A total of 91 hotel industry workers have been awarded the prestigious FDAWU/NTUC/SHA Employee of the Year award, marking the highest number of recipients since the award’s inception in 1985. The ceremony, held today at the Stephen Riady Auditorium at NTUC Centre, was attended by Alvin Tan, Minister of State for the Ministry of National Development and Ministry of Trade and Industry, who presented the awards alongside FDAWU President Julie Cheong and SHA 1st Vice President Arthur Kiong.
The awards, organised by the Food, Drinks and Allied Workers Union (FDAWU), the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC), and the Singapore Hotel Association (SHA), aim to recognise outstanding performance and contributions to the success of their organisations. This year’s awards are particularly significant as they highlight the adaptability and resilience of workers in the face of rapid technological advancements in automation and digital technologies.
The criteria for nomination included demonstrating Worker 4.0 traits, such as readiness to take on new tasks, staying relevant with new skills, and adaptability to new working methods. The award was open to non-managerial staff with at least one year of continuous full-time service, with each SHA member hotel allowed to nominate one employee for the 2024 work year.
The event was attended by over 160 employees and employer representatives from various hotels, union leaders, and staff, celebrating the achievements of those who have excelled in their roles and contributed to the industry’s growth.
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