If you want to create a painting business or build upon your existing painting business, you must consider what to include in your employment contracts. The great aspect of being a painter is that every job is different and presents unique challenges. This means that your employees must be able to work efficiently and effectively in various circumstances and situations and be prepared for any eventuality. The most effective way to ensure this occurs is by creating distinct, well-rounded contracts that reflect your vision for your painting business. This article explains what you should include in your employment contracts as a painter.
How Will Employment Contracts Help My Business As a Painter?
Employment contracts define the role of every employee within your business, which means that they form the foundation upon which the structure of your business is built. Without clear and precise employment contracts, there is a good chance that your business will end abruptly. This is because an employment contract allows employees to understand exactly where they stand within the business. As a result, your employees will:
- be well aware of their expected roles and responsibilities when conducting painting work; and
- better identify areas in which they can improve within your painting business.
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What Should I Include in My Employment Contracts?
At a minimum, you should include the following in your employment contracts:
- type of employment such as a casual, full-time or part-time employee as opposed to an independent contractor;
- leave entitlements;
- hours of work;
- remuneration;
- notice periods, which specifies the notice required if either party terminates the employment agreement;
- superannuation entitlements;
- general duties; and
- probation periods.
The above points provide the basis for an adequate employment contract for your painting business.
Continue reading this article below the formCan I Draft an Employment Contract As a Painter?
With prior legal experience, it can be easier to draft an employment contract yourself. However, this does not mean you have to rely on a lawyer for every aspect of your contracts.
Firstly, you could draft your employment contracts and have a legal professional review them at the final stages. Alternatively, you can have a legal professional draft them, and you review them at the final stage. Otherwise, you could use a combination of the above two options in the best way for you.
Key Takeaways
If you want to create a painting business or build upon your existing painting business, consider what to include in your employment contracts. Employment contracts form the foundation of your business by reinforcing your business model so that your employees know where they stand at all times.
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Frequently Asked Questions
An employment agreement or employment contract outlines the entitlements and obligations of employees and employers in the employment relationship.
If you are hiring staff for your painting services as employees, you should use employment contracts. This way, both you and your employee are clear about the terms of their employment. Otherwise, if you will use independent contractors, you will likely need other agreements in place.
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