It happens every so often that an employer places an employee on a fixed-term contract for 3-months to gauge their suitability for the job. The question is then asked, are […]
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George Burns said: “Retirement at 65 is ridiculous! When I was 65, I still had pimples!” This might be the view of many South African employees, while others might feel
Can I force an employee to retire at a certain age? Read More »
We are often faced with workplace misconduct where the employer has treated similar acts of misconduct by employees differently. Consistently applying disciplinary actions and sanctions for the same or similar
Is consistently applying a workplace rule necessary? Read More »
The Department of Employment and Labour reporting period for Employment Equity has officially started on the 1st of September 2022, and designated employers have until the 15th of January 2023
The system for the submission of Employment Equity reports is now open Read More »
The National Bargaining Council for the Private Security Sector (NBCPSS) has resolved the implementation of the dispute resolution centres to deal exclusively with disputes relating to the employment relationship between
The Minister of Employment of Labour has extended the Consolidated Main Agreement for the Metal and Engineering Industries Bargaining Council (MEIBC) to non-parties within the industry. All employers must comply
MEIBC Main agreement extended to non-parties Read More »
Employers have the right to progressively discipline employees for work related misconduct and this could lead to a dismissal.
Disciplining for off-site Misconduct Read More »
Employers build cases for disciplinary inquiries using multiple facets such as video evidence, voice recordings, documentary evidence and witness testimony. Although findings in disciplinary hearings are made based on a balance of probability, employers must make use of evidence in order to ensure substantive fairness of the case.
Disciplinary Measures Against Employees Read More »
In light of the current COVID-19 pandemic and the dire consequences thereof on the majority of businesses within South Africa, a question that becomes prevalent is to which extent employers are entitled to vary the terms and conditions of their employees’ employment, if at all. Another important question is what the consequences of the employee’s refusal to such change might be.
UNILATERAL CHANGES TO TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Read More »
The Employment Equity reporting window is coming up with the deadline for submissions being 15 January 2022. As a designated employer, failure to comply could lead to substantial penalties.
Are you considered a designated employer in terms of the Employment Equity Act? Read More »
