FWO here to help building and construction apprentices
The Fair Work Ombudsman recovered over $750,000 in back-payments for building and construction apprentices and trainees. The regulator is actively targeting compliance in this sector to protect young workers.
$750,000 in back-payments recovered for building and construction apprentices and trainees by Fair Work Ombudsman
How much has Fair Work recovered for construction apprentices in back-pay?
Trades businesses employing apprentices face FWO scrutiny and must ensure award pay rates are met to avoid back-payment orders.
Key takeaways
- Fair Work Ombudsman has recovered over $750,000 in back-payments for construction apprentices and trainees.
- The recovery is part of Fair Work's efforts to improve compliance in the building sector.
- The independent regulator is focused on protecting apprentices and trainees as an important worker cohort.
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