Host employers that set rosters far in advance could be breaching the Fair Work Act if they allow "permanent casual" labour hire workers to fill their shifts, a union claims. Meanwhile, the Fair Work Commission rejected an employer's argument that it wasn't covered by stop-bullying laws; we recap recent rulings on performance management, unfair dismissal, adverse action and redundancy; research shows recruiting top talent is becoming more difficult; and more.
Working closely with leaders across the organisation and engaging external suppliers has helped move BHP closer to achieving its ambitious gender targets.
An employer that thought its flexible work arrangements were "getting out of hand" had no grounds for rejecting an employee's request, the Fair Work Commission has ruled.
Recent rulings highlight that many employees still don't know how to behave on social media, making workplace policies fundamental to mitigating employers' reputational damage risks.
It's time for managers to stop complaining about Millennials and take the lead on providing the types of workplace, development, and engagement efforts that will help them thrive, says a training specialist.
The Federal Circuit Court has slammed an employer's HR executives for allowing a "venomous" relationship to fester between a manager and his subordinate, resulting in an unlawful adverse action finding.
Over the past week, HR Daily Community members have been discussing whether workplace investigations require an updated standard of proof, ways to support employees during organisational change, and more.
The HR challenges in managing social media misconduct remain many and varied, especially given the inconsistency of tribunal rulings in this space. Watch this webcast to understand appropriate disciplinary responses to online misconduct, practical steps to minimise risks, and more.
Employers should be legally required to consult with workers and trade unions before introducing major technological change, according to a Senate committee that also recommends regulatory overhauls for labour hire and gig work.
General protections claims are the fastest-growing category of applications in the Fair Work Commission, with reforms now underway to stem the tide. This webinar will discuss important developments in both procedural issues and case law.
