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MEMBER ADVICE AND SUPPORT
Our workplace relations advisory services
As part of your membership with Master Builders ACT, we provide a range of workplace relations services as a benefit of membership, as well as selected services for a fee.
We can provide you with written and verbal support and advice, access to template documents, and assistance in managing a broad range of workplace relations matters.
By reaching out to our Advisory team, you will be speaking to workplace relations practitioners with experience and knowledge in employment arrangements, work health and safety and laws relating to the building and construction sector.
Services we offer
Our Advisory team can advise members on the following matters:
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Minimum wage rates and entitlements
Get clear advice on pay rates, allowances, penalties and entitlements so you stay compliant and avoid underpayments.
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Enterprise Agreement and Modern Award interpretation
We help you interpret Awards and Agreements correctly, so you can apply pay and conditions with confidence.
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Employment contracts
Set up employment contracts that protect your business and clearly define roles, expectations and obligations.
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Policies
Create and update workplace policies that support fair processes, reduce risk and keep your team on the same page.
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Leave
Understand leave types, accruals and approvals, with practical guidance for managing leave.
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Performance management
Handle performance issues with a clear process that supports better outcomes for both employer and employee.
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Termination and redundancy
Get step-by-step support to manage termination or redundancy lawfully, minimising risk and disputes.
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Right of entry
Know your obligations and respond correctly to union right of entry requests, site visits and documentation requirements.
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Freedom of association
Ensure your workplace respects employee rights around unions and representation while meeting your legal obligations.
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Employee classification
We help you classify workers correctly and reduce exposure to sham contracting and backpay claims.
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Desktop compliance checks
Access a free desktop compliance check to make sure you are meeting your obligations across workplace, WHS and building compliance.
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
What our clients say
Our members paint a picture of the difference strong workplace relations support can make. Here are a few words from everyday people, builders and businesses who've leaned on our team for prompt and practical advice when it mattered most.
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“Thank you so much for all the hard work you and your team have done for me. I REALLY!!!! Appreciate it. In the 30 odd years that I have been a member of the MBA I don't think I really used my membership to its full capacity. This year has made it all worthwhile.”
“I am extremely grateful for your efforts.”
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“Quick, practical advice that made a real difference. We had a tricky redundancy question on Friday afternoon and Melissa walked us through it before close of business — saved us a fortnight of legal back-and-forth.”
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“Membership has paid for itself ten times over. The workplace relations team know our industry inside out — every call ends with a clear next step, not just generic guidance.”
