Solving Employment Relations Problems

The best way to deal with a workplace problem is to prevent it from happening. Both employers and employees should ensure they have the information and guidance they need. This is especially important when setting up an employment relationship, and when problems arise during the course of employment.

The Department of Labour’s employment relations site www.ers.dol.govt.nz/problem/ has useful information about rights and obligations, resolving problems, and the services available to fix problems.

There is also an Employers' guide to employment relationships and a How to Hire guide on the publications page.