Cairns HR
Services
Local Expertise You Can Trust.
HR Services
Your people can be your greatest asset or your greatest liability. Think of us as an external Human Resources department, based in Cairns, that works with you to minimise potential risk and maximise the happiness and productivity of all of your employees. Our expert advice will shine a light on what can be “grey areas” of Human Resources.
WHS Services
Ensuring the health and safety of your staff is not only a moral obligation but a legal requirement. With our expert advice and services, you can save time, money and stress by identifying potential risks and managing your WHS needs. Having quality WHS systems in place can also boost team morale and increase workplace productivity.
Benefits from working with us
Expert Advice
You can be sure you are getting up to date, accurate information, every time you speak with us.
Compliance
We help ensure you remain compliant with all your staffing and WHS legal requirements so you can avoid potential legal fees.
Business Growth
We provide you with the materials, advice and support you need to grow your business efficiently.
Cairns based
We are available for face to face meetings in Cairns and understand the local economy that may be impacting your business. Why speak to a call centre when you can speak direct with the experts?
Increased Productivity and Profitability
Ensuring your staff are well trained and managed can lead to a healthier bottom line and higher profits. By outsourcing some of your HR functions to us, you also free up your time to do what it is you do best.
Improved Team Morale
A safe working environment where team members are valued and developed leads to happier staff. We can help you with the processes to deliver this.
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Consultation
The world of HR and WHS can be confusing. Book a free, 15-minute consultation so we can point you in the right direction.
HR Service Offerings
Workplace Policies and Procedures
Protecting your business from potential future litigation with professionally written workplace policies and procedures is important. Utilise our expertise to design and develop these policies and procedures specifically for your business or industry requirements.
Employment Contracts
The importance of having effective and well-drafted employment contracts in place cannot be understated. Don’t leave this to chance or you may be very disappointed in case of a dispute. Remove this stress and let Cairns HR Services provide you with tailor-made employment contracts ensuring compliance with Fair Work Australia and any applicable award.
Terminations, Redundancy & Resignations
Terminations and redundancies can be a difficult time for businesses and employees alike. We can provide you with expert, personalised advice and documentation to minimise the stress and create the smoothest possible transition for all parties.
Unfair Dismissal and Adverse Action
Avoid the risk of Unfair Dismissal and Adverse Action before there is an issue by having expertly designed policies and procedures in place. Should you find yourself defending an Unfair Dismissal or Adverse Action claim, we can provide you with assistance and advice in handling such claims.
WHS Service Offerings
WHS Consultancy
WHS can be an overwhelming topic for most business owners. Why not enlist the help of a true expert in this field to provide you with professional, practical and tailored WHS advice? We will show you how you can improve your health and safety in the workplace and ensure you are compliant in these areas.
Audits & Workplace Safety Assessment
A full workplace safety assessment or audit to identify potential hazards and compliance issues may save you a lot of time, money and stress. A local Cairns WHS expert can come to you and conduct these assessments.
WHS Safety System Development
A fully customised WHS safety system with policies, procedures and plans to manage the health and safety of your employees is essential to minimise the risk of injury or illness in the workplace. It can also aid your business in applying for tenders. At Cairns HR Services, we can design and develop a WHS Safety System specifically for your business.
Safe Work Method Statements
Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) are required for all high-risk construction activities. We can tailor a document specific to your organisation’s activities, ensuring your compliance to workplace laws and able to continue work as usual.
The Businesses
We Help
We generally work with small to medium sized businesses up to 50 employees. Most of our clients are based in Cairns, but we do also help businesses all over Australia.
Some of the industries we support include:
- Trades and Services
- Aged Care & Disability Support Services
- Community Services and not for profit
- Hospitality & Tourism
- Education
- Agriculture
- Transport
- And more
Are you looking for a HR & WHS Training Platform to train your staff?
We are proud to be associated with TANDI – a cost-effective, online training management system you can use to track and deliver training to your staff. Suitable for all industry types, it’s a fantastic way to ensure your staff are compliant and appropriately trained.
With expert guidance from Mats, both the company’s WHS and HR policies and procedures have been comprehensively reviewed and updated. Mats has been instrumental in the development of an appropriate safety culture and in providing management with the confidence that the company is in full compliance.”
R. Roberts
Cairns Taxis
Blog Articles
How to Manage an Unfair Dismissal Claim – An Employer’s Guide
Receiving an unfair dismissal claim can be a challenging situation for any employer. Such claims arise when a former employee believes their termination was unjust or did not follow proper procedures. How you respond can affect not only the immediate outcome but also...
Employer’s guide to wage increase 1st July 2024
Minimum wage increase 1st July 2024 The Fair Work Commission has increased the minimum and award wages by 3.75 per cent. The decision will see the Australian National Minimum wage to be $915.90 per week, based on a full-time, 38-hour week, or $24.10 per hour. These...
Fixed Term Contracts – Guide to the New Rules
Fixed Term Contracts – What you need to know about the new rules The law was changed on 6 December 2023 to limit the ability of employers to engage employees on fixed term contracts. This article explains the practical effects of the changes to help employers...
How to Manage an Unfair Dismissal Claim – An Employer’s Guide
Receiving an unfair dismissal claim can be a challenging situation for any employer. Such claims arise when a former employee believes their termination was unjust or did not follow proper procedures. How you respond can affect not only the immediate outcome but also...
Employer’s guide to wage increase 1st July 2024
Minimum wage increase 1st July 2024 The Fair Work Commission has increased the minimum and award wages by 3.75 per cent. The decision will see the Australian National Minimum wage to be $915.90 per week, based on a full-time, 38-hour week, or $24.10 per hour. These...