Common use of Recognition of Service and Experience Clause in Contracts

Recognition of Service and Experience. (a) From the time of commencement of employment an employee has three months in which to provide documentary evidence to the employer detailing any other relevant service or experience not disclosed at the time of commencement. This evidence, in the absence of other documentary evidence, may take the form of a statutory declaration. (b) Until such time as the employee furnishes any such documentation contemplated in sub-clause (a), the employer shall pay the employee at the level for which proof has been provided. (c) If within 3 months of commencing employment an employee does provide documentary evidence of other previous relevant service or experience not disclosed at the time of commencement, the employer shall pay the employee at the appropriate rate as and from the date of commencement that would have been paid from that date had the additional evidence been provided at that time. (d) For the purpose of yearly progression based on service and experience, an employee must complete 1200 hours of work, but not less than 12 months service, including any Annual Leave taken during the year. For part -time and casual Employees, work in a similar capacity for another Employer shall count as if the hours worked were with the Employer.