The Fair Work Ombudsman and the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) are auditing 50 businesses in the Melbourne CBD and inner suburbs in their second joint operation.
From 20 to 21 June, Fair Work inspectors are checking time and wage records to ensure employers are paying their workers correctly and complying with pay slip and record-keeping requirements.
The campaign follows the success of the agencies’ May 2016 joint operation in Brisbane, which recovered almost $40,000 for underpaid workers.
Fair Work Ombudsman Natalie James said both agencies want to make it as easy as possible for small businesses to access the advice and support they need to comply with their various legislative obligations.
“Where instances of non-compliance are identified, Fair Work inspectors will assist employers to rectify the issues and put in place processes to ensure the same issues do not arise in the future.”