| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Wellington |
| Reference No | [2017] NZERA Wellington 8 |
| Hearing date | 15-Nov-16 |
| Determination date | 27 February 2017 |
| Member | M Loftus |
| Representation | S Malone ; D Robb |
| Location | Napier |
| Parties | Pogai v Mount Erin Ltd |
| Summary | UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL – Poor performance - Applicant claimed unjustifiably dismissed by respondent – 90 day trial period – Quality controller |
| Abstract | AUTHORITY FOUND –UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL: 90 day trial period clause compliant with requirements. Applicant signed agreement before starting work. Applicant precluded from bringing personal grievance. No jurisdiction. |
| Result | Application dismissed ; Costs reserved |
| Main Category | Personal Grievance |
| Statutes | ERA s67A ; ERA s67A(2) ; ERA s67B ; ERA s174C(3) ; ERA s174C(4) |
| Cases Cited | Blackmore v Honick Properties Ltd [2011] NZEmpC 152, [2011] ERNZ 445 ; Smith v Stokes Valley Pharmacy [2010] NZEmpC 111, [2010] ERNZ 253 |
| Number of Pages | 8 |
| PDF File Link: | 2017_NZERA_Wellington_8.pdf [pdf 267 KB] |