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Casual Conversion Request Email Template

Written notice to your employer that you want to change from casual to permanent employment under the employee choice pathway — available after 6 months, or 12 months with a small business employer.

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Request for Casual to Permanent Conversion
Hi [Manager's Name], I'm writing to request conversion from casual to [Preferred Employment Type] employment at [Company Name]. I've been employed as a casual [Your Position/Title] since [Casual Start Date] and have been working a regular pattern of approximately [Average Weekly Hours] during this time. Under the Fair Work Act 2009, a regular casual employee who has been employed for 12 or more months and has worked a regular pattern of hours on an ongoing basis has the right to request conversion to permanent employment. The employer must respond in writing within 21 days and can only refuse on reasonable business grounds. I believe I meet the eligibility criteria and would like to convert to a [Preferred Employment Type] arrangement that reflects my current working pattern. I'm happy to discuss this further and work out the details. Kind regards, [Your Full Name]

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Disclaimer: This template provides general information only and does not constitute legal advice. The content is based on the Fair Work Act 2009 and the National Employment Standards but may not reflect your specific circumstances, award, or enterprise agreement. Always verify with the Fair Work Ombudsman (13 13 94) or a qualified professional before sending any workplace correspondence.