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Psychometric Assessments

Enhance your hiring and development with Mapien's Psychometric Assessments. Gain insights into candidate fit and employee growth potential. Elevate your HR strategy today.

No Holding Back

Non-compete clauses in employment contracts have long been a topic of debate. The recently released Non-competes and Other Restraints: Understanding the Impacts on Jobs, Business, and Productivity Issues Paper sheds light on the complexities and consequences associated with these contentious clauses.

Teachers Not Employed at the time of the Approval of an Enterprise Agreement are entitled to Backpay

Discover the implications of a recent High Court decision on enterprise agreements, as it confirms the retrospective application of salary increases to employees not employed at the agreement's commencement. Explore the case of two teachers seeking back pay, the court's ruling, and the considerations for employers navigating similar agreements.

Are your shiftworkers entitled to 5 weeks annual leave?

Determining who qualifies as a “shiftworker” and is entitled to additional annual leave under the National Employment Standards (NES) can be a complex task, and the consequences of getting it wrong can be costly.

Stealth Expectations and the Importance of Shared Understanding

Looking for a tool to communicate expectations in the workplace? We introduce the Stealth Expectations leadership coaching framework and four steps to apply it.

High Court Confirms Employers Must Request, Not Direct, Work On Public Holidays

As public holidays are approaching, employers also urged to review their employment practices, and policies to ensure compliance with the legislative requirements that employers must formally request employees to work on public holidays. Failure to comply with this requirement, may lead to legal consequences.

Navigating Workplace Conflict – Building Stronger Relationships

In this article, we’re diving into one prevalent psychosocial hazard that impacts us all – conflict or poor workplace relationships and interactions. We will shed light on this workplace challenge, showing you where to start on the symptoms, and explore how you can foster healthier workplace dynamics through effective intervention and ongoing support.

February 26, 2024

After 5 with Geelong Chamber of Commerce

Mapien were honoured to sponsor the Geelong Chamber of Commerce’s first After 5 Event for 2024 and are very excited to be expanding into Geelong and supporting growth in the region.

February 22, 2024

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Redundant employee asked to train replacement loses unfair dismissal claim

This recent decision is a reminder that it is the job that is made redundant and not the duties associated with the job. It also provides an important reminder that objective criteria must be used when selecting one person over another for available positions within a new workforce structure.

February 14, 2024

Getting Ahead in Federal Wage Theft Laws: Employers’ Preventative Steps

The changes in wage theft legislation, known as Closing Loopholes No.1 and No.2, signal a significant shift in addressing employee entitlement underpayment. These preventative steps will help employees sustain a culture of wage compliance.

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