Workplace Relations

What are workplace relations?

interactions between employers and employees, or their representatives to achieve a set of working conditions that will meet the needs of employees, as well as achieving business objectives

What are the Roles of HR managers in the workplace? (4)

ensure minimum award is met, oversee the employee lifecycle, negotiate agreements, mediate disputes

What are the Roles of Employees in the workplace? (4)

obey their contract, follow workplace procedures, keep confidential information within the business, report illegal behaviour

What is an Employer Association?

employers can become apart of an association to improve their legal protection and gain assistance when negotiating agreements with employees

What are the Roles of Employer Associations in the workplace? (3)

share information with employers about new regulations which they must follow, provide advice, represent employers during negotiations

What is a union?

an organisation formed by employees in an industry to represent them in efforts to improve wages and working conditions

What are the Roles of Unions in the workplace? (4)

represent employees in negotiations, provide resources, ensure employees are upholding their legal requirements, protect employees from unfair dismissals and redundancy

What is the Fair Work Commission (FWC)?

Australia’s national workplace relations tribunal

What are the Roles of the Fair Work Commission in the workplace? (4)

set national minimum awards, approve and monitor enterprise agreements, act as a mediator, investigate workplace issues such as bullying claims and unfair dismissals