by Amanda Daff | May 27, 2019 | Human Resources, Workplace
The payment of a bonus to employees is a common occurrence in many businesses across Australia. Tied to individual and/or company performance, a bonus is typically a method for a business to reward individuals or teams for their direct contribution to company growth....
by Simon Obee | May 22, 2019 | Human Resources, Legal, Uncategorized, Workplace
A recent Fair Work Commission decision has confirmed employers’ rights to direct employees to attend independent medical assessments and the circumstances in which they can dismiss an employee when the employee unreasonably refuses to do so. The case before the Fair...
by Simon Obee | Apr 28, 2019 | Fair Work Compliance, Human Resources, Legal, Migration
The Fair Work Commission has recently provided guidance on how employers should deal with a situation where an employee appears to have abandoned their employment. In this case the employee successfully argued that he had been unfairly dismissed. See: Orry Thompson v...
by Bronwen Kaspers | Apr 25, 2019 | Human Resources, Services
Building a strong candidate shortlist is fundamental to successful hiring and an important step in the recruitment process. Being clear on what you’re looking for and setting standards early on will help you identify the most suitable candidates for your role. Here...
by Shane Duffy | Apr 23, 2019 | Human Resources, Services
No matter your business or industry, you will require some kind of HR function. Be it recruiting new staff, managing rosters, managing performance, or even just ensuring your employees are paid on time and correctly – all Australian businesses with employees...
by Simon Obee | Mar 14, 2019 | Fair Work Compliance, Human Resources, Legal, Workplace
“The proper role of a human resources department is to sit between impulsive managers baying for dismissal and the obligation of an employer to ensure procedural fairness.” – Deputy President Anderson in McCouaig v Colliers International (SA) Pty Ltd T/A Colliers...
