anyone who needs help.

Lastly, in October we will recognise National Mental Health Month and, with one in five Australians experiencing a mental health illness, the importance of fostering good mental health practices in the workplace has never been more important. Civeo will be marking National Mental Health Month throughout its villages and offices to raise awareness of mental health.

I thank you all for a fantastic and positive third quarter.

Peter McCann Managing Director & Senior Vice President, Australia

Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation, Civeo acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of country throughout Australia, and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

CIVEO WINS AWARDS!

CIVEO HAS BEEN RECOGNISED AS AN ABA100 WINNER FOR BUSINESS INNOVATION, AND AS AN ABA100 WINNER FOR COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTION IN THE AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS AWARDS 2023.

The Australian Business Award for Business Innovation [BIA] recognises organisations that have successfully implemented initiatives that demonstrate leadership and commitment to business innovation. In addition, the Australian Business Award for Community Contribution [CCA] recognises organisations that implement initiatives that have a positive impact on the community and generate outcomes that have a long-term benefit.

As part of Civeo’s dedication to provide a healthy environment for every guest, and with encouragement from clients to develop healthier choices, Civeo identified a unique opportunity to develop and implement an innovative, holistic approach to the experience in its dining rooms. The scope included developing healthier menus; defining target healthy eating habits to promote to guests;

marketing campaigns and communications; and updating the interior design of its dining rooms. The various elements combined to create a unique and fresh, innovative dining experience within the resource sector that had positive impacts on the health and wellbeing of guests and employees.

The Civeo CONNECT - Banter with a Barber program was born through a desire to connect local businesses to Civeo guests in a meaningful way. Trialling a program of barber visits at Civeo’s Queensland villages as part of the annual Mental Health Month campaign proved the tangible benefits increased connections to the local community could create. The Civeo CONNECT grant was aimed at opening a new marketing channel for small, local businesses by enabling them to connect with Civeo guests and staff.

ABA100 Winner for Business Innovation

ABA100 Winner for Community Contribution

2023 RESTAURANT & CATERING ASSOCIATION AWARDS

Announced in August on the Gold Coast, the Restaurant & Catering Association Hostplus Association Awards for Excellence gives restaurants, cafés and caterers well deserved recognition for their hard work, quality food and personalised service.

Civeo was extremely proud to have three of its villages announced as finalists – Coppabella, Moranbah and Nebo,

with Coppabella taking out the win. This is the second time a Bowen Basin village has won the award.

Well done to all involved - a terrific achievement. Winning these awards is highly significant. They demonstrate the work undertaken and implemented by Civeo employees, work which upholds Civeo’s core values: Safety, Care, Integrity, Excellence and Collaboration.

MOVE FOR MIND

Exercise can play a key role in reducing the symptoms of anxiety and depression and can also help with improving sleep quality. Engaging in regular physical activity in leisure time not only helps to reduce symptoms of depression in adults, it may even play a role in preventing depression from developing.

The Australian Government recommends that the average adult should aim for 2.5-5 hours of moderate intensity physical activity each week or 1.25-2.5 hours of vigorous intensity physical activity, or a combination of both intensity levels that meets somewhere in the middle. Moderate intensity activities are things like brisk walking, swimming or even mowing the lawn. Vigorous activity also varies from independent activities to organised team sports, and this might look like jogging, cycling or playing a more fastpaced sport.

When it comes to exercising for mental health, the research currently varies. It has been suggested to engage supervised moderate-intensity aerobic exercise (or a combination of aerobic and resistance exercise) for 45-50 minutes, twice or three times a week for several weeks, to effectively target depression. Whilst this seems highly prescriptive, other research shows that there might be a bit more flexibility when it comes to choosing activities that are both effective in supporting mental health and suited to one’s culture, ability and preferences.

A recent review of existing studies found evidence of benefits across a variety of physical activities, including cardio, strength, yoga and mixed-mode exercise, when it comes to anxiety and depression. More specifically, resistance exercise (e.g., using weights) proved to have the largest effects on depressive symptoms, while mind-body and yoga-based exercise better targeted anxiety. What this

analysis tells us is that different types of exercise may play a role in managing different symptoms. The review also found that greater effects were associated with higher intensity physical activity and shorter durations of exercise in the intervention, when compared with a longer time spent exercising.

