Sydney plumbing operators in court
The Fair Work Ombudsman has launched legal action against a Sydney plumbing business over alleged wage or workplace breaches affecting an apprentice and a migrant worker.
What happens when a Sydney plumbing business is taken to court by the Fair Work Ombudsman?
Plumbers and trade business owners in NSW should note FWO is actively pursuing compliance cases involving apprentices and migrant workers.
Key takeaways
- Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against a Sydney plumbing business operator.
- The alleged breach involves both a young apprentice and a migrant worker.
- Trade business owners must ensure correct pay and conditions for all staff, including apprentices.
- FWO is actively targeting non-compliance in the trades sector across NSW.
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