Can an employee's start date fall on a weekend or public holiday in Australia?

In Australia, an employee's start date cannot fall on a weekend or public holiday. This is because certain employees are entitled to penalty rates if they work on weekends or public holidays. Additionally, for employees who are paid monthly, the proration formula is based on working days from Monday to Friday. If a start date is set on a weekend, there is a risk of underpayment to the employee.

Is there a statutory probationary period in Australia and can it be extended or removed? Can the probationary period differ for various job titles or employment agreement types?

In Australia, the probationary period typically ranges from 3 to 6 months, depending on the industry. This period can only be extended if it is explicitly stated in the employment agreement and the extension is reasonable. The length and terms of the probationary period may vary for different job titles or types of employment agreements.

Can Pebl accept or support customers that have a local entity in Australia?

Pebl can accept and support customers that have a local entity in Australia. A service agreement is not required if the customer possesses a local entity.