How does this play into our wellbeing and activity at work?

There is a known risk to mental health with inactivity, specifically prolonged periods of sitting and therefore it is important to consider ways that we can create opportunities for movement in our workday to support our health. This could be anything from planned exercise (e.g., cycling the commute or organising a walking meeting), to simply moving through the office more (e.g., standing to answer the phone or opting for the stairs over the lift).

Source: EAP Assist www.eapassist.com.au

CIVEO RAISES AWARENESS FOR R U OK? DAY

Right around Australia, Civeo villages celebrated R U OK? Day on Thursday 14 September. In the lead-up to the day, Civeo also partnered with the R U OK? Organisation to raise awareness for this important cause.

Be prepared for the conversation

Conversation tips

Find

Remove distractions

Ensure you have enough time

Be present and actively listen

Let them know you want to support them

Talk through ideas of what they could do to manage the situation

Share what you’ve noticed in a non-judgemental way

Embrace any silences

Check in regularly so they know you care

COMMUNITY UPDATE

NAIDOC WEEK WRAP UP

NAIDOC Week was celebrated across Civeo’s villages and communities throughout the month of July.

At Dysart, Coppabella and Moranbah villages, staff on shift were treated to a special ‘Welcome to Country’ ceremony which included a smoking ceremony and traditional dancers. The Barada Barna’s Chair, Niccy Muller, hosted the ceremonies and talked with staff about the importance of a ‘Welcome’ from Traditional Owners.

Staff and guests at Ironbridge Japal village were thrilled to have the Nyamal Traditional Owners join them on site for the opening of their NAIDOC Week event. Village Manager Tyron Smith said, “It was an absolute honour to witness some of the Nyamal Elders grace Japal village with their presence as we came together to celebrate this significant occasion.”

He added, "It was a valuable reminder of the rich cultural heritage Civeo is fortunate to be a part of. The spirit of NAIDOC Week resonated deeply within us all, and we were grateful for the opportunity to pay tribute to the history,

achievements and ongoing contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.” In conclusion, he said, "Together, we reaffirmed our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment that respects and embraces the traditions and perspectives of all.”

Hamilton village staff and guests got in on the celebrations too, hosting a NAIDOC Week Eat Street event. The menu featured kangaroo tail stews and damper plus other traditional dishes including emu rump, crocodile sausages and crocodile san choy bow.

At Civeo Owned villages, menu items were designed by three of our talented apprentice chefs. Thanks to Anje Bester, Jacob Edwards and Scott Gallacher for their contributions. Dishes included kangaroo stroganoff, buffalo sausages, and some sweet options including quince and lemon myrtle syrup cake, davidson plum, macadamia crumble and lemon myrtle cheesecake.

Congratulations to everyone involved across Civeo’s village teams for their outstanding efforts.

VILLAGES SHOW COMMUNITY SPIRIT FOR NAIDOC CELEBRATIONS

Thanks to the teams at Dysart and Middlemount villages for hosting our Traditional Owners, the Barada Barna, who visited the region at the end of July for special community NAIDOC events. Without the assistance of Civeo, and these teams, free community events such as these are not possible.

In Port Hedland, the Hamilton village team were asked by FMG to support the NAIDOC Awards by providing wait staff for the event. Village Manager Kate Oldham said it was a great event to be a part of and she was humbled by the professionalism of the team.

EVENT SEASON IN THE BOWEN BASIN

It’s been a busy start to event season in the Bowen Basin with plenty of events for our teams to support through sponsorship and attendance.

Village team members from Dysart and Middlemount had a great day out at the Middlemount Races, which Civeo has been a long-term sponsor of. The event is a great opportunity for the community to come together and let their hair down for a day of fun.

In Moranbah, Civeo was a first-time sponsor of the Moranbah Rainbow Gala. The annual flagship event for the Moranbah Rainbow Collective is a night of entertainment which members of the team thoroughly enjoyed. The Gala raises much needed funds to go back into supporting the local LGBTQI+ members and organisations within the local community.

QUEENSLAND RESOURCE COUNCIL’S INDIGENOUS AWARDS

Civeo was proud to sponsor this year’s Queensland Resource Council’s Indigenous Awards, held at The W Hotel in Brisbane in June.

