Human Resources Director Australia

Human Resources Director (HRD) is a top multimedia platform in Australia designed specifically for HR professionals. Our award-winning offerings span Australia, New Zealand, and the Asia Pacific region, providing crucial news, insights, and analysis. HRD serves as a powerful channel for connecting with senior HR professionals. We collaborate with prestigious business schools worldwide and utilize Key Media’s extensive global presence to engage with prominent HR practitioners across the globe. HRD focuses on reaching key decision-makers by delivering industry-leading content that aids both business needs and the evolving best practices required of HR Directors in their dynamic roles.

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Outsourcing to overseas provider: Is it a valid reason for redundancy?

1 week ago | hcamag.com | Paulinet Tamaray

Corporate restructuring leads to outsourcing and claims of unfair dismissal The Fair Work Commission (FWC) recently dealt with a case involving a software developer who challenged her dismissal following a corporate restructuring initiative. The worker claimed she was unfairly dismissed after her position was made redundant and her duties were redistributed.
What qualifies as an 'irresistible factor' for terminating fixed-term contracts?

1 week ago | hcamag.com | Paulinet Tamaray

Singapore court ruling clarifies when employees can legally end employment early A Magistrates Court in Singapore recently dealt with an employment dispute that examined whether an employee could resign from a fixed-term contract without paying liquidated damages. The case hinged on a contract clause that allowed early termination only if an "irresistible factor" existed.
Long-term injured worker wins dismissal case after business sale

1 week ago | hcamag.com | Paulinet Tamaray

ERA clarifies employer's obligations during business transfers The Employment Relations Authority (ERA) recently dealt with a case involving a worker who was dismissed without notice after her employer sold its business. The worker claimed her dismissal was unjustified because the employer didn't give her an opportunity to put herself forward for employment with the business purchaser.
'As you are pregnant, I have to let you go'

1 week ago | hcamag.com | Paulinet Tamaray

Was it discrimination or a justified safety concern? FWC settles disputes The Fair Work Commission (FWC) recently dealt with a general protections dispute where a pregnant casual worker argued she was unlawfully dismissed. The worker claimed her employer terminated her employment after stating "As you are pregnant, I have to let you go," following a workplace incident involving safety concerns.
'Historic decision': FWC finds employees in 5 awards undervalued based on gender

1 week ago | hcamag.com | Dexter Tilo

FWC orders pay hike to rectify gender-based undervaluation for health professionals, community services, children’s services BY 17 Apr 2025 Employees covered in five priority awards in Australia are set for a pay increase after the Fair Work Commission (FWC) found that their wages were historically undervalued based on gender.
WiseTech's scandal-hit former CEO appointed as chief innovation officer

1 week ago | hcamag.com | Dexter Tilo

Richard White will retain $1-million salary earned for past decade BY 17 Apr 2025 The disgraced former CEO of WiseTech has been named as the company's new chief innovation officer, where he is expected to retain the AU$1 million annual salary he has received since 2015.
Resigning then returning? Worker's unfair dismissal rights at risk

1 week ago | hcamag.com | Paulinet Tamaray

FWC clarifies continuous service requirements despite ongoing leave accrual BY 17 Apr 2025 The Fair Work Commission (FWC) recently dealt with a case concerning an unfair dismissal application where the key question was whether a worker's period of employment satisfied the minimum employment period required under the Fair Work Act 2009.
Sick leave deception: Weekend getaway costs lawyer his job

1 week ago | hcamag.com | Paulinet Tamaray

How social media evidence, false sick leave claims led to a justified dismissal BY 17 Apr 2025 The Fair Work Commission (FWC) recently dealt with a case involving a solicitor who was summarily dismissed after claiming sick leave to attend an interstate Australian Football League (AFL) event. The worker argued his dismissal was unfair, while the employer, a small law firm, contended the dismissal was justified due to dishonesty.
Interviews for HR roles rated among worst by jobseekers

1 week ago | hcamag.com | Dexter Tilo

Report analyses more than 300,000 reviews in Glassdoor profiles of 100 best employers BY 16 Apr 2025 Job interviews for human resources roles have been rated as one of the worst by jobseekers, according to a new report. Reboot Online analysed more than 300,000 reviews in the Glassdoor profiles of the 100 best employers to reveal the experiences of jobseekers in their job interviews.
'Rising unease': Employees more likely to stay in their roles this year: survey

1 week ago | hcamag.com | Dexter Tilo

'It's a tough situation for employers who now must reduce their labour costs' BY 17 Apr 2025 Employees in the United States are planning to stay in their current roles in the next six months, according to a new report, which revealed a growing confidence in employers but lower optimism in the job market. The latest Eagle Hill Consulting Employee Retention Index slightly increased to 102.5 in the first quarter of 2025, up by 3.9 points from the previous findings.