Fair Work Ombudsman
Citation: FWO-2025-05-15-kyt-litigation-media-release
At a glance
- Penalty
- $33,000
- Employees affected
- 1
- Awards cited
- MA000217
What happened
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against KYT Laboratories Pty Ltd, trading as ‘Keytrust Laboratories’ and ‘Keytrust CollabCare’, and its sole director, Charles Greatrex. A Fair Work Inspector issued a Compliance Notice in March 2023 after believing the company underpaid an information technology worker employed from 2014 to 2022. The alleged underpayment involved minimum wages under the Professional Employees Award 2020 and unpaid annual leave entitlements. The company has not fully complied with the Compliance Notice, with over $24,000 remaining outstanding.
What was decided
The Fair Work Ombudsman is seeking penalties against KYT Laboratories Pty Ltd and Charles Greatrex for failing to comply with the Compliance Notice. KYT Laboratories faces a potential penalty of up to $41,250, and Mr Greatrex faces a penalty of up to $8,250. The court is also expected to order the company to pay the outstanding amount to the worker, plus interest and superannuation. A directions hearing is scheduled for July 2025.
What it means for employers
Employers must comply with Compliance Notices issued by the Fair Work Ombudsman. Failure to do so can result in significant penalties and orders to back-pay entitlements. Employers should seek advice if they receive a Compliance Notice and ensure they understand their obligations.
What it means for employees
Employees who believe they have been underpaid or are not receiving their entitlements should contact the Fair Work Ombudsman for free advice and assistance. There are also interpreter services available.
Every statement above is drawn from the published decision. Read the original here:
https://www.fairwork.gov.au/newsroom/media-releases/2025-media-releases/may-2025/20250515-kyt-litigation-media-releaseWant more cases like this?
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