7 - Engaging Staff
Understanding Employment Types and Legal Obligations for Australian Businesses In this episode of Business Know How, Practical Legal Insights for Australian Businesses, host Melissa Bush breaks down the complexities of engaging staff legally and effectively. With over 30 years of legal experience, Melissa offers practical guidance on the different employment typesā€”casual, part-time, and full-timeā€”along with their legal implications. She elaborates on the key distinctions between employees and contractors, the significance of Australia's modern awards system, and the National Employment Standards. The episode is packed with actionable insights to help business owners remain compliant with Australian employment laws while building a stable and thriving team.
00:00 Introduction to Business Know How
00:59 Engaging Staff: Employment Types
01:59 Casual Employment Explained
03:15 Permanent Employees: Full-Time and Part-Time
07:05 Employee vs. Contractor: Key Differences
11:29 Understanding Modern Awards
12:53 National Employment Standards (NES)
14:30 Drafting Employment Agreements
15:32 Staying Updated with Employment Laws
16:06 Conclusion and Next Steps
https://www.fairwork.gov.au/starting-employment/types-of-employees
https://www.fwc.gov.au/work-conditions/awards/find-award
https://www.fairwork.gov.au/find-help-for/independent-contractors
https://www.fairwork.gov.au/find-help-for/independent-contractors/sham-contracting
https://employ.business.gov.au/steps-to-make-an-offer-of-employment
https://business.gov.au/people/employees/onboard-new-employees
