Fair Work Ombudsman
Citation: FWO-2022-07-08-spann-litigation-media-release
At a glance
- Penalty
- $892
- Employees affected
- 1
- Awards cited
- MA000127
What happened
The Fair Work Ombudsman commenced legal action against Colin Spann, who operated Spann’s Cleaning Services near Brisbane. A Fair Work Inspector investigated after a worker requested assistance. The worker was employed casually between December 2020 and September 2021. The inspector believed the worker was not paid entitlements under the Cleaning Services Award 2020, totaling $891.61. Mr. Spann was issued a Compliance Notice but allegedly failed to comply.
What was decided
The Fair Work Ombudsman is seeking a penalty against Mr. Spann for failing to comply with the Compliance Notice and for alleged pay slip contraventions. The court may order him to rectify the underpayment, including superannuation and interest. A directions hearing was scheduled for August 15, 2022. The proceedings were discontinued on August 12, 2022.
What it means for employers
Employers must comply with Compliance Notices issued by the Fair Work Ombudsman. Failure to do so can result in penalties and court orders to back-pay entitlements.
What it means for employees
Employees who believe they have not received their correct pay or entitlements should contact the Fair Work Ombudsman for assistance.
Every statement above is drawn from the published decision. Read the original here:
https://www.fairwork.gov.au/newsroom/media-releases/2022-media-releases/july-2022/20220708-spann-litigation-media-releaseWant more cases like this?
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