OPLAN SOFT HEART: Expansion of the FAB Labor Center
MAJOR TARGET: Expansion of the Labor Center and Reorientation of AFAB Offices
SCOPE: AFAB Community Services Department (CSD), Freeport Facilities Department (FFD) and Procurement Management Division (PMD) Offices
PROJECT COST: Php 10,751,748.52
PROJECT CONTRACTOR: R.M. Mangubat Construction
DATE STARTED: May 02, 2018
TARGET DATE OF COMPLETION: December 27, 2018
As part of its continued commitment to sustain the growth, stability, and operational viability of the Freeport, the Authority recently undertook the refurbishment and expansion of the Labor Center and reorientation of other AFAB offices.
The renovations intend to provide an improved servicescape and facility layout for a more efficient operation and client service. It is envisioned that the new Labor Center would be a “one-stop-shop”, a centralized service area where all labor-related matters are addressed and processed for convenience of FAB employers and employees.
HOW DOES THIS AFFECT YOU?
Employee Engagement
In AFAB, we care about providing our employees’ with a well-equipped, organized, and comfortable workplace as we believe that it is the tone-setter for a business' atmosphere and an important aspect in increasing employee productivity which leads to favorable client service outcomes.
Client Convenience
With improved facility design and layout, clients can expect better aesthetics, seating comfort, facility cleanliness, and most importantly, integrated service processes for their convenience. We aim to enable clients with a single access point to information and service transactions regarding all labor-related concerns.
The new Labor Center would house a satellite NBI Clearance office to give clients from Mariveles the accessibility and ease of acquiring an NBI clearance.
Other the features of the center would include: a designated Mediation Room, Conference Room, Lounge, Labor Office, Industrial Health and Safety Office, and an Inspection and Disputes Office.
As we consistently expand our efforts in delivering top notch service to all the FAB’s stakeholders, you can expect greater support and assistance from the AFAB especially in ensuring total client satisfaction, continual improvement, and compliance to all required governmental and industry standards.