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It is almost unbelievable that in this environment, some businesses are also struggling to retain their good employees. In this article we explore some key recruitment and retention strategies that employers should consider when managing their workforce.
In this final edition in of our series, we will review the additional amendments made to the Fair Work Act 2009 through the Closing Loopholes No 2. Bill implemented in 2024. Within this blog, we will be reviewing the approved changes to criminalising wage theft, regulations for labour hire arrangements, changes to small business redundancy provisions and the introduction of manslaughter offences.
In this second edition in of our series, we will review the amendments made to the Fair Work Act 2009 through the Closing Loopholes No 2. Bill implemented in 2024. These amendments include the largely debated Right to Disconnect and the new definitions for causal employment.
The Australian industrial relations landscape is currently changing after the Federal Government introduced the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act in December of 2022. Since its implementation, the proposed changes under this amendment have received significant criticism by businesses and politicians as to its complexity and their resulting consequences long-term.
Over the course of owning and operating a business, one thing all owners and managers have in common is the need to conduct employee performance management and development activities. Whether it is empowering employees to upskill or coaching them to overcome a habit or problem, it is commonplace.
In the unpredictable landscape of the modern workplace, the need for effective workplace emergency management has never been more important. From natural disasters to unforeseen incidents, the ability to respond swiftly and decisively can make the difference between crisis and controlled recovery.
In recent years, there have been significant amendments made to Fair Work Commission general protections claims, aiming to enhance workplace rights and provide better protection against unfair treatment.
The Bramwell Partner’s HR team have collaborated and created the following comprehensive guide on managing employee conduct during festive celebrations, including the consideration of alcohol consumption, sexual harassment, and psychosocial hazards.
General protections claims can be the most dangerous and problematic cases to defend. Should an employer or manager be unaware of their employee’s general protections and unknowingly be in breach of these, they are placing themselves and the business at significant financial risk.
Building a winning team is an intensive process. Each candidate to join your team requires the right skills, aligned ambitions, potential for growth where required and needs to be a good fit for your team’s culture. At Bramwell Partners, your outsourced HR company, we ensure the interview process runs smoothly for you and your team to get the best fit in the office.
