r/AusWork

I was offered a job after an interview but they want me to come in for a few hours first as a “trial”. They haven’t mentioned paying me for it and I’m a bit uncomfortable with the whole thing. I don’t have much experience pushing back on employers, so I’m not sure whether I should just do it or ask about payment first. Will it sound rude if I do so?

Hi everyone... I want to know some things to keep an eye out for when starting out as a survey assistant/technician.

One company I had an interview with for such a role has said that, if successful, applicants will be asked to do a trial shift with them. While I am not opposed to the idea, I'd like to know if I should be suspicious if it is an unpaid shift? I've been burnt with such conditions in hospitality.

Also, is it recommended to join a union when starting out? If so, is it the CFMEU that's the most common one?

How to lodge a case of unfair workplace practices against an employer?

Right now I'm a part time team member at Coles (Sydney), but I'm getting only like 12-15 hours a week and as I'm 18yo and PT, my pay is very less so i wanna find another job to atleast take out my rent.
I've got an interview at maccas, so shall l agree to a Part Time position or a Casual Position as I can't go more over 24 hours/week, tho I need work in xmas holidays as well and I'm not sure if maccas gives shifts to casual employees in those times.
So what suits the best for me?
Like I could work around 8 - 10 hours after the coles job.
Someone please guide a good option for long term as well.
I'm able to do night shift at mcd as well.
Thanks ppl:))