Provide minimum notice of termination (NES s 117)
NES minimum notice of termination scales from 1 week to 5 weeks based on service + age 45+.
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Who must comply
National-system employers.
What triggers it
Termination of employee.
When due
Notice prior to termination, or payment in lieu.
Evidence required
Termination letter; payment records.
Max penalty
Civil penalty for underpayment; underpayment recovery
Summary
Section 117 Fair Work Act + NES sets minimum notice of termination: 1 week (<1yr), 2 weeks (1-3yr), 3 weeks (3-5yr), 4 weeks (5+yr); +1 week additional if 45+ years old + 2+ years service. Awards or contracts may extend.
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Source legislation
Topics
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Source: https://fairwork.gov.au/ending-employment/notice-and-final-pay. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.