| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Christchurch |
| Reference No | [2014] NZERA Christchurch 134 |
| Determination date | 04 September 2014 |
| Member | C Hickey |
| Representation | C Gordon ; A Riches |
| Parties | Thomson v Trathen Buildt Ltd |
| Summary | JURISDICTION - Whether Authority had jurisdiction to hear claim - Unjustified disadvantage and breach of good faith - 60 day trial period and 90 day probationary period in parties' employment agreement - Supervisor |
| Abstract | AUTHORITY FOUND -;JURISDICTION: Somewhat confusing both clauses included but trial period and probationary period valid. Applicant not deprived of ability to bring personal grievance for unjustified disadvantage or for breach of good faith. Authority had jurisdiction to hear claim. Parties directed to mediation. |
| Result | Application granted; Costs reserved |
| Main Category | Jurisdiction |
| Statutes | ERA s4(1A)(c);ERA s67A;ERA s67B;ERA s67B(5);ERA s103A(3) |
| Cases Cited | Healy v DBLShot Ltd [2013] NZERA Auckland 101 |
| Number of Pages | 5 |
| PDF File Link: | 2014_NZERA_Christchurch_134.pdf [pdf 224 KB] |