Representatives from Civeo Brisbane and Perth corporate offices enjoyed the event that featured the best of the best of Indigenous representation within the QLD resource sector.

Entertainment provided by students from the Aboriginal Centre for the Performing Arts was an absolute highlight of the evening.

All attendees went home feeling particularly inspired by the work happening within the Queensland resource sector and how it continues to advance opportunities for Indigenous students, employees and leaders.

MEN’S HEALTH WEEK

Men’s Health Week was held across Civeo villages in midJune, to promote and support the health and wellbeing of men and boys in our communities.

HLC-led activities, with support from Communities, were held across the Bowen Basin villages. Donna's Barbers returned, to provide barber services, and free massages, provided by Bee Rosie Health and Wellbeing, were introduced. Both of these were made possible through CONNECT Civeo’s Community Grant program.

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THREE GOOD APPS – THAT ARE FREE!

MOODMISSION

MoodMission helps you learn new and better ways of coping with low moods and anxiety. Tell MoodMission how you’re feeling and it will give you a tailored list of five missions that can help you feel better. Missions are activities and mental health strategies that are quick, easily achievable, and backed up by scientific evidence. MoodMission is based in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), which is an evidence-based psychological therapy for anxiety and depression. Anyone can use MoodMission, whether you just want a lift in your day or need a bit more help recovering from anxiety or depression.

www.au.reachout.com/tools-and-apps/moodmission

REACHOUT WORRYTIME

Everyone has worries pop into their head from time to time, but sometimes they won’t go away and start to impact your everyday life. ReachOut WorryTime interrupts this repetitive thinking by setting aside your worries until later, so you don’t get caught up in them and can get on with your day. This means you can deal with worries once a day, rather than carrying them around with you 24/7. Produced in consultation with the Centre for Clinical Interventions, ReachOut WorryTime is based on cognitive behavioural techniques that are used by health and wellbeing practitioners to assist people with anxiety and stress.

www.au.reachout.com/tools-and-apps/reachout-worrytime

BREATHE2RELAX

Breathe2Relax provides instructions for deep breathing exercises that can help reduce stress. Deep breathing has been shown to improve mood and deal with anger and anxiety. It can be used wherever you are, as a standalone tool, or combined with other therapies.

www.au.reachout.com/tools-and-apps/breathe2relax

Source: EAP Assist www.eapassist.com.au

GOOGLE REVIEWS

We’ve received a range of positive reviews on Google recently – well done village teams!

Boggabri

Food variety is amazing. 24-hour gym is a pleasant surprise.

Dysart

Great food, awesome staff and clean rooms :) What more could you want :)

Coppabella

Best FIFO village I've ever experienced in 12 years of FIFO. It's clean and landscaped, the food is great with a really friendly atmosphere.

Karratha

Good accommodation, nice atmosphere, can't ask for more.

Middlemount

Mine Worker. Stayed at the camp for 10 years. Top staff in all areas. Always polite and professional. Be polite and they will treat you accordingly. Top spot. Top camp.

Narrabri

Staff here are best I've encountered anywhere.

Karratha

Friendly staff. Good food, comfortable room, good FIFO accommodation.

Nebo

Neat, tidy village with very tasty meals! All you need after a hard day's work!

There’s something in the water on Level Seven in the Sydney Office!

CONGRATULATIONS TO AMY CUTHBERT

Kerry Elizabeth Kelleher was born 18 July at 3.56am, weighing 3.34kg. She will be keeping pace with her three brothers in no time!

CONGRATULATIONS TO JELENA DJURDJEVIC

Melenia Djurdjevic was born 9 August at 12.32am, weighing 3.02kg. I’m sure brother Nikolaj will do a fine job looking after his little sister!

BYO WORK MATE

BYO WORK MATE

Review the Vacancy Bulletin for current job postings

1. Review the Vacancy Bulletin for current job postings

Email your referred candidate’s resume to aus.bne.hr@civeo.com (Civeo) or careerswa@civeo.com (CIS)

2. Email your referred candidate’s resume to aus.bne.hr@civeo.com (Civeo) or careerswa@civeo.com (CIS)

end up hiring them (and they successfully pass probation period), you’ll be eligible for incentives to the value of $500.

As Easy as 1-2-3! *Terms

3. If we end up hiring them (and they successfully pass the probation period), you’ll be eligible for incentives up to the value of $500.

