CWTC Group views employees as our most valuable asset and incorporates this perspective into our recruitment, compensation design, performance management, and training policies and systems, with a focus on enhancing both company growth and employee effectiveness. We prioritize hiring local talent as partners, believing that mutual success with employees is key to the Company's sustainable development and enables employees to enjoy their work and harness collective strength.
CWTC Group complies with regulations set by the International Labour Organization and local labor standards, ensuring that no child labor is employed and that no individuals are forced or coerced into performing labor. In line with the fundamental human right to equal employment opportunities, we base hiring decisions solely on professional abilities and job fit, without consideration of race, ideology, religion, political affiliation, nationality, gender, marital status, or disability. The CWTC Group also adheres to relevant regulations regarding the promotion of persons with disabilities and assigns suitable job roles based on their capabilities.
As of the end of December 2024, CWTC Group employed a total of 2,260 staff (97.16%), with 66 workers (2.84%) hired through external contractors for tasks such as site cleaning, security and gardening. Among the total employees, 62% are male and 38% are female, with the majority (65%) aged between 30 and 50. There were 230 resignations, a 31% decrease compared to 2023. The number of employees with disabilities is 10, and the number of minority group members is 7, representing approximately 0.44% and 0.31%, respectively.
To address local labor shortages, a portion of our workforce consists of foreign employees from overseas who are required to hold work visas. In 2024, a total of 233 employees required work visa applications, accounting for 10.31% of the workforce. All foreign employees requiring visas are recruited through legally authorized agencies, and their employment contracts are provided in their native languages. These contracts clearly outline details such as working hours, salary, and accommodation arrangements to ensure transparency and protect the rights and interests of both parties.
In 2024, CWTC Group did not experience any significant operational changes. In the event of major operational changes, the company will provide prior notice in accordance with local labor laws. (10–30 days in Taiwan, within 30 days in Mainland China, 1–4 weeks in Singapore, and 4–8 weeks in Malaysia)
To support local education, enhance students' practical work experience, and reduce population outflow, Kaohsiung plant actively collaborate with nearby universities and colleges through industry-academia partnerships. We provide students with opportunities for practical training. The details of our industry-academia cooperation for the year 2024 are as follows: