Claire Harrison, our Managing Director hosted a session on the latest changes to the casual path to permanency under the Fair Work Act. We covered essential updates that every employer needs to know to stay compliant and support their casual workforce effectively.
Key Takeaways:
- New Definition of Casual Employment: Understanding the two components – no firm advanced commitment to ongoing work and entitlement to casual loading or specific casual pay rate.
- Employee Choice Pathway: The new rules allow eligible casuals to notify their employer in writing of their intention to convert to permanent employment.
- Employer Responsibilities: Employers must consult with employees, respond within 21 days, and provide written responses detailing the new employment status or reasons for not accepting the change.
- Casual Employment Information Statement: Ensure this is provided to all new casuals and at specific intervals during their employment.
It’s crucial to review your casual employment contracts, policies, and processes to align with these changes. If you need assistance, Harrisons is here to help with compliance checks, contract templates, and more.
Claire Harrison is the Founder and Managing Director of Harrisons, a flourishing HR consulting business that sprouted in 2009 from Claire’s passionate belief that inspiring leaders and superstar employees are the key success factor to any business. With over 20 years’ experience, Claire has worked as a HR Director of multi-national organisations, as a Non-Executive Board Director, and a small business owner. Claire’s corporate career includes working with companies such as BHP, Westpac, Fonterra and Mayne Nickless.
