Q&A

Question: What is the Fair Work Ombudsman?

The role of Fair Work Ombudsman is set out in legislation and they make sure that employers are meeting their obligations under the Fair Work Act and generally promote better workplace relations between employees and their employers. The Fair Work Ombudsman provides many resources for employees and employers in Australia, which include a phone line to ring when they have questions or concerns and provide resources and educational information about the Fair Work Act. The Fair Work Ombudsman enforces the Fair Work Act. The Fair Work Commission also handles unfair dismissal applications and other issues in relation to the Fair Work Act.