Employment Relations Conference
'Fair Work: Six Months On'
Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th of June 2010
Brisbane Marriott Hotel
QHA's Employment Relations Department is pleased to announce its 2010 Employment Relations Conference - Fair Work: Six Months On.
From July 2009 when the first part of the Fair Work Act 2009 took effect through to 1 January 2010 when the remaining aspects commenced, hospitality employers have had a new industrial relations system to get used to, and to comply with.
The Employment Relations Conference is designed to provide you with important updates on the legislation and its practical effect on hospitality employers, including insight into how many of the legislative provisions are operating six months on.
Conference presenters will also discuss the transitional provisions for modern awards - they commence operation on 1 July 2010 - and the changes that will result with wages, penalty rates and loadings as well as Enterprise Agreements and employment contracts, dismissals, workplace health and safety and how to manage an injured employee.
PROGRAM:
THURSDAY, 3 JUNE
Registration
12.30 - 1pm (with a light lunch provided)
Fair Work: Six Months On
Session Time: 1 - 2.10pm
Presenter: TBC
Overview: In this opening session we discuss in a general sense the impact the Fair Work Act 2009 has had on employers and look at trends, developments, and problem areas six months after full commencement.
Dismissals
Session Time: 2.10pm - 3.20pm
Presenter: Nigel Inglis, Associate, Mullins Lawyers
Overview: New dismissal arrangements have been in place since 1 July 2009 and this has resulted in an increase in the number of Unfair Dismissal applications to Fair Work Australia. In this session we discuss the Act's dismissal provisions as well as top tips for avoiding an application being made against you.
Afternoon Tea Break
The Bargaining Framework
Session Time: 3.45 - 5pm
Presenter: TBC
Overview: Since July 2009 a new system of bargaining has been in operation. In this session we discuss bargaining trends including hospitality based bargaining activities.
FRIDAY, 4 JUNE
Transitional Arrangements - The Modern Awards
Session Time: 9 - 10.15am
Presenter: Joanna Minchinton, Employment Relations Manager, QHA
Overview: The introduction of modern awards on 1 January has resulted with new conditions and therefore increased costs for employers. In this session we discuss the transitional arrangements that have been put in place to assist employers transition to their modern award over the next 5 years.
Morning Tea Break
Employment Contracts Dissected
Session Time: 10.35 - 11.35am
Presenter: Moira Harvey, Employment Relations Officer, QHA
Overview: With changes in award application and the introduction of the NES in January, formalising employment arrangements has never been more important. In this session we discuss common law contracts and the concept of Individual Flexibility Agreements (as per the modern award).
Fair Work Ombudsman
Session Time: 11.35-12.20pm
Presenter: Julie Wade, Director - Regional Services and Targeting (QLD), Fair Work Ombudsman
Overview: The role of the Ombudsman is to provide industrial relations information to employers and employees. In addition, they investigate workplace complaints, and enforce compliance with workplace laws. In this session a representative from the Ombudsman will discuss its role and Fair Work compliance activities and campaigns.
Lunch Break
Managing Injured Employees
Session Time: 1 - 2.15pm
Presenter: Marc Dennett, Manager - Customer Service Centre Brisbane East, WorkCover Queensland & Joanna Minchinton, Employment Relations Manager, QHA
Overview: Knowing the correct procedures to follow when an employee injures themselves at work is important for avoiding dismissal and discrimination complaints. In this session we explore avenues for managing injured workers.
Workplace Health and Safety
Session Time: 2.15 - 3pm
Presenter: Ross Tims, Workplace Health and Safety Manager, QHA
Overview: In this session we discuss movement to a national occupational health and safety system, as well as state specific impacts.
REGISTRATION*:
$295.00 per person - members
$395.00 per person - non-members
Click here to download the Registration Form.
RSVP: Friday 7 May 2010
* Early Bird Registration - Register by 23 April to qualify for early bird prices - $245.00 (members) or $350.00 (non-members).
* Group Booking Discount - Register 3 people from your company and pay only 50% of the registration for the fourth person.
For more information or a registration form, contact:
Janelle Hingston
Employment Relations Officer
E: er@qha.org.au
P: 07 3221 6999
