Category Archives: News and Articles
Managing performance and underperformance at work
There is a difference between managing performance and managing underperformance.
Managing underperformance can be challenging for most Managers and sometimes management action can be mistaken for bullying or it may be considered harsh, unjust or unreasonable.
Managing performance effectively creates a harmonious and productive workplace which is beneficial for all parties. Effective ways Managers can manage performance is by: Continue Reading
Does your workplace need a HR or Safety Audit?
Are you worried that your business is exposed?
If so, your not alone. Following are some of the recent news articles published by the Fair Work Ombudsman this month:
- • Gold Coast workers back-paid $111,000
- • Campaign of “obfuscation” results in $84,500 penalty for Gold Coast restaurant
- • Almost $100,000 back-paid to workers in Melbourne’s South and South-Eastern suburbs
- • Employers urged to check wage rates after 53 Darwin cleaners underpaid $84,000
- • Company faces second litigation for allegedly underpaying door-to-door employees
Unions sign pact with Fair Work Ombudsman to enforce workplace laws
The NUW (National Union of Workers) and SDAEA (Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees Association) have both sighed MoU’s with the Fair Work Ombudsman to help improve compliance with federal workplace laws and to provide a critical evidence base for the FWO to enforcement activities involving serious non-compliance.
In addition to the MoU with the Unions, the Fair Work Ombudsman has recently entered into MoU’s with various employer organisations including the Australian Hotels Association, Restaurant & Catering Australia and the Australian Security Industry Association Ltd. Continue Reading
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HR Changes for Employers in 2015
Author: enablehr Category: Company News
As we head into 2015, here is a glimpse into projected upcoming HR and workplace relations changes and trends that are likely to impact your business. Continue Reading
HR tips for managing staff Christmas functions
What’s Christmas without a party?
Employers have responsibilities to take all reasonable steps to prevent harassment from occurring and to maintain a safe environment at work functions.
Following are some last minute tips to ensure everyone can enjoy the Christmas spirit! Continue Reading
QLD’s One-Stop Shop for Safety & Workers Comp
United at last!
The Queensland Government has combined the websites of Workplace Health and Safety Queensland, WorkCover Queensland, the Electrical Safety Office and the Workers’ Compensation Regulator (formerly Q-COMP) making it somewhat easier for employers to navigate and locate the information they need to manage workplace health and safety obligations.
What this means for your business: Continue Reading
Special Event – The Brain, Branding & Your Power of Authority
Where: Helensvale Community Centre Auditorium
When: Wednesday 19th November – 5.30pm
Cost: $15 per person
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Fair Work Ombudsman Has Building & Construction Industry In Its Sights
During 2013, The Fair Work Ombudsman claims to have looked into 2083 concerns from workers in the building and construction industry about their pay and in almost half of these cases they recovered unpaid wages for employees.
From October 2014, the Fair Work Ombudsman is starting a campaign within the building and construction industry to investigate: Continue Reading
Compliance major HR challenge globally, survey finds
15 October 2014
Author: enablehr Category: Company News
According to a survey conducted by the Human Resources Director magazine, HR professionals are spending an increasing amount of time managing legal and compliance work.
HRD’s Global HR survey, which garnered responses from more than 4,400 industry professionals around the world, including Australia and New Zealand, found that there is widespread caution around legislative changes. Approximately 30% of HR professionals reported that they are ‘strongly involved’ in identifying risks and ensuring compliance.
