Talk:Fair Work Ombudsman

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Part of an edit requested by an editor with a conflict of interest has been implemented.

• What I think should be changed (include citations):

The section Office holders, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fair_Work_Ombudsman#Office_holders includes incorrect group names. Instead of 'There are currently three Deputy Fair Work Ombudsmen, in charge of Operations; Strategy, Engagement and Communications; and Corporate.' It should say 'There are currently two Deputy Fair Work Ombudsmen. Mark Scully, for Compliance and Enforcement, and Kristen Hannah for Policy and Communication. Michael Campbell is the Chief Operating Officer and Rachel Volzke is Chief Council.' ^[1]

• Why it should be changed:

The current wording is out of date and does not reflect the organisation structure

• References supporting the possible change (format using the "cite" button):

^[2] The above link is from Fair Work Ombudsman website page ^[3]

• What I think should be changed (include citations):

The Fair Work Ombudsman section https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fair_Work_Ombudsman#The_Office_of_the_Fair_Work_Ombudsman should be updated to: The Fair Work Ombudsman have offices in all capital cities and 14 regional locations across Australia. ^[4]

• Why it should be changed:

The current information is out of date.

• References supporting the possible change (format using the "cite" button):

^[5]

• What I think should be changed (include citations):

The Functions section: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fair_Work_Ombudsman#Functions should be deleted.

• Why it should be changed:

The current information is out of date and subject to change as per the organisations policies.

• References supporting the possible change (format using the "cite" button):

^[6]

Fair Angela (talk) 02:47, 22 April 2022 (UTC)[reply]

 Partly done: Hi. Most of what you requested is sound, except for the last request. Yes the "current information is out of date and subject to change as per the organisations policies", yet the functions as stated present a broad picture of what the Ombudsman is about and are quite informative as they stand. If you have anything better, accompanied with better sourcing, I'd be happy to have a look. PK650 (talk) 07:30, 28 April 2022 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you, I will respond with better sourcing regarding the functions section.

In regards to the 'The Office of the Fair Work Ombudsman' section - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fair_Work_Ombudsman#The_Office_of_the_Fair_Work_Ombudsman

There are no longer regional partner offices so can you please remove that sentence as per the cited reference - https://www.fairwork.gov.au/about-us/contact-us/offices

Additionally in the Office holders section - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fair_Work_Ombudsman#Office_holders, can you please update the spelling of 'council' to 'counsel'. My request was misspelled but the correct spelling is in the reference: https://www.fairwork.gov.au/sites/default/files/migration/725/fwo-organisational-chart-jul-2021.docx Fair Angela (talk) 03:32, 3 May 2022 (UTC)[reply]

As the Fair Work Ombudsman functions have changed over time I propose the following updates to the Functions section of the page: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fair_Work_Ombudsman#Functions

Functions

- Education and advice

- Compliance and enforcement

Education and advice

The Fair Work Ombudsman offers employers and employees free information and advice on pay, conditions, and workplace rights and obligations under the national workplace relations system. (reference compliance and enforcement)

Information is provided through the Fair Work Infoline and Small Business Helpline as well as the Fair Work Ombudsman website. The website includes fact sheets, best practice guides, and online courses. It also has:

· a Pay and Conditions Tool to calculate pay rates, leave entitlements, notice periods and redundancy pay

· templates and guides for record keeping, pay slips and stages of the employment lifecycle like hiring staff or starting a new job

· a dedicated page to help small business employers (reference contact us page and Small Business Showcase).

Compliance and enforcement

The Fair Work Ombudsman can inquire into and investigate breaches of the Fair Work Act. (reference [1]) Each year priority areas are announced, these guide compliance and education work (Priorities). The Fair Work Ombudsman use a range of processes and enforcement options including:

· workplace investigations[1}

· compliance notices[2]

· infringement notices[3]

· enforceable undertakings[5]

· litigation.[6] (reference [2])

When the Fair Work Ombudsman becomes aware of allegations of breaches of the Fair Work Act, they assess each matter to decide how they will respond.

Before any investigation or inquiry is commenced, a case assessment process is undertaken first to determine, amongst other things, whether the Fair Work Ombudsman has jurisdiction, and whether any proposed compliance activity would be an efficient, effective and ethical use of public resources.  (Reference compliance and enforcement policy) Fair Angela (talk) 00:09, 10 May 2022 (UTC)[reply]

Part of an edit requested by an editor with a conflict of interest has been implemented.

• What I think should be changed (include citations):

Update spelling of counsel in Office holders section. It should say: There are currently two Deputy Fair Work Ombudsmen. Mark Scully, for Compliance and Enforcement, and Kristen Hannah for Policy and Communication. Michael Campbell is the Chief Operating Officer and Rachel Volzke is Chief Counsel.

• Why it should be changed:

Because it is misspelled ^[1]

Already done Duke Gilmore (talk) 17:48, 17 December 2022 (UTC)[reply]

• What I think should be changed (include citations):

The Office of the Fair Work Ombudsman section should not include reference to state partner offices. It should say: The Office of the Fair Work Ombudsman consists of the Fair Work Ombudsman, supporting staff and Fair Work Inspectors who are all focused on serving the needs of everyone covered by the Australian workplace system. The Fair Work Ombudsman have offices in all capital cities and 14 regional locations across Australia.

• Why it should be changed:

There are no state partner office as per reference ^[2]

 Done Duke Gilmore (talk) 17:48, 17 December 2022 (UTC)[reply]

• What I think should be changed (include citations):

Updating the out-of-date functions section of the page. To ensure that information is current and reflects the agency functions it should read:

Functions

• Education and advice
• Compliance and enforcement

Education and advice

The Fair Work Ombudsman offers employers and employees free information and advice on pay, conditions, and workplace rights and obligations under the national workplace relations system.^[3]

 Done Duke Gilmore (talk) 17:48, 17 December 2022 (UTC)[reply]

Information is provided through the Fair Work Infoline and Small Business Helpline as well as the Fair Work Ombudsman website. The website includes fact sheets, best practice guides, and online courses. It also has:

• a Pay and Conditions Tool to calculate pay rates, leave entitlements, notice periods and redundancy pay
• templates and guides for record keeping, pay slips and stages of the employment lifecycle like hiring staff or starting a new job
• a dedicated page to help small business employers^[4][5].

 Not done Unnecessarily detailed. Duke Gilmore (talk) 17:48, 17 December 2022 (UTC)[reply]

Compliance and enforcement

The Fair Work Ombudsman can inquire into and investigate breaches of the Fair Work Act.^[6] Each year priority areas are announced, these guide compliance and education work^[7]. The Fair Work Ombudsman use a range of processes and enforcement options including:

• workplace investigations
• compliance notices
• infringement notices
• enforceable undertakings
• litigation.^[8]

When the Fair Work Ombudsman becomes aware of allegations of breaches of the Fair Work Act, they assess each matter to decide how they will respond.

Before any investigation or inquiry is commenced, a case assessment process is undertaken first to determine, amongst other things, whether the Fair Work Ombudsman has jurisdiction, and whether any proposed compliance activity would be an efficient, effective and ethical use of public resources.^[9]

• Why it should be changed:

The operations and priorities of the agency can change these edits provide an outline of current functions.

 Partly done An abbreviated sub-category was added. Duke Gilmore (talk) 17:48, 17 December 2022 (UTC)[reply]

Fair Angela (talk) 02:09, 3 June 2022 (UTC)[reply]

@Fair Angela See comments above. Cheers. Duke Gilmore (talk) 17:48, 17 December 2022 (UTC)[reply]