| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Auckland |
| Reference No | AA 233/05 |
| Hearing date | 19 May 2005 |
| Determination date | 23 June 2005 |
| Member | J Wilson |
| Representation | A Van Tiel (in person) ; G Norton |
| Location | Auckland |
| Parties | Van Tiel v Air New Zealand Ltd |
| Summary | BREACH OF CONTRACT - Applicant alleged he was told during interview process that there would be a 12 hour shift pattern - Upon commencing position worked eight hour shift pattern - Alleged he had no option but to resign because of reduction in take home pay - Respondent alleged never any guarantee given of 12 hour shifts - Applicant mistaken in belief that he had been given assurance - Improbable specific guarantee given - Positive and encouraging discussion did not of itself create an employment agreement or condition of employment - No contractual obligation to provide 12 hour shifts - Not entitled to remedies |
| Result | Application dismissed ; Costs reserved |
| Number of Pages | 3 |
| PDF File Link: | aa 233_05.pdf [pdf 15 KB] |