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About Santral Enerji
Santral Enerji provides holistic services to its customers from project development stage to financing, from installation to operation of the power plant for solar energy based electricity generation plants (SPP), which are increasing in importance every year in the world and in our country.
Sun-Unlimited A.Ş., one of the founders of the company, has been operating in the solar energy sector since 2017 and has been involved in over 350MW projects including Turkey, Lebanon,Tunisia and Afghanistan. At the same time, it continues to provide services to many investor and contractor companies in investment consultancy, contract management, technical specification preparation, construction period field supervision, tender consultancy, customer relationship management and project development.
Santral Enerji has adopted an end-to-end service policy, provides all official and bureaucratic services related to SPP for the customers it serves, and carries out project design and installation in accordance with TSE and international IEC standards. After the installation, it monitors the production of the power plant with remote monitoring and provides periodic maintenance and repair works.
Our company also provides flexible and fast financing to its customers through savings sharing (ESCO) and long-term sales contracts. In addition to solar energy, which is its main business line, it continues its electricity trading activities, including I-REC certified green energy. In early 2023, Santral Enerji joined the Birleşim Mühendislik family and opened its Macedonia representative office in the same year and continues to intensify its services in a wide geography extending from Europe to the Middle East. With Santral Enerji joining the Birleşim Mühendislik family, it offers holistic engineering services in the field of “Electricity Generation Contracting EPC” with more than 20 years of Birleşim experience in mechanical and electrical contracting.
Quality, Environment and OHS Policy
Structuring the OHS Management System by creating the appropriate documentation in line with national laws and regulations, international obligations, laws and regulations in the country where the project is carried out, the requirements of the national and international organisations of which we are a member, the requirements of the specifications, the expectations of the customer and other stakeholders.
Within the scope of OHS activities, all kinds of resources are allocated by the senior management and our employees, subcontractor and supplier company employees are raised awareness with trainings.
OHS Management System; national laws and regulations, international obligations, laws and regulations in the country where the project is carried out, the conditions of the national and international organisations of which we are a member, the requirements of the specification, the creation of appropriate documentation in line with the expectations of the customer and other stakeholders.
With the participation of all employees; by preparing a suitable work environment, minimising the risks to occupational health and safety, developing a management system and ensuring its continuity.
Our environmental policies
Compliance with environmental legislation and regulations.
Disposing of the wastes produced in a way that does not harm the environment and people by preventing them from being thrown into nature.
Raising awareness of our employees, customers and suppliers about the environment.
Our quality policies
Ensuring maximum customer satisfaction with project, manufacturing, assembly and other services.
Creating the desire to always be ahead of its competitors by constantly following the technology.
Realisation of services on time, safely, economically and without compromising quality.
Being respectful to nature in accordance with environmental and OHS legislation, providing a healthy and safe working environment for its employees.
Information Security Policy
In order to manage all kinds of information produced in our company in the light of legal legislation and using risk methods in accordance with the principles of “confidentiality, integrity and accessibility” ;
To fulfill the requirements of Information Security Standards.
To comply with all legal regulations related to Information Security.
Identify risks to information assets and manage risks in a systematic manner.
To continuously review and improve the Information Security Management System.
It is our main policy to carry out trainings to improve technical and behavioural competencies in order to increase Information Security awareness.
Our Code of Ethics
Birleşim Mühendislik Isıtma Soğutma Havalandırma Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. (Company) and its subsidiary Solar Santral Eneji A.Ş. (herein after referred to as the Group) adopt to be transparent, fair and accountable in its relations with its stakeholders. While carrying out its activities, it complies with the relevant legislation, contractual commitments, acts within the framework of the “Code of Ethics” and considers adherence to ethical values as a prerequisite in all its activities.
The purpose of our Code of Ethics is to set forth the principles that will sustain our culture of honesty, integrity and doing the right thing. Our Group is aware of its social responsibility and its role in social and economic life and takes into consideration the development of society and the economy while continuing its activities.
One of the main indicators of establishing a company structure that complies with corporate governance principles is that individuals in businesses behave ethically while fulfilling their duties and responsibilities and contribute to the formation of a corporate governance culture by improving their behaviour.
Our Group’s Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct covers “Birleşim Mühendislik A.Ş. and Solar Santral Enerji A.Ş.” and all third parties and employees acting on their behalf.
Integrity
The principle of honesty is essential in all our internal and external relationships and business processes. We act with integrity and honesty in our relations with our employees and all our stakeholders such as persons, institutions, organisations and parties, customers, suppliers, shareholders, potential employees, investors, analysts, non-governmental and public organisations, etc. with whom we come into contact or interact within the scope of our activities.
