b'upcoming construction of the JNP. Duringlevel of interest from local companies in CULTURAL HERITAGEconstruction, the Project will generate aroundworking with Centaurus, with completion ASSESSMENT 1,100 direct jobs over 20 months. Much of thiscertificates issued to 63 companies.workforce will be sourced locally utilising skillsDuring the construction phase, the Company JAGUAR NICKEL PROJECT and expertise from suppliers who will have thewill implement an Employee Relations Strategy required experience, equipment and skills fromthat commits to:There were no ground disturbing activitiesrecent mining project developments within the carried out around the JNP site during 2024.Par State.Engaging a construction workforce that To support local employment through the is safe, skilled and productive by applyingWhen ground disturbing works commenceappropriate standards of human resourcesaround the JNP site, these will be monitoredConstruction Phase, the Company continuedmanagement skill, care and diligenceby an archaeologist so that any artifacts orthe Empower Jaguar (Capacita Jaguar) relevant objects can be salvaged.Program in 2024, in partnership with aProviding a safe and secure workplacerecognised Brazilian training agency (SENAI),Managing interactions with trade unions JAMBREIRO IRON ORE PROJECT which is a governmental institution. Duringand external parties lawfully andthe year, 300 local residents were enrolledprofessionally to minimise the risk ofFurther to the JIOP archaeological and naturalacross six free vocational courses. Theseindustrial disputes heritage report and extensive fieldworktraining programs provided qualifications for completed in 2023, Centaurus was notAdministrative Assistant, Industrial Electrician, Minimising the risk of unlawful industrialrequired to complete any additional CulturalIndustrial Mechanic and Civil Works Assistantaction through planning and pro-activeHeritage Assessment works in 2024. and were attended by residents from So Flixmanagement of contractors do Xingu, including residents of the Ladeira Achieving optimal levels of workforceVermelha and Minerasul villages, Tucum and engagement, cooperation and productivity,LOCAL & YOUTH Ourilndia do Norte. 210 students receivedincluding providing opportunities for localEMPLOYMENT their vocational training certificates. A furthercommunity300 opportunities are expected to be offered in 2025.Ensuring fair and responsible employmentJAGUAR NICKEL PROJECT conditions are applied by contractors.Two courses were also offered to local Centauruss community investment program issuppliers as part of the Jaguar Partners directed towards helping the local communitiesProgram to inform and educate on the and residents build capacity through supportingrequirementsto become a JNP supplier and education and pathways to employment. increase their potential to supply goods and Through this, Centaurus prioritises theservices to the JNP in the future. The high establishment of a local workforce for theparticipation rates demonstrated a strong 32'