In March, Danielle embarked on her journey across Western Australia, delivering a series of exciting and informative seminars focused on HR and WHS, along with the latest updates in legislation. Her tour included stops in Albany, Geraldton, Gnowerup, Lake King, and Pingerup, where she engaged with an audience of new faces and existing clients. Through close collaboration, Danielle ensured participants were well-informed about recent legislative changes, thereby deepening their understanding of HR and WHS. Danielle achieved a 100% satisfaction rating for her seminars, receiving high ratings for ..read more

ProcessWorx is excited to introduce our newest member, Beck, who has hit the ground running as our new Client Development Manager. With 20 years of experience in sales, and managing diverse teams across various industries, Beck brings a wealth of expertise and a personable approach to our operations. With a background in HR, Beck is not just supporting but actively collaborating with our HR and WHS advisory team. She aims to blend her strong sales and HR experience with ongoing learning from the advisory team, enhancing her ability to create effective solutions for our clients. Beck’s approach ..read more

A Melbourne mortgage broking business, Ansa Finance, and its manager have been penalised $99,900 by the Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) for failing to take the steps required to backpay workers. The penalties were imposed in response to the business failing to comply with Compliance Notices issued by the FWO and totalled $83,250 against Ansa Finance Pty Ltd, and $16,650 against the individual company manager, Joshua Fuoco. Ansa Finance employed financial brokers and was issued multiple Compliance Notices by the Fair Work Ombudsman in relation to issuing backpay for underpaid workers and providing pa ..read more

When it comes to human resources and safety, Farms must comply with the same laws that big business do, but without the HR and Safety departments to help them.  These laws dictate that farms must have: Employment Contracts Individual Flexibility Agreements Better Off Overall Tests Extensive HR policies and procedures A Risk Register Safety policies Safe work procedures Hazard & incident reporting Registers for contractors, equipment, chemicals etc. Safety meetings Site inspections Emergency Management plans If Farmers fail to comply, they can be met with huge fines and even jail tim ..read more

On the 12th of February, 2024, Australian employment law took a significant leap forward with the passing of the Closing Loopholes No. 2 Bill through both Houses of Parliament. This pivotal legislation is set to introduce sweeping changes, reinforcing the legal framework surrounding employment relationships and enhancing protections for workers across the nation. Refining the Definition of Employee and Employer At the heart of the Bill is a nuanced redefinition of the terms ’employee’ and ’employer’ within the Fair Work Act, aimed at reflecting the practical realities of the employment relatio ..read more

In a significant shift towards ensuring safer working environments, Australia has updated its workplace exposure standard for welding fumes, reducing the acceptable limit from 5 milligrams per cubic meter (mg/m³) to 1 mg/m³ over an 8-hour time-weighted average. This change reflects a growing awareness of the health risks associated with welding fumes and a commitment to worker safety across various industries. Understanding the Change Welding is a ubiquitous process in sectors ranging from manufacturing to agriculture. It involves melting metal parts to join them together, which produces fumes ..read more

The Fair Work Act in Australia has undergone significant amendments to better define and distinguish the rights of contractors from those of employees. These changes aim to clarify the employment relationship, providing a clearer framework for employers to understand their obligations. With the introduction of the multi-factorial test, the distinction between contractors and employees has become more precise, necessitating a closer examination of working relationships to ensure compliance. Understanding the Amendments The recent amendments to the Fair Work Act reintroduce the multi-factorial t ..read more

Jenni Torsiello HR Consultant As the holiday season approaches, it’s no surprise to see Christmas decorations adorning store aisles and employees already planning their festive work celebrations. However, for employers, this season can be a double-edged sword. While we all yearn to have a great time, there are potential risks involved in organising a work-sponsored event that can impact a business owner or manager. At ProcessWorx, we’ve assisted clients with event mishaps that have left a lasting impression. In this article, we’ll share some quick tips on how to effectively mitigate these risk ..read more

Danielle McNamee started ProcessWorx in 2012, and quickly identified a real need for businesses to have help with managing Human Resources and Work Health & Safety.  What became clear to Danielle was that technology was becoming increasing important in the delivery of HR and WHS help to businesses. Clients were requesting easy ways to access HR and WHS management systems, including inducting staff online, recording hazards and incidents and accessing standard documents. Fortunately, Danielle’s husband Michael McNamee had a strong technical background.  Michael joined ProcessWorx ..read more

In the ever-evolving landscape of employment law, it’s crucial for employers to stay informed about their responsibilities and obligations toward their employees. One such area that has gained significant attention is wage theft legislation. In Western Australia (WA), as all of Australia, wage theft is a serious concern, and employers must be aware of their legal obligations to avoid legal repercussions. In this article, we’ll provide you with an understanding of wage theft legislation in WA, along with real-world examples of Fair Work cases involving underpayments. Understanding Wage Theft Le ..read more