Enterprise Bargaining
Are you insured against industrial action?
If your business operates in an environment where you need to ensure that you are protected from industrial action, then your workforce is either enterprise agreement covered, or you will be considering it.
Our experience extends to the preparation, negotiation and implementation of enterprise agreements, both in a unionised and non-unionised setting.
We can assist with all aspects of enterprise bargaining:
- On-site negotiations
- Strategic advice aligned with business objectives
- Information about current union claims and strategies
- Keeping abreast of developments and trends in bargaining
- Agreement drafting, approval and lodgement
- Representation in the Fair Work Commission including applications for protected action ballots, scope and good faith bargaining orders and applications to suspend or terminate protected industrial action
Restructuring and Redundancy
Implementing workplace change?
Implementing change – for instance, a restructure, moving location or introducing new technology, can be particularly challenging for a business.
We assist you to manage all kinds of workplace change, including compliance advice on all relevant legal obligations, and strategic support to either avoid or best deal with industrial conflict.
A deep understanding of the legal requirements to consult with affected employees is crucial. We can ensure that, through a well-developed communication plan, any restructure is considered and informed, and involves any necessary consultation and liaison, so as to reduce the risks inherent in the change process.
Industrial Relations Issues and Disputes
Having workforce troubles?
To protect your business from industrial relations risks, we advise, represent and advocate on all issues relating to:
- Industrial action (strikes), picketing and dispute management
- Union and individual workplace rights
- Trade union recognition issues
- Dealing with union officials and delegates
- Union right of entry to the workplace
- Information and consultation obligations
- Transfers of business, restructuring and redundancy programs
- Occupational health and safety interface
- Government industrial relations reforms