Fair Work Ombudsman
Citation: FWO-2023-08-09-williamson-penalty-media-release
At a glance
- Penalty
- $11,500
- Employees affected
- 2
What happened
Wayne Thomas Williamson, the former director of Central District Smash Repairs Pty Ltd, has been penalised by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. The company, now in liquidation, failed to comply with Compliance Notices regarding underpayments to two employees. The employees were an estimator manager (employed for approximately 3.5 years) and an administrative manager and payroll officer (employed for over 20 years). The Fair Work Ombudsman investigated after receiving requests for assistance from the workers.
What was decided
The Federal Circuit and Family Court imposed a $11,500 penalty against Wayne Thomas Williamson for failing to comply with Compliance Notices. The court found Williamson’s actions were deliberate and he lacked contrition. The penalty will contribute to rectifying the underpayment of the two workers. The court highlighted the consequences of failing to follow Compliance Notices. Williamson was also recently disqualified from managing corporations by ASIC.
What it means for employers
Employers must act on Compliance Notices issued by the Fair Work Ombudsman. Failure to do so can result in significant penalties and damage to reputation. Directors can be held personally accountable for breaches.
What it means for employees
Employees who believe they have been underpaid or are concerned about their entitlements should contact the Fair Work Ombudsman for free assistance. Interpreter services are available.
Every statement above is drawn from the published decision. Read the original here:
https://www.fairwork.gov.au/newsroom/media-releases/2023-media-releases/august-2023/20230809-williamson-penalty-media-releaseWant more cases like this?
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