the Applicant v Doessel Group Pty Ltd
Citation: [2025] FWC 1833
At a glance
- Employees affected
- 1
What happened
the Applicant commenced employment with Doessel Group Pty Ltd in 2021. The company operates in the construction industry. the Applicant was dismissed in 2024. She applied to the Fair Work Commission for an unfair dismissal remedy. The Commission notes that the Respondent did not appear at the hearing.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission found the Applicant’s dismissal was unfair. Deputy President Asbury considered the Respondent’s failure to appear and the lack of evidence presented. The Commission ordered the Respondent to reinstate the Applicant and pay her compensation. The decision states, 'I have found that the Respondent’s conduct in dismissing the Applicant was not in accordance with fair process.'
What it means for employers
Employers must ensure they follow fair procedures when dismissing employees. Failure to appear at a Fair Work Commission hearing can significantly impact the outcome of a case, as the Commission may draw adverse inferences from the absence of evidence.
What it means for employees
Employees who believe they have been unfairly dismissed should consider applying to the Fair Work Commission. A lack of response from the employer can strengthen an employee’s case.
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