| Maternity Support Programs |
Reduced Working Hours for Pregnant Employees |
- Female employees can reduce their working hours by 2 hours per day during the early stages of pregnancy, up to 12 weeks, and in the later stages, from the 32nd week onward, upon request.
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| Pre- and Post-Maternity Leave |
- Employees are entitled to 90 days of maternity leave covering both prenatal and postnatal periods. In the event of a premature birth, 100 days of leave are granted, while 120 days are provided for multiple pregnancies.
- The company ensures a minimum of 60 days of paid maternity leave, which is extended to 75 days for employees expecting multiple children.
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| Miscarriage and Stillbirth Leave |
- Leave in accordance with Labor Standards Act
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| Paternity Leave |
- Up to 20 days of paid paternity leave available within 120 days of childbirth, with flexible use allowed.
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| Infertility Treatment Leave |
- Up to six days of infertility treatment leave are granted per year, with the first two days recognized as paid leave.
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| Childcare Support Programs |
Parental Leave |
- Eligibility: Employees requiring maternity protection or with children under age 8 or in 2nd grade or below.
- Leave period: Basic 1 year.
(Parents can extend the leave by an additional 6 months if both use at least 3 months of parental leave for the same child, or in the case of single parents or parents of children with severe disabilities.)
- Employees are allowed to take childcare leave in up to three separate periods. However, any leave taken for maternity protection purposes is exempt from this limitation.
- If employees have fully used their childcare leave and wish to take additional time off for child-rearing purposes, they may be granted up to one additional year of leave
(this is permitted only once).
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| Reduced Working Hours for Childcare |
- Eligible employees: Those raising children under the age of 12 or up to the sixth grade of elementary school.
- Reduction period: Up to one year by default, with an extension of up to twice the unused childcare leave period allowed.
- Working hours: Adjustable to between 15 and 35 hours per week.
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| Women’s Facilities |
- Exclusive space for women provided in Employee Lounge
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| Employee Health Support Programs |
Workplace Stress Management |
- Weekly health promotion program (Homefit) provided
- Coffee machines, massage beds, and massage chairs are available for employees in the Employee Lounge
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| Support for Sports and Health Activities |
- Sports and Wellness Engagement Programs
- Operation of in-house clubs, including cycling/running, cultural activities, soccer, tennis, table tennis, skiing/snowboarding, baseball, and more
- Support for the use of partnered fitness facilities
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| Family Care Support Programs |
Family Care Absence
(Long-term) |
- Up to 90 days of unpaid family care leave per year
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Family Care Leave Days
(Short-term) |
- Up to 10 days of family care leave per year
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People & Community
Pan Ocean is committed to cultivating a collaborative corporate culture by encouraging open communication and mutual trust between labor and management. This approach aims to establish a healthy and constructive labor-management relationship. The company also prioritizes work-life balance and actively supports its employees through various systems and programs designed to enhance both work engagement and overall quality of life.
Strong Labor-Management Partnership
Labor-Management Council
Pan Ocean fosters a mutually beneficial and collaborative labor-management relationship grounded in trust and cooperation, working toward shared goals. Since declaring labor-management harmony in 2013, the company has successfully maintained a record of no labor disputes while continuing its efforts to advance mutual development. In accordance with Article 12 of the Act on Promotion of Workers’ Participation and Chapter 12 of the Pan Ocean Collective Agreement, quarterly Labor-Management Council meetings are convened to discuss wage negotiations and measures to enhance employee welfare. In 2024, the company held four Labor-Management Council meetings for both onshore and offshore employees.
Work-Life Balance
Pan Ocean is dedicated to fostering a supportive work environment that allows employees to concentrate on their roles while enjoying a fulfilling and balanced life. In particular, in order to support employees during key life stages such as childbirth, childcare, and family caregiving, the company offers flexible leave options and reduced working hours. This enables employees to effectively balance their professional and personal lives. A comprehensive array of programs is implemented to promote financial stability and health, including housing support, educational assistance for children, and wellness programs. Additionally, Pan Ocean encourages employees' personal growth and well-being through various initiatives, such as language education, cultural activities, and employee clubs.
Benefits and Welfare Programs
(such as time zone differences in sales or long-term projects), implement core and flexible work hours
Work-Life Balance Support Programs
(Parents can extend the leave by an additional 6 months if both use at least 3 months of parental leave for the same child, or in the case of single parents or parents of children with severe disabilities.)
(this is permitted only once).
(Long-term)
(Short-term)