Resources for employers

A list of resources for employers

DOCEP Labour Relations provides information for employers on:

1. Wages and Conditions: award summaries, rates of pay, public holidays, leave, minimum conditions of employment, and other employment entitlements
2. Employment Agreements: enterprise-bargaining agreements, employer-employee agreements, and how to write an employment contract
3. Termination and Dismissal: unfair dismissal, unlawful termination, redundancy, and tips on minimising the risk of unfair dismissal claims
4. Types of Employment: casual employment, fixed term employment, apprenticeships and traineeships, probationary work, and employees and subcontractors
5. Workplace Issues: information for new business owners,  electronic surveillance, alcohol and drugs, workplace bullying, and jury service
6. Work and Family: parental leave obligations, retaining mature employees, and implementing family friendly initiatives

This information can also be found in the publication Employing Someone - An easy guide for small business employers [PDF, 876 KB].