As the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic evolves, Australian Resources and Energy Group AREEA continues to work closely with its members to assist in managing the unprecedented workforce and operational disruptions, along with the physical and mental health and wellbeing of resource sector employees.
Please find below key information and resources regarding the latest employment and travel issues.
Updated Coronavirus COVID-19: Employer Guide
Version 6 of the AREEA COVID-19 Employer Guide is available now, and up-to-date as of 14 April 2020.
- All you need to know about the $130b JobKeeper wages subsidy scheme passed by the Australian Parliament last week
- Possibility for a nationally consistent approach to regulating maritime crew movements around Australia
This Guide covers ‘current state’ information and employment considerations including:
- The latest state and federal government travel advice as it relates to resources sector FIFO workforces
- Precautionary and preventative measures AREEA members are taking to safeguard against the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace
- Steps your organisation can take to maintain a state of preparedness in relation to COVID-19
- Answers to many ‘frequently asked questions’ in relation to managing your employees (including travel, pay, leave and health and safety obligations)
- Further sources of information and support
In addition, don’t forget to check out the daily AREEA Resource People Podcast (see related story here) and the COVID-19 Guide to Mental Health & Wellness (here).
To discuss your employment and workforce needs during COVID-19, contact AREEA’s expert Workplace Relations team.
