This document serves as a legally compliant employment agreement for casual workers in New Zealand, specifically structured as a 0 Hour Contract Notice Period arrangement. It is designed for situations where work hours cannot be guaranteed but where both parties require flexibility in their working relationship. The agreement incorporates all necessary elements required by New Zealand employment law, including the Employment Relations Act 2000 and its 2016 amendments, which effectively banned traditional zero-hour contracts. It includes provisions for notice periods, work availability, compensation for shift cancellations, and details about how work will be offered and accepted. This type of agreement is particularly useful for businesses with fluctuating staffing needs while ensuring compliance with New Zealand's employment legislation and protecting both employer and employee rights.
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1. Parties: Identifies the employer and employee with full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Explains the context of the employment relationship and the nature of the zero-hour arrangement
3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement
4. Nature of Agreement: Specifies that this is a casual employment agreement with no guaranteed hours
5. Duration of Agreement: States when the agreement begins and that it continues until terminated
6. Work Arrangements: Details how work will be offered and accepted, including communication methods and timeframes
7. Hours of Work: Explains that hours are not guaranteed but sets any parameters around when work might be offered
8. Compensation: Specifies hourly rate, payment methods, and any minimum payments for cancelled shifts
9. Leave Entitlements: Details how various types of leave accrue and are calculated
10. Health and Safety: Outlines health and safety obligations and procedures
11. Confidentiality: Specifies confidentiality obligations
12. Termination: Details notice periods and termination procedures
13. General Provisions: Includes standard contractual clauses like entire agreement, governing law, etc.
1. Availability Provisions: Required only if the employer wishes to include specific availability expectations
2. Training Requirements: Include if specific training or certifications are required for the role
3. Equipment and Tools: Include if the role requires specific equipment or tools to be provided by either party
4. Location of Work: Include if work may be performed at multiple locations or remotely
5. Restraint of Trade: Include if there are concerns about competition or working for competitors
6. Intellectual Property: Include if the role involves creation of intellectual property
7. Performance Expectations: Include if specific performance standards or KPIs apply to the role
1. Schedule 1 - Position Description: Detailed description of the role and responsibilities
2. Schedule 2 - Pay Rates: Detailed breakdown of pay rates, including any penalty rates or allowances
3. Schedule 3 - Company Policies: List of applicable company policies that form part of the agreement
4. Appendix A - Employee Information Form: Form for collecting employee's personal and emergency contact details
5. Appendix B - Tax Declaration Form: Required tax forms for payroll purposes
6. Appendix C - Availability Calendar: Optional form for indicating general availability patterns
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