Zero Hour Contract for New Zealand

Zero Hour Contract Template for New Zealand

A Zero Hour Contract governed by New Zealand law is an employment agreement that provides a framework for casual employment without guaranteeing minimum hours of work. This document complies with the Employment Relations Act 2000 and its 2016 amendments, which specifically regulate zero-hour arrangements in New Zealand. It includes provisions for work allocation, acceptance procedures, pay rates, and leave entitlements while ensuring compliance with specific NZ requirements regarding availability provisions and shift cancellations. The agreement balances employer flexibility with employee protections required under New Zealand employment law.

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What is a Zero Hour Contract?

This Zero Hour Contract template is designed for use in New Zealand employment relationships where work hours are irregular and no minimum hours are guaranteed. It incorporates requirements from the Employment Relations Act 2000 and its 2016 amendments, which introduced specific protections for employees on zero-hour arrangements. The document is particularly suitable for industries with variable staffing needs, such as hospitality, retail, and healthcare. It includes mandatory provisions regarding availability, shift cancellation, and minimum notice periods, while clearly stating the casual nature of the employment relationship. The agreement ensures compliance with New Zealand employment law while providing flexibility for both parties. Key sections cover work allocation, acceptance procedures, pay rates, and leave entitlements, with optional provisions for specific industry requirements.

What sections should be included in a Zero Hour Contract?

1. Parties: Identification of the employer and employee with full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Context of the employment relationship and purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'casual work', 'shift', 'availability provision' etc.

4. Nature of Employment: Clear statement of zero-hour nature and no guaranteed minimum hours

5. Offer and Acceptance of Work: Process for how work will be offered and can be accepted or declined

6. Position and Duties: Description of the role and key responsibilities when work is accepted

7. Hours of Work: Explanation of variable hours and how shifts may be allocated

8. Place of Work: Location(s) where work will be performed

9. Remuneration: Pay rate, payment method, and timing of payments

10. Leave Entitlements: Holiday pay, sick leave, and other leave calculations for casual work

11. Health and Safety: Health and safety obligations and procedures

12. Confidentiality: Protection of employer's confidential information

13. Termination: Process for ending the employment relationship

14. General Provisions: Standard contractual terms including governing law and amendments

What sections are optional to include in a Zero Hour Contract?

1. Availability Provision: Required if the employer wants the employee to be available for work beyond accepted shifts - must include reasonable compensation

2. Shift Cancellation: Required if the employer wants the right to cancel shifts - must include notice period and compensation terms

3. Training and Development: Include if specific training requirements or development opportunities exist

4. Equipment and Tools: Include if employer provides specific equipment or tools for the role

5. Secondary Employment: Include if there are restrictions on working for other employers

6. Intellectual Property: Include if the role involves creation of IP or creative work

7. Vehicle Use: Include if the role requires use of company or personal vehicles

8. Commission Structure: Include if the role includes performance-based pay or commissions

What schedules should be included in a Zero Hour Contract?

1. Schedule 1: Position Description: Detailed description of the role, responsibilities, and reporting lines

2. Schedule 2: Pay Rates: Detailed breakdown of pay rates including any penalty rates or allowances

3. Schedule 3: Company Policies: List of applicable workplace policies and procedures

4. Appendix A: Health and Safety Procedures: Specific health and safety requirements and procedures

5. Appendix B: Confidential Information: Detailed description of what constitutes confidential information

6. Appendix C: Employee Handbook Reference: Reference to relevant sections of the employee handbook

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Genie AI | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

New Zealand

Publisher

Genie AI

Document Type

Employment Contract

Cost

Free to use
Clauses
Relevant Industries

Hospitality

Retail

Healthcare

Education

Events and Entertainment

Tourism

Food Service

Customer Service

Logistics

Agriculture

Cleaning Services

Security Services

Relevant Teams

Human Resources

Legal

Operations

Retail Operations

Customer Service

Food and Beverage

Facilities Management

Security Operations

Events Management

Front Office

Sales Operations

Relevant Roles

Customer Service Representative

Retail Assistant

Waitstaff

Healthcare Assistant

Reception Staff

Security Guard

Cleaner

Bar Staff

Shop Assistant

Call Center Agent

Events Staff

Tour Guide

Kitchen Hand

Warehouse Worker

Student Support Worker

Seasonal Worker

Care Worker

Sales Assistant

Industries
Teams

Employer, Employee, Start Date, Job Title, Department, Location, Probationary Period, Notice Period, Salary, Overtime, Vacation Pay, Statutory Holidays, Benefits, Bonus, Expenses, Working Hours, Rest Breaks,  Leaves of Absence, Confidentiality, Intellectual Property, Non-Solicitation, Non-Competition, Code of Conduct, Termination,  Severance Pay, Governing Law, Entire Agreemen

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