Fair Work Ombudsman and Registered Organisations Commission Entity
(FWO)
Attorney-General's
The Fair Work Ombudsman and Registered Organisations Entity was established on 1 May 2017 upon the commencement of the Registered Organisations Commission.
Under the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Rule 2014 the Fair Work Ombudsman and Registered Organisations Commission Entity (FWOROCE) is considered to be a listed entity comprising of following combination of independent bodies:
• The Office of the Fair Work Ombudsman, established on 1 July 2009, and
• The Registered Organisations Commission, established on 1 May 2017.
The Fair Work Ombudsman is an independent statutory office. Our jurisdiction is set out in the Fair Work Act and our services are free to all workers and employers in Australia.
Our main role is to:
- promote harmonious, productive and cooperative workplace relations
- ensure compliance with Australian workplace laws
- monitor certain 457 subclass visa arrangements.
The Registered Organisations Commission is responsible for improving the governance and financial accountability of unions and employer associations by ensuring compliance with the Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009 through education, monitoring, and, where appropriate, enforcement.
www.roc.gov.au
Registered Organisations Commission: 1300 341 665
ABN 43 884 188 232
Appropriations 163458000
Departmental expenses 163613000
Average staffing level 819
Key People
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Ms. Sandra Parker PSM
GPO Box 9887 MELBOURNE VIC 3001 Australia
Sections
Further information
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Type of Body
A. Non Corporate Commonwealth Entity
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GFS Sector Classification
GGS
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Established By / Under
Act / Regulation
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Established By/Under More info
Fair Work Act 2009
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Annual Report Prepared and tabled?
Yes
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Classification
A. Principal
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Materiality
Small
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GFS Function / Sector Reported
Other Economic Affairs
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PS Act Body
Yes - Statutory Agency
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Auditor
ANAO
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Creation Date
1 July 2009
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Postal Address
Fair Work Ombudsman, GPO Box 9887, In your capital city
Current single executive appointments
Position | Appointee | Start Date | End Date |
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Fair Work Ombudsman | Ms. Sandra Parker PSM | 15 July 2018 | 14 July 2023 |
Enquiry Lines
Title | Phone Number | Hours of Operation | Description |
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Fair Work Infoline | 131 394 | 8.00am - 5.30pm local time, Monday to Friday | We're here to give advice and help you understand your workplace rights and responsibilities. If you have a question or problem relating to your workplace call the Fair Work Infoline. |
Registered Organisations Commission | 1300 341 665 | 9.00am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday | We’re here to educate and support registered organisations in Australia ensure they comply with legislative requirements. |
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