Confidentiality and Protection of Confidential Information Policy
Information is one of the most important assets that companies will benefit from in order to realise their goals. It is the common responsibility of every employee to use information effectively, to share it correctly and to ensure the confidentiality, integrity and accessibility of information in this process.
Confidential information includes, but is not limited to;
It includes, but is not limited to, intellectual property rights and all kinds of innovations belonging to Birleşim Group Companies, as well as databases, printed communication materials, business processes and business plans (marketing, product, technical), business strategies, information on strategic partnerships and partners, financial information, personnel personal information, customer lists, prices, product designs, method knowledge (know-how), specifications, identity information of potential and actual customers, information on suppliers and all kinds of similar written, graphic or readable information.
Such information is used only for professional purposes required by the job and duty in accordance with the law and legislation and is shared only with the relevant authorised persons.
This information cannot be disclosed to third parties unless disclosure is mandatory in accordance with the Official Authorities and Legislation.
This information cannot be changed, copied or falsified. Necessary precautions are taken to ensure that the information is kept and not disclosed.
Confidential files cannot be taken out of the Company. For confidential information that must be taken out of the Company, the approval of the responsible person or senior management must be obtained.
This information cannot be disclosed to third parties unless it is mandatory to disclose it in accordance with the Official Authorities and Legislation.
Passwords, user codes and similar identifying information used to access company information are kept confidential and not disclosed to anyone other than authorised users.
The above ethical obligations regarding confidentiality continue for the period after leaving the Company for employees who leave the Company for any reason.
Avoiding Conflict of Interest
Situations where individual interests and the interests of the Group or related persons and organizations may conflict are observed and prevented. While fulfilling their duties, Group employees prioritize the self-interest of the corporation above all else, and refrain from any actions and behaviors that could be construed as benefiting themselves or their relatives by using the resources or reputation of the corporation. Behaviors that may constitute a major conflict of interest are listed below.
Wages, fringe benefits and similar personal information of personnel, which reflect the Company policy and are personalized, are confidential and cannot be disclosed to anyone other than authorized persons. Personnel information is sent in a personalized manner. Personnel may not disclose this information to others or put pressure on other employees to disclose this information.
The Company acts in accordance with the legislation on the Protection of Personal Data.
Do not act in favor of yourself and your relatives.
Accepting and giving gifts.
Political activities.
Indirect business dealings with the Group Companies by the dismissed personnel.
Behavior contrary to social morality.
Trading in Company shares using trade secrets, etc.
All Group employees take utmost care not to misuse the resources of the organization and to protect the Group’s name and reputation.
RESPONSIBILITY
Our Group acts with a sense of responsibility in its business activities. In addition to its legal responsibilities towards its government, the Group pays utmost attention to fulfill the following responsibilities towards its investors, customers, employees, suppliers and business partners, competitors, environment and society.
Legal Responsibilities
Our Group acts in compliance with the laws and relevant legislation in all of its activities. Information, documents and records related to these activities are kept and maintained regularly and completely. All kinds of reports, presentations, financial statements and footnotes to be disclosed to the public and submitted to the competent authorities by our Group are prepared with utmost care, accurately and transparently in accordance with the laws, legislation and internal regulations, and are given to the relevant parties in a complete and understandable manner on time.
Our Responsibilities to Our Customers
While doing their job, our Group employees are aware that the needs and demands of our customers must be met in the shortest time, in the most accurate way and that they must be satisfied with the best quality of work. In this context, we act respectfully, honorably, courteously, honestly, equally and fairly in our relations with our customers. We act sensitively regarding the confidentiality of customer information.
Our Responsibilities Towards Our Employees
Our Group treats its employees impartially, without prejudice and fairly, and takes due care to ensure that all employees work in a healthy, safe and productive work environment. All our employees are given equal opportunities in both recruitment and career development regardless of race, religion, gender, position and title. In order to contribute positively to the performance of our employees, care is taken to provide the necessary opportunities for their personal development.
Care is taken to fulfill the rights of our employees arising from the provisions of the legislation to which they are bound in a timely and complete manner. In addition,
Creating and maintaining a fair and safe working environment.
Respect and privacy at work.
It always supports its employees when it senses any violation regarding issues such as harassment and psychological harassment.
