Fair Work Ombudsman
Citation: FWO-2024-03-12-bassi-penalty-media-release
At a glance
- Penalty
- $19,922
- Employees affected
- 1
- Awards cited
- MA000073
What happened
The Fair Work Ombudsman investigated Jatinder Singh Bassi and his wife Satty Bassi, former operators of Bassi Group Transport, a waste collection and disposal business near Brisbane, Queensland. A truck driver employed part-time between June 2019 and February 2020 was underpaid. A Compliance Notice was issued in December 2021, requiring back-payment of entitlements, but it was not followed. The business provided waste collection and disposal services.
What was decided
The Federal Circuit and Family Court imposed penalties of $5,328 against each of Jatinder Singh Bassi and Satty Bassi. Jatinder Singh Bassi was also ordered to back-pay the worker $9,266 plus interest. The court’s decision reinforces the consequences of failing to comply with Compliance Notices. The Fair Work Ombudsman stated that legal action and penalties will be taken against employers who ignore these notices.
What it means for employers
Employers must comply with Compliance Notices issued by the Fair Work Ombudsman. Failure to do so can result in substantial penalties and back-payment orders. Businesses should ensure they understand their obligations under awards and the Fair Work Act.
What it means for employees
Employees who believe they have been underpaid or are experiencing issues with their entitlements should contact the Fair Work Ombudsman for free advice and assistance. The Fair Work Ombudsman offers resources and courses to help employers understand their obligations.
Every statement above is drawn from the published decision. Read the original here:
https://www.fairwork.gov.au/newsroom/media-releases/2024-media-releases/march-2024/20240312-bassi-penalty-media-releaseWant more cases like this?
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