Executive Summary
Chess Moving Australia and its sites recognise the critical importance of sustainable transport in shaping a resilient, responsible future. This Sustainability Programme outlines our commitment and strategic actions across Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) dimensions. As a transport company, we aim to reduce our ecological footprint, ensure inclusive workplaces, and uphold high ethical standards in our operations.
Our Commitment to Sustainability
Our vision is to deliver safe, efficient, and sustainable transport services while reducing our environmental impact, enhancing community value, and promoting strong governance.
Sustainability Pillars:
- Environment - Reduce carbon emissions and optimize resource efficiency.
- Social Responsibility - Foster a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace.
- Governance - Operate with integrity, transparency, and accountability
Environment Responsibility
At Chess Moving, we understand that every move has an environmental footprint — and we are committed to reducing ours. As a removalist transport company, we take our responsibility to the planet seriously and are actively working to integrate sustainable practices across all areas of our operations. Our commitment to environmental responsibility includes;
Our Policy
This includes a mission- statement from management showing our company’s commitment to reducing the impact on the environment.
Assessing the Environmental Impact of Our Business
Chess have implemented a structured evaluation process that includes data collection, performance metrics, and continuous monitoring. This includes such areas as;
- Fuel Use
- Energy Consumption in the warehouse of Office
- Waste Management - generation and disposal
- Carbon Footprint Impact
Collection of Data
We are continually evaluating and developing Objectives and Targets to reduce the environmental impact of our company’s operations. Collecting accurate data is essential for improvement. Areas of data collection include;
- Fleet fuel usage and type
- Maintenance records
- Depot and facility energy use.
- Waste Diversion Rate
- Procurement – Environmentally friendly products
Key Initiatives include:
- Fleet Modernization: Transition to improved fuel efficiency vehicles
- Fuel Efficiency: Provide driver assist information on optimizing driving behaviour
- Energy Use: Manage electrical usage via basic principles of air conditioning usage and auto sleep modes for IT items.
- Waste Management: Implement recycling, waste tracking, and reduction strategies.
- Route Optimization: Use intelligent logistics systems to minimize fuel consumption
Our Objectives
Considering the data collected, we look to evaluate KPI improvements in the following aspects.
- Fuel efficiency (L/100km)
- Waste Diversion Rate waste weight going to landfill v’s recycling
- Maintenance Records 100% completed on time.
- Paper volume (reduction of purchased reams)
- Electrical energy cost.
Procurement
We purchase significant volumes of goods, services and materials. We are committed to using our purchasing power to drive sustainable and ethical supply chains that ensure economic, social and environmental benefits.
Social Responsibility
Chess is committed to meaningful community collaboration and engagement to ensure we leave a positive and sustainable legacy. We want to enable local communities to articulate their concerns and actively engage with us through effective consultation and outreach. This helps us to identify the needs of the community and to deliver integrated place-based designs and investment that create vibrant, strong and socially connected communities with improved quality of life, health, economic and social wellbeing.
Health and Safety & Wellbeing
We confirm our commitment through our Occupational Health and Safety Policy [CMA01-P03]. This includes our obligations and commitment to the safety of our employees and the immediate community, our objectives and responsibilities of a PCBU and how we implement the policy. With new laws around Psychosocial Hazards, Chess is aware of the pressures of home and work life and have committed to highlighting and proactively providing the support needed to maintain a safe environment for all workers.
Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
We enhance our commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion by initiating from the start our assurance to provide equal employment opportunities for all people, and ensure our workplace is free from all kinds of harassment that isolate an individual.
Employee Engagement and Learning
At Chess, we are committed to building a safe, inclusive, and forward-thinking workplace where our employees are empowered to grow and succeed. As a key part of our social responsibility, we invest in ongoing training, upskilling, and open communication to ensure our team remains engaged, informed, and motivated. From drivers and mechanics to logistics and support staff, we promote a culture of learning and collaboration that strengthens our workforce, enhances service quality, and contributes to the sustainable growth of the transport industry and the communities we connect.
Community Engagement
Chess is more than just a removalist transport service — we are part of the communities we move. We recognize the emotional and logistical challenges that come with relocation, and we are committed to supporting the people and neighbourhoods we serve with care, respect, and responsibility.
Our approach to community engagement includes:
- Partnering with local charities, shelters, and social enterprises to donate gently used furniture and household goods from willing clients to families in need.
- Supporting community relocation initiatives, such as assisting vulnerable individuals, including the elderly, domestic violence survivors, and low-income families, with discounted or pro bono services.
- Hiring locally and providing training and employment opportunities to contribute to local economic development.
- Actively listening to community and client feedback to continuously improve our services in a way that aligns with local needs and expectations.
By investing in the communities we move, we aim to make every transition a positive experience — not just for our clients, but for the broader community.
Our Code of Conduct also reflects our commitment to our immediate community being the client. Where opportunities allow, each Chess site contributes to causes that assist in the disadvantaged area of our society.
Governance Practices
Sustainability governance helps us implement sustainability strategies across the business, manage goal setting and reporting processes, strengthen relations with external stakeholders, and ensures overall accountability. Chess plans to operate and thrive simultaneously creating a long-term positive impact and making sustainability changes at a gradual and financially stable rate, by addressing key areas of our business.
Communication
At Chess Moving, we believe that the success of our Corporate Sustainability Program relies not only on action, but on meaningful communication. We are committed to keeping our staff, supply chain partners, and customers informed and engaged in our sustainability journey.
Communication with Staff:
We integrate sustainability into our company culture by regularly updating our team on sustainability goals, progress, and practices. Through staff meetings, toolbox meetings, training programs, SharePoint newsletters, and digital platforms, we empower our employees to take an active role in reducing environmental impact, improving workplace practices, and promoting ethical operations.
Communication with Supply Chain Partners:
We maintain open and proactive communication with our suppliers and service providers to ensure alignment with our sustainability standards. We share our environmental and social responsibility expectations, provide updates on policy changes, and collaborate on initiatives that promote fuel efficiency, waste reduction, and ethical sourcing.
Communication with Private and Corporate:
We communicate our sustainability values and initiatives to customers through our website, service brochures, booking confirmations, and social media. We also offer customers sustainable service options—such as reusable packing materials or donation coordination.
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