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It wasn't reasonable for an employer to replace an employee's full-time colleague with two untrained casuals, who worked fewer hours and on different days, a commission has ruled in a psychological injury dispute.

"On any objective view", this management action was unreasonable, Queensland Industrial Relations Commission Deputy President John Merrell found.

The employee had worked as an executive support officer (ESO) in the State's Office of the Governor for two years prior to resigning in October 2022. Specifically, she worked within the executive support unit of the 'program' team, providing administrative support.

Shortly after she quit, she claimed workers' compensation for a psychological injury, which she alleged was caused by her increased workload over the previous six months and the employer's lack of support when she raised concerns.

Her claim was initially rejected, but this decision was set aside on review...