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Can Casual Workers Be Fired Without Warning?

If you are a casual construction worker, at some point you have probably worried about being fired.  In the construction industry, projects and manpower needs constantly change, which can cause a large dependence on casual work to get by.  But are casual workers entitled to the same rights as full- or part-time employees? Further still,…

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Entry Level Worker

Do I get sick pay as a casual construction worker?

While working as a casual construction worker has many benefits, unfortunately sick