| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Christchurch |
| Reference No | [2017] NZERA Christchurch 217 |
| Hearing date | 27-Jul-17 |
| Determination date | 14 December 2017 |
| Member | A Dallas |
| Representation | L Taylor QC, J King ; S Wilson, S Nand |
| Location | Christchurch |
| Parties | Wynn-Williams v Synlait Milk Ltd |
| Summary | UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL – Serious Misconduct – Applicant claimed unjustifiably dismissed by respondent – Trader and Distribution Manager |
| Abstract | AUTHORITY FOUND –;UNJUSTIFIED DISMISSAL: Procedurally fair investigation carried out by respondent into applicant’s conduct. Applicant in senior position which required high level of trust and confidence. Disciplinary action taken by respondent reasonable. Dismissal justified. |
| Result | Application dismissed ; Costs reserved |
| Main Category | Personal Grievance |
| Statutes | ERA s103A;ERA s174E |
| Cases Cited | Carlton United Breweries (New Zealand) v Bourke [1994] 2 ERNZ 1 (EmpC);Chief Executive of the Department of Inland Revenue v Buchanan [2005] ERNZ 767 (CA);Fagotti v Acme & Co Ltd [2015] NZEmpC 135;Kereopa v Go Bus Transport Ltd [2009] NZEmpC 74;Owers v BOC Gases New Zealand Ltd ERA Christchurch CA3/04;PBO Ltd (formerly Rush Security Ltd) v Da Cruz [2005] ERNZ 808 |
| Number of Pages | 20 |
| PDF File Link: | 2017_NZERA_Christchurch_217.pdf [pdf 1.1 MB] |