Dismissing an employee who refused to return to the office was unfair, rules FWC
Australian Human Resources Institute Blog
by Phoebe Armstrong
2d ago
The Fair Work Commission has awarded compensation to an employee who was sacked for refusing to give up her decade-long work-from-home arrangement.  The right way to manage return-to-office mandates has been a significant debate among employers in the wake of the pandemic.  In October last year, AHRI’s Hybrid & Flexible Working Practices in Australian Workplaces report revealed that mandated office days increased by 11 percentage points from 2022-2023. The research suggests most organisations are asking employees to return to the physical workspace for at least three days per wee ..read more
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4 types of culture conversations to have with your employees
Australian Human Resources Institute Blog
by Kate Neilson
6d ago
Learn how to design a culture change program that excites and engages employees. How would you describe organisational culture? Leadership and culture expert Shane Hatton put this question to 1000 Australian managers when researching for his book Let’s Talk Culture, and only one in 10 could offer a consistent response. It’s challenging to describe a somewhat nebulous topic like this, especially one that can so easily mean different things to different people. So, Hatton put structure around it. “Culture always refers to something that’s collective, which means you have to have the buy-in of ev ..read more
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Busting 5 prevailing myths about neurodiversity in the workplace
Australian Human Resources Institute Blog
by Ian Handley
6d ago
To mark this year’s Neurodiversity Celebration Week, here are some common misconceptions about neurodivergent employees and tips for HR to harness the potential of this cohort.  As a long-time neurodiversity advocate, and someone who’s spent time with HR managers and executive leaders from almost every industry, I’ve seen countless organisations place neurodiverse recruitment in the ‘too hard’ or ‘not for us’ basket based on simple misconceptions. In reality, the evidence is stacking up on the benefits of cognitively diverse teams. Studies indicate diverse teams see higher productivity, m ..read more
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Podcast: Doing HR differently with Lucy Adams
Australian Human Resources Institute Blog
by HRM online
1w ago
In the latest episode of AHRI’s podcast, Let’s Take This Offline, CEO of Disruptive HR Lucy Adams discusses ways to rethink traditional HR practices for a disrupted world.  Could outdated policies and processes be holding HR back from embracing more agile ways of working? In a heavily disrupted world of work, the elevation of the HR profession from employee support to more strategic, executive roles is accelerating. However, to maintain this momentum, some HR leaders may need to consider a fresh approach to traditional HR practices, says Lucy Adams, CEO of Disruptive HR.  In the thir ..read more
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Payroll Officers
Australian Human Resources Institute Blog
by HRM online
1w ago
The Opportunity The Pay Services Team in the Finance and Pay Services Branch provides a critical function in the day to day operations of ASIO. We are seeking enthusiastic team players who care about ensuring people get paid correctly and on time. Whilst previous payroll experience is desirable, it’s not essential, you just need to love numbers. We are seeking officers who are self-motivated, willing to learn (on the job training will be provided) and have a desire for providing exceptional customer service to our staff. Role responsibilities AE4 Payroll Officers As an AE4 Payroll Officer in A ..read more
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HR manager criticised for “knee-jerk” reaction to criminal record discovery
Australian Human Resources Institute Blog
by Phoebe Armstrong
1w ago
A tribunal recently found an employee had been discriminated against for her “irrelevant” criminal record. What can HR learn from this case about managing candidates and employees with a criminal history? In a recent case, an HR manager was criticised by a tribunal for “[leaping] into punitive action” upon learning of an employee’s criminal record. After discovering an employee had been convicted several years prior for violence and drug-related offences, the HR manager in question immediately restricted the employee’s access to company systems and placed her on leave, despite receiving limite ..read more
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Infographic: What HR needs to know about cybersecurity
Australian Human Resources Institute Blog
by Phoebe Armstrong
1w ago
Leaders say cybersecurity will be their biggest challenge for the next 3-5 years, according to research. This infographic can guide you in crafting a cyber policy that protects your organisation in both the short and long-term. Do your employees know a scam when they see one? Threats to cybersecurity through scams, fraud and ‘phishing’ have been on the rise for several years now, robbing Australians of over $450 million collectively in 2023. As awareness of these scams increases, so does the sophistication of online scammers and malware, making them increasingly dangerous to consumers and busi ..read more
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3 expert insights to inform your DEI strategy in 2024
Australian Human Resources Institute Blog
by Phoebe Armstrong
2w ago
Three members of AHRI’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Advisory Panel offer advice on navigating the current DEI landscape and laying the foundations for sustainable progress. The last few years have seen diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) climb to new heights on HR’s list of priorities. Recent research indicates that HR professionals are more attuned to the importance of DEI to organisational success than ever before. According to AHRI’s The State of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Australian Workplaces 2023, the vast majority (84 per cent) of HR professionals say DEI is critical to ..read more
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4 ways to manage the ‘expectation paradox’ in the workplace
Australian Human Resources Institute Blog
by Dave Ulrich
2w ago
Expectations shape attitudes, attitudes drive behaviours and behaviours deliver results, says global HR leader, Dave Ulrich. That’s why it’s important for HR to manage the ‘expectation paradox’. Expectations often determine how people respond to certain situations. Expectations come from many sources – self-talk, upbringing, experiences, biases, peer groups, lifestyles, and so forth – and they can impact relationships, daily routines and work. For example: Lower-end restaurants, hotels and stores may have far fewer customer complaints than their high-end counterparts because of cus ..read more
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How this organisation is using tech to revolutionise employee feedback
Australian Human Resources Institute Blog
by Robert Blain
3w ago
By adopting an AHRI-award-winning HR tech solution, Transport for NSW facilitated greater engagement with its ‘unwired’ employees through its Daily Connect pilot program. Technology-enabled people practices have long supported HR to augment and enhance their initiatives. In recent years, we’ve seen some truly innovative applications streamlining what used to be labour-intensive processes. Transport for NSW’s case study, which saw it win Best Use of Technology at the 2023 AHRI Awards, is the perfect example of this. In 2022, it identified a need to facilitate better communication between leader ..read more
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