r/AusWork

Sorry guys, I just wanted some insight on whether this was okay or not. Just started working at best & less. When I finish at close time (6pm) I sometimes don't finish on time and have to clock out a bit later (5-15 mins after). Even though I clock out later - it isn't reflected on my timesheet. It either gets auto updated or my manager updates it. So I figured I should just leave on time at 6. The manager stopped me and told me that we all have to clock out together. Is it wrong to think I should be paid for the minutes I stay back after 6? There's an SDA representative that works there too but I don't really trust them. They pretty much forced me to sign up to the union too. What should I do?

Been at my job for a couple of years and I reckon I'm due for a raise. Not sure how to bring it up without looking greedy or getting knocked back. How's anyone else done this?

Hey there,

I have been working in a small independent cafe as a kitchen porter since the start of the year and I recently looked into how much I have been getting paid and what award I should be on. It seems that I would be covered by the restaurant industry award (I never signed a contract, so i'm not entirely sure what award I am officially under).

The problem is that I am being paid 30.35 an hour (casual worker, over the age of 20) and that is the introductory rate. When I started the job, I had several years experience working in kitchens doing the exact same role plus I have now been working at this place 5 days a week for the last 6 months.

I am not sure what to do. I feel like I cannot approach my boss about it because i'm worried they will take offence and reduce my hours, and possibly replace me with somebody else. They keep on complaining about how the business isn't making much money at the moment and maybe bringing this up with them will give them reason to reduce my hours. The workplace is very intimate, working closely with the owner and I don't wan't to make things harder for myself.

Thanks in advance

My new employer told me I'd get my payslip electronically but honestly they haven't sent me anything in three months. I've asked twice and they keep saying it's coming. Is this dodgy or do companies just do this now?

Hi, I am looking for advice on cashing out on long service leave. I am in WA.

It won’t come available until January next year and it is my intention to resign from the company around this time to pursue a different career. I potentially already have a job lined up with a start date in January also. Is there any way this can be approached without blindsiding the company by asking for LSL payout and resigning shortly after? Ideally I would hand my resignation in December this year however I am not sure of the bearing this would have on the overall total of the payout. I would like to leave on good terms.

Thanks

I’ve worked for a NFP for 12 months in an admin role and my contract states I’m level 3 SCHADS. I’m paid above the award and on approx 78,000 per annum (I am full time).
My manager approached me and queried my job satisfaction and went on to say they want to retain good employees and if I wanted to ask for a raise he’d support it.

This job was a huge career change, I’ve not worked in NFP before, and I’ve also never been in a position where I’ve been essentially told to ask for a raise. I’m trying to wrap my head around the award, the levels, and what is an appropriate figure to ask for within this sector.
My role and responsibilities have definately grown since I’ve started and I’ve also done a professional development course (paid for by work) which has increased my knowledge/skillset. Can someone please provide me a bit of guidance here and suggest what would be a reasonable amount?