9.5. Employee Contracts

Employment contracts are legally binding documents that outline the terms and conditions of employment between employers and employees in Australia. These agreements serve to clarify the rights, responsibilities, and expectations of both parties, providing a framework for the employment relationship.

Minimum requirements Employment contracts must have:

• Position & Duties
• Wages/ Salary
• Hours of work
• Leave entitlements
• Probationary period
• Termination
• Probationary Period
• Confidentiality
• Legal & Compliance requirements
  

Business.gov has a Employment Agreement Tool This tool helps employers, who are paying their staff on a hourly or weekly wage, to make a basic employment contract that complies with workplace laws.

https://www.fairwork.gov.au/tools-and-resources/templates