Together, let’s expand our team of talented people!

As Easy as 1-2-3! *Terms

Together, let’s expand our team of talented people!

AROUND THE VILLAGES

SAY GOODBYE TO PLASTIC BAGS IN THE BOWEN BASIN

Since the 1st September, Civeo villages in the Bowen Basin have been phasing out the plastic bags in The Crib, and replacing them with heavyweight paper bags. The paper bags are recyclable and compostable which is great for the environment!

EXCITING NEW MENUS

An exciting new Spring Menu launched on the 4th September in our Civeo-owned villages. Coupled with the new ‘well.’ branding, which identifies the healthy meal options and the vegetarian/vegan dishes on menus and labels, the menus are designed to help guests and staff choose healthier meal options while in our dining rooms.

AIMEE ASHBURTON WINS THE ‘DEADLY AS’ AWARD

Congratulations to Aimee Ashburton from retail at Kartajirri village for winning the ‘Deadly As’ award! The ‘Deadly As’ award is awarded to a staff member who excels in their role. Aimee won the award for being an absolute shining light in Kartajirri’s retail shop. She is a hard worker who has a terrific rapport with her team, is well respected and a friend to all. Always positive and always smiling, Aimee is well known by all residents in the village. Thanks for the positive attitude Aimee, keep up the good work!

TOOLBOX FUN AT MORANBAH

The housekeeping team at Moranbah had some toolbox fun putting trust into their fellow colleagues!

DYSART JUNIOR GOLF CLUB

Civeo was proud to be a silver sponsor of the Moranbah Junior Golf Open. Civeo also donated food for the Dysart Junior Golf Open, both events where held across the weekend of 15-16 July. These two not-for-profit organisations ensure golf lessons, coaching, and training equipment are available for budding junior golfers within the local communities so they have the same opportunities as their city counterparts.

When did you first start working at Civeo and what was your previous role before Civeo?

I started in December 2011 as a GSA at Coppabella.

What is your favourite thing about working for Civeo?

Community. I have worked in all the COV villages in Australia and found that Civeo has a terrific community of people. Of course, in any small, isolated group of humans there are “ups & downs”. Civeo staff are welcoming, generous, hardworking, communicative and care. This is the experience I have had across village life.

What is your favourite kind of cuisine?

Anything Vegetarian.

If you won the lottery, what would you do first? Wait for it to drop into my bank account, assess what is left after the tax person has taken their haul, then make some logical and illogical decisions in what to do.

What is the best vacation you have ever taken?

There are many that are memorable, all for varying reasons. Vancouver to San Francisco travelling with Amtrack. Solo.

MEET DAVID LEDGER

VILLAGE MANAGER, NEBO

Loved Vancouver – the food outshone USA, skied in Whistler after a 20 year break from skiing. Hill runs look HUGE from the peak when you really have little idea how to get to the bottom without the possibility of injury. Here I am though.

Palm Springs, California – twice! Total eye opener there! Liberty definitely was blindfolded.

India, thrice! Visiting an Ashram deep in Rajasthan and one time with my Mother. Travelling from New Delhi to Agra, with Mother to see the Taj Mahal, vultures fighting over a carcass of a dead dog, poverty, in a taxi. The taxi trip alone was enough to put grey hairs on ones back!

What is your favourite animal and why?

All animals – that is why I do endeavour not to kill or eat ‘em.

If you could make one rule for everyone in the world to follow, what would it be? Practice being mannered.

What is the best advice you have ever received?

You can take a horse to water, but you cannot make it drink, and to work out the difference between being alone and lonely.

If you could switch lives with any one person for one day, who would you choose?

I wouldn’t because one never knows what is going on in someone else’s head. Their lives might look fabulous, their words might be wondrous, but I know what goes on in my head and really do not want to know another’s.

I could be quite traumatic being dumped back into one’s own life after an experience like that…or not.

What is your favourite way to spend an afternoon?

On the beach under an umbrella, with food, drink – by myself or with some good company.

How long have you worked at Civeo and what does your role entail?

Currently I’ve been with Civeo for eight weeks. My role consists of providing health and wellness programs to village residents. I also plan and execute social events and activities with the intention of building resident engagement and relationships.

Do you have a favourite type of exercise?