Our Responsibilities to Investors
We aim to increase Group value in all our activities. Our Group activities are carried out within the framework of the principles of transparency, accountability, sustainability and honesty. Considering these issues, in the disclosures we make to the public and our shareholders within the framework of laws and regulations, timely, accurate, complete and understandable information regarding the Company’s financial statements, strategies and investments is provided.
All meetings with investors, financial analysts, members of the press, etc. are regulated by the relevant internal regulations, and no verbal or written statements are made on behalf of the Group unless authorized to do so.
Group resources are used efficiently and effectively, and waste is avoided. A balance is maintained between short-term goals and long-term success.
Our Responsibilities towards our Suppliers and Business Partners
Our Group treats the persons and organizations it does business with honestly, fairly, respectfully and in good faith, and fulfills its legal obligations fully and on time. It acts sensitively regarding the confidentiality of the information of the persons and organizations with whom it does business.
Our Responsibilities towards the Environment and Society
Our Group acts with social benefit and environmental awareness while carrying out its activities. It avoids violations of environmental rules that may harm the health and rights of our employees and those living in the region where it operates, and complies with environmental legislation and regulations.
Acts in a way to minimize the negative effects of its activities on the environment in all business areas in which it operates and takes measures to prevent environmental pollution.
Minimizes the consumption of natural resources. It prevents the waste produced from being thrown into nature and disposes of it in a way that does not harm the environment and people. Reduces the use of natural resources and pays attention to the use of recyclable materials.
Our Responsibilities towards the Names of Birleşim Mühendislik and its Subsidiary Santral Enerji
Our business partners, customers and other stakeholders trust us for our professional competence and integrity. We strive to maintain this reputation at the highest level. In this context
We provide our services within the framework of Company policies, professional standards, commitments and ethical rules, and we show the necessary dedication to fulfill our obligations.
We take care to provide services in areas where we believe that we are and will be professionally competent, and we aim to work with customers, business partners and employees who meet the criteria of accuracy and legitimacy.
We do not work with those who undermine public morality and harm the environment and public health.
We express only the views of our Company, not our own views, in public and in areas where the audience thinks that we are speaking on behalf of our Company.
In their posts on social networking sites, blogs, forums, e-mail groups, we avoid statements that may give the impression that they are posted by third parties on behalf of the Group.
When faced with complex situations that may put our Group Companies at risk, we first consult with appropriate personnel, following appropriate technical and administrative consultation procedures.
We show sensitivity in protecting company assets. We avoid loss, damage, misuse and waste of Group assets.
We do not use Company assets and facilities outside the Company's business under any name and on behalf of and for the benefit of whomever, without any Company interest.
REPORTING OF PRACTICES AND NON-COMPLIANCE
Duties and Responsibilities
For Employees:
To be respectful and obedient to subordinates and superiors.
To act in accordance with the regulations within the scope of the code of ethics and relevant laws.
To learn the general and business-related policies and procedures applicable to the Company.
Consulting with his/her manager and human resources on matters concerning himself/herself or others.
Suggesting opinions and suggestions that may fall within the scope of the code of ethics to be included in the code.
Identify their responsibilities.
Review all relevant facts and information.
Refer to appropriate Company policies, procedures and professional standards.
Helping to reduce risks.
Consulting the relevant units on every issue.
Sharing what they have learned with others.
Not to enter into conflict of interest.
For the Code of Ethics Advisor:
The Code of Ethics Advisor is the Group's top manager responsible for human resources.
Providing guidance and counseling on questions and issues communicated by employees regarding ethics within the company.
Referring ethical nonconformities that cannot be resolved within the company or whose resolution requires an investigation to the Ethics Committee.
Contributing to the resolution of internal ethical nonconformities in line with the request of the Ethics Committee.
Reporting ethics-related questions and nonconformities to the Ethics Committee on a regular basis or when requested, together with the results.
To be the contact person from the Company in the investigations conducted by the Ethics Committee and to provide the necessary support to the investigations.
To monitor and follow up the effectiveness of ethical practices carried out in the company and to support them in their implementation.
For Group Managers:
To ensure the creation and maintenance of a Company culture and working environment that supports ethical rules.
To set an example for the implementation of ethical rules with their behaviors, to train their employees on ethical rules.
Supporting employees in communicating their questions, complaints and notifications regarding ethical rules to the relevant units.
Providing guidance on what to do when consulted and taking into account all notifications received.
Resolution of Non-Compliance
Ethics Committee Organization.
Issues that contradict the Group Code of Ethics are addressed and evaluated for resolution through the Ethics Committee. Ethics Committee.
Chairman of the Board.
Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors.
Board Member.
The department supervisor of the person who created the discrepancy.
