Fair Work Ombudsman
Citation: FWO-2025-07-02-aica-international-and-mathews-penalties-media-release
At a glance
- Respondent
- AICA International Pty Ltd
- Penalty
- $39,600
- Employees affected
- 1
- Awards cited
- MA000217
What happened
AICA International Pty Ltd, a Perth-based company operating in several industries, and its former director, Shiju Mathews, have been penalized by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. The company failed to comply with a Compliance Notice regarding back-paying a full-time system and computer engineer employed between February 2018 and July 2022. Mr. Mathews was involved in this breach. The worker was underpaid minimum wages under the Professional Employees Award 2020.
What was decided
The Court imposed a $33,000 penalty on AICA International Pty Ltd and a $6,600 penalty on Shiju Mathews. The company must also pay the worker $2,654, plus interest and superannuation. The Fair Work Ombudsman emphasized that failing to act on Compliance Notices can result in court-imposed penalties. The investigation began after a request for assistance from the affected worker.
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 financial penalties and back-payment obligations. Understanding and responding to Compliance Notices is crucial for maintaining workplace compliance.
What it means for employees
Employees who believe they are underpaid or have concerns about their entitlements should contact the Fair Work Ombudsman for free advice and assistance. The Fair Work Ombudsman offers resources and support for employees to understand their rights and obligations.
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