Employees with Multiple Jobs

Posted by Danielle McNamee
On 9 December 2016

Sometimes it is necessary to hire an employee who might fall under more than one role in your business. Here are some things to keep in mind when you have an employee with multiple jobs. Check the employee’s award classification. In most cases, you should classify the employee under the highest classification that applies to […]

Hiring Graduates

Posted by Danielle McNamee
On 2 December 2016

Are you recruiting new staff but don’t know where to start looking? A graduate could be just what you need to give your business a kick-start. Here are five reasons why you should hire a graduate: Current knowledge – a graduate has the most current industry standards and practices fresh in their mind. They can […]

Holiday Leave

Posted by Danielle McNamee
On 25 November 2016

With the holiday season fast approaching, here are a few things you need to keep in mind when dealing with holiday leave. Ensure you have a clear policy in place stating exactly what happens over the holiday period. This should include when leave can be taken and how many people can take leave at the […]

Fair Work Investigations

Posted by Danielle McNamee
On 18 November 2016

Do you know what to do if the Fair Work Investigators come knocking on your door? The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has the power to investigate any act or practice that may be contrary to the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). Do you understand what powers these investigators have and what your rights are? Powers […]

Health and Wellness

Posted by Danielle McNamee
On 11 November 2016

No one likes to work 9-5 if they are feeling unwell. Yet many small businesses do not have work health and wellness policies and procedures in place. These policies and procedures can increase productivity and help ensure that your employees are performing to the best of their abilities. Safe Work Australia states the benefits […]

Workplace Inductions

Posted by Danielle McNamee
On 4 November 2016

One of the easiest ways to ensure a safe workplace is through a workplace induction. An induction takes a new employee or contractor through all the most important elements of your workplace. Here are five essential things all new employees should know: Building/site tour and introduction to colleagues. It is important that your new employee […]

Workplace Safety

Posted by Danielle McNamee
On 21 October 2016

We all understand that a workplace needs to be safe for everyone that enters it; but how do you keep it safe? Do you know what safety in the workplace is and how it impacts your policies and procedures? Here are some common terms and what they mean. OSH, OHS or WHS? Occupational Safety and […]

Drugs and Alcohol at Work

Posted by Danielle McNamee
On 14 October 2016

Employees who come to work drunk or on drugs risk the safety of not only themselves, but their co-workers too. Here are 5 important factors when considering drugs and alcohol in the workplace: Ensure there is a clause in the employment contract about drugs and alcohol. Have a clear and concise drug and alcohol policy. […]

Social Media at Work

Posted by Danielle McNamee
On 7 October 2016

Is social media taking over the workplace? The Good Social media can be great as a promotional tool. It allows small businesses to connect with clients and find new networking opportunities without even leaving the office. Management systems like Hootsuite or Tweetdeck allow you to schedule posts in advance, giving employees more flexibility and freedom […]

Working from Home

Posted by Danielle McNamee
On 30 September 2016

5 tips for keeping track of employees working from home. It is more common than ever for employees to request flexible working arrangements. They can be great for people caring for children or who live far away from their workplace. Here are our top tips for managing employees remotely: Have regular points of contact. Make […]

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