Human Resources Senior Manager (If deemed necessary, witnesses related to the subject may also be included in the committee).
Ethics Committee Activities are conducted in confidentiality and the decisions taken are recorded in the minutes. Information, documents and statements regarding non-compliance are also added to the minutes and signed by the chairman and members.
The results of investigations and examinations are put into practice without delay and notified to the relevant units.
All these procedures are carried out without being influenced by superiors and subordinates.
The work of the Ethics Committee may be subject to revision when deemed necessary.
Ethics Committee Working Principles
The ethics committee carries out its work within the framework of the principles set out below:
It keeps notifications and complaints and the identity of those making the notification or complaint confidential.
Conducts the investigation within the rules of confidentiality.
It is authorized to request information, documents and evidence related to the investigation directly from the existing unit. It may examine all kinds of information and documents it obtains only limited to the subject of the investigation.
The investigation process is recorded in a written report from the beginning. Information, evidence and documents are attached to the report.
The minutes are signed by the chair and members.
The investigation is handled promptly and the outcome is reached as quickly as possible.
The decisions taken by the Board are implemented immediately.
Relevant departments and authorities are informed about the result.
The chairman and members of the Board act independently and unaffected by the department managers and the hierarchy within the organization while performing their duties on this issue. They may not be pressured or advised on the matter.
The Board may seek expert opinion if it deems necessary and may benefit from experts by taking measures not to violate the principles of confidentiality during the investigation.
If our employees learn that our Group’s Code of Business Ethics or the legal regulations to which our Companies are subject are violated, they are obliged to report this situation to their direct managers or our Human Resources Department or to the Ethics Committee using the communication channels below. Deliberate false and/or slanderous reports are interpreted as a violation of the Code of Ethics.
E-posta: ethics@birlesim.com
Sustainable Sites
20/26
Innovation
4/6
Materials & Resources
8/14
Water Efficiency
10/10
Regional Priority Loans
4/4
Indoor Environmental Quality
8/15
Energy & Atmosphere
10/35
Sustainable Sites
20/26
Water Efficiency
10/10
Innovation
4/6
Regional Priority Loans
4/4
Materials & Resources
8/14
Indoor Environmental Quality
8/15
Energy & Atmosphere
10/35
Leed Gold Certified Headquarters
Birleşim Group head office is the FIRST Leed Gold Certified Green Building located in Dudullu Organized Industrial Zone.
Located on 8.5 acres of land, the head office building has a total area of 11,000 m2 and consists of two separate buildings: administrative offices and a warehouse facility.
The warehouse part consists of 6000 m2 storage and shipment area, while the headquarters building consists of 5 meeting rooms, a training and seminar hall for 100 people, a dining hall for 100 people and offices.
In our office, which has Green Building status, rainwater collection and treatment system, gray water system, solar energy system, energy automation system according to daylight.
All materials selected and used are Leed Gold Certified products.
HR POLICIES AND PRACTICES
Since the day it was founded, our company has been in constant change in order to realize its goals and transform into a more corporate structure.
The Human Resources unit was established in 2013 in line with these goals, aiming to make more objective and professional decisions in both recruitment processes and internal regulations. The main task of the Human Resources unit is to bring together strong and specialized teams and to assign these teams in harmony.
RESPONSIBILITY
During the candidate research process, it follows channels where it can find professional workforce more quickly.
Conducts reference research on candidates
It examines in detail whether the candidates' work experience and education are compatible with the field/project they will be assigned to.
In job applications, it conducts the interview process with both the HR unit, the head of the unit where the employee will work, and an evaluator from the senior management, thus ensuring objective decisions are made.
Manages the process by taking into account internal balances during the recruitment phase.
Considers the needs of the employee after recruitment.
Observes the training and development needs of its employees together with its superiors and conducts relevant research.
Santral Enerji Human Resources Policy
Fair, transparent and giving employees the right to speak,
Employees have opportunities to reveal their potential,
Each employee contributes to the future of Solar Santral Enerji A.Ş. by creating value and is valued,
High performance, development oriented, showing strong and effective leadership in all areas,
Reflecting the Biz1İz spirit, Birleşim Group aims to create a happy, productive, successful and healthy workforce with a high company culture and commitment.
In line with these goals, it adopts and develops fair and transparent management in order to attract, develop and retain the most valuable talents.
In this way, it aims to take rapid steps towards becoming the preferred employer and the best workplace.
In line with these purposes, it adopts Talent Acquisition Process, Talent Management Process and Retention Process practices related to recruitment and talent management.
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