Mixed Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Rugby is definitely my favourite type of exercise. But I also love a good CrossFit workout of the day.

A genie gives you three wishes—what are they?

1. Have enough wealth to set my family up for life.

2. Cure for cancer.

3. Calories don’t count anymore!

If you could have a superpower, what would it be?

The ability to turn invisible.

What is your dream type of car?

Shelby GT 500, 2005

What takes up too much of your time?

I watch too much TV while on RnR so I’m trying to cut down on my viewing time.

What’s your favourite genre of book or movie?

Personal Development!

What pets did you have while you were growing up?

Dogs, cats, fish, chickens and lizards.

MEET LUKE SYMONDS

HEALTH & WELLNESS COORDINATOR

What is the most annoying habit that other people have?

Always competing with others and trying to “win” at bad situations. For example, when someone has a bad day, they always have to mention their day was worse because of “XYZ” and not acknowledging the other person.

Who is your favourite band/artist?

I have three! Which are - 21 Savage, Young Dolph and

RECIPE CORNER WITH CIS

ANTHONY OUSCHAN – CULINARY SPECIALIST CIS

Anthony (Tony) is a member of Civeo’s Culinary Specialist Team. Having been in the hospitality Industry for over four decades, he graduated with a Culinary Degree from the C.I.A. (Culinary Institute of America) in New York State.

Raised in Canada and ending up in Australia for the last three decades, Anthony enhanced his chef skills by doing what many chefs do, and that is, travel the world and work alongside great mentors!

Tony has been with Civeo for nine months and is enjoying the work culture that Civeo brings to a business. He says, “The key to success is your team, and as a Chef and person, you should never stop listening and learning from others. Never lose passion for what you do”.

Tony has been kind enough to share a recipe of a cuisine that is not so familiar to most chefs, and one cuisine that he is very passionate about – Burmese Gin Thoke.

METHOD

BURMESE GIN THOKE

1. Prepare the ginger: Peel the ginger root and julienne it into thin, matchstick-like pieces. You can use a mandolin slicer or a sharp knife to do this. After julienning, soak the ginger in cold water for about 5 minutes to remove any bitterness. Then drain the water and pat the ginger dry using a paper towel.

2. Toast the sesame seeds: In a dry pan over low-medium heat, toast the sesame seeds until they turn light golden and fragrant. Keep stirring to prevent burning. Remove from heat and set aside.

10-15 mins prep | 5-10 mins cook

Can be served as a salad on its own or condiment to a meal approximately 4-6 people.

INGREDIENTS

1 cup fresh ginger, peeled and julienned

1/4 cup fried garlic chips (you can find them in Asian grocery stores or make your own by frying sliced garlic until crispy)

1/4 cup roasted peanuts

2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

1/4 cup fried yellow split peas (optional)

2-3 green chillies, finely chopped (adjust to your spice preference)

1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro (coriander leaves)

1/4 cup finely chopped green onions (scallions)

1 tablespoon fish sauce or soy sauce (for a vegetarian version)

2 tablespoons peanut oil (or any other vegetable oil)

Juice of 1 lime (adjust to taste)

Salt, to taste

I personally add chickpea flour and shredded napa cabbage for a different Burmese version.

3. Prepare the fried garlic: If you don't have pre-made fried garlic chips, you can fry thinly sliced garlic in oil until golden brown and crispy. Remove the garlic slices from the oil and place them on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.

4. Mix the salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the julienned ginger, fried garlic chips, roasted peanuts, toasted sesame seeds, fried yellow split peas (if using), chopped green chillies, coriander, and green onions.

5. Dressing: In a separate small bowl, mix the fish sauce (or soy sauce for a vegetarian version) with the peanut oil and lime juice. Adjust the seasoning to your taste, adding a pinch of salt if necessary.

6. Toss the salad: Pour the dressing over the ginger mixture and toss everything together until the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.

7. Serve: Gin Thoke is best served immediately to enjoy its freshness and crunchiness. You can serve it as a side dish or as a standalone appetizer.

LENGTH OF SERVICE

WE CONGRATULATE THE FOLLOWING STAFF WHO’VE REACHED EMPLOYMENT MILESTONES (5, 7, 10 OR 15 YEARS) IN THE THREE MONTHS TO 30 SEPTEMBER.

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