Protecting Employers & Safeguarding Workplace Rights in Construction

Employment Law

Employment law in the construction industry is complex, with strict compliance requirements that impact everything from hiring and contracts to workplace safety and dispute resolution. At Level Playing Field Lawyers, we assist construction businesses and industry employers with navigating employment laws, ensuring compliance, and protecting their workforce while mitigating legal risks.

Whether it’s drafting contracts, handling dismissals, managing wage disputes, or ensuring workplace safety compliance, our employment law team provides clear legal guidance to prevent costly disputes and regulatory penalties.

Business Risks & Industry Challenges

Without proper employment law guidance, construction businesses often face:

Unfair Dismissal Claims

Wrongful termination cases can result in financial penalties and reputational harm.

Workplace Health & Safety Compliance Risks

Failure to meet WorkSafe and OHS regulations leads to fines, claims, and potential shutdowns.

Underpayment & Wage Disputes

Incorrect pay structures lead to legal claims and Fair Work investigations.

Workplace Discrimination & Harassment Claims

Allegations can lead to court cases and damage to business credibility.

Workers' Compensation & Injury Claims

Incorrect handling of claims results in financial liability and legal penalties.

How We Help In Employment Law

At Level Playing Field Lawyers, we help construction professionals and business owners ensure legal compliance and resolve employment disputes effectively.

Drafting & Reviewing Employment Contracts

Ensuring legally sound hiring terms, obligations, and termination clauses.

Unfair Dismissal & Termination Advice

Defending against wrongful termination and unfair dismissal claims.

Workplace Health & Safety Compliance

Helping businesses meet OHS and WorkSafe obligations.

Workplace Investigations & Dispute Resolution

Assisting with harassment claims, discrimination disputes, and disciplinary actions.

Workers’ Compensation
Claims

Advising on employer obligations and defending against fraudulent claims.

Wage & Award
Compliance

Ensuring adherence to Fair Work standards and enterprise bargaining agreements (EBAs).

Policies & Procedures Development

Strengthening workplace policies to mitigate risks and improve compliance.

Equal Opportunity & Anti-Discrimination

  • Legal protection against harassment, discrimination, and workplace bullying claims.
  • Advising on inclusive hiring practices and workplace policies.

Employment Contracts &
Termination

  • Drafting legally sound employment agreements.
  • Advising on termination, redundancy, and unfair dismissal risks.

Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Compliance

  • Ensuring compliance with WorkSafe and OHS laws.
  • Legal defense against workplace safety breaches.

Workers’ Compensation & Injury Claims

  • Navigating WorkCover claims and minimising employer liability.
  • Defending against fraudulent or inflated claims.

Policies & Procedures Development

  • Drafting and implementing HR policies, codes of conduct, and compliance frameworks.
  • Preventing disputes through clear workplace rules.

Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBAs) & Fair Work Compliance

  • Negotiating and drafting enterprise agreements.
  • Ensuring award compliance and managing wage disputes.

Kind words from our clients

"We found them very professional and switched on, and easy to work with. "

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We Protect What You Build

FAQS

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear role expectations, remuneration details, termination clauses, and workplace policies.

We assist with internal investigations, legal defense, and dispute resolution.

Proper performance documentation and adherence to Fair Work guidelines are critical. We ensure lawful dismissals.

Employers must meet reporting requirements, manage claims properly, and avoid excessive liability.

Fines, legal action, and reputational damage can result from breaches. We help businesses stay compliant.

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