| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Wellington |
| Reference No | [2017] NZERA Wellington 47 |
| Hearing date | 9-Mar-17 |
| Determination date | 07 June 2017 |
| Member | M Loftus |
| Representation | T Vickers (in person) ; T Wano |
| Location | New Plymouth |
| Parties | Vickers v Burgess Crowley Civil Ltd |
| Summary | UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL – Applicant claimed unjustifiably dismissed by respondent – ARREARS OF WAGES – Applicant sought arrears of wages |
| Abstract | AUTHORITY FOUND – UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL: Applicant’s evidence not credible. Applicant admitted respondent made it clear that there was work for him which the applicant rejected. Applicant failed to establish he was dismissed. No dismissal. ARREARS OF WAGES: Respondents evidence concerning applicants hourly pay rate accepted. Applicant’s answers during investigation meeting were often contradictory. Applicant incorrectly interpreted advice of a pay review and future increase as an offer. |
| Result | Applications dismissed ; Costs reserved |
| Main Category | Personal Grievance |
| Number of Pages | 8 |
| PDF File Link: | 2017_NZERA_Wellington_47.pdf [pdf 114 KB] |