“Ensuring compliance with Australian labor laws and regulations is not just a legal obligation but a strategic advantage for businesses. By implementing comprehensive company policies and handbooks aligned with the Fair Work Act, WHS regulations, and anti-discrimination laws, and by leveraging robust HR systems for accurate record-keeping and employee management, businesses can create a safe, fair, and efficient workplace. This proactive approach not only safeguards against legal risks but also supports organisational goals, enhances employee satisfaction, and drives long-term success.”
Employment Standards
Understanding the Contractual Obligations and range of labor laws, regulations, and best practices under:
Covering employment terms and conditions, including minimum wage, leave entitlements, and notice periods.
Awards and Agreements
Understanding the conditions that comply with the Fair Work Act, and applicable Modern Awards or Enterprise Agreements such as:
- Written agreements
- Outlining job roles and responsibilities
- Salary and conditions ensuring workers are better off over all test (BOOT)
Understanding Wage Theft Prevention
Ensuring all employees are paid correctly according to their Modern Award or Enterprise Agreement
Employee Mis-classification
Providing accurate application of employment standards
Company Policies and Handbooks
It is important to provide necessary training for employees on compliance-related topics, including workplace health and safety, anti-discrimination, and workplace policies.
Workplace Policies
Outlining workplace behaviours and health and safety requirements
Employee Handbooks
Reflecting changes in legislation and company practices.
It is important to provide procedures on how to resolve workplace disputes
Record Keeping and Compliance
This includes:
- Accurate records of hours worked, pay rates, and leave entitlements
- Providing safe working environments
- Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Victoria) and similar state legislation
- Compliance with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs)
- Superannuation Guarantee (SG) Act
This also includes Data Protection and Privacy.
