More than $470,000 in penalties imposed, as finance broking operator sanctioned for third time
The Fair Work Ombudsman won $478,880 in court penalties against two Melbourne companies and their manager. The conduct included systematic exploitation of migrant workers and adverse action. The finance broking operator has now been sanctioned three times.
$478,880 in total court penalties against two Melbourne companies and their manager.
What penalties can employers face for exploiting migrant workers in Australia?
The case is in finance broking, not the trades, so it has little direct impact. Trade employers who hire migrant workers can still see the Fair Work Ombudsman's enforcement and the penalties for repeat breaches.
Key takeaways
- The Fair Work Ombudsman secured $478,880 in penalties against two Melbourne companies and their manager.
- The conduct included systematic exploitation of migrant workers and adverse action.
- This is the third time the finance broking operator has been sanctioned.
- The case shows repeat workplace breaches can bring escalating court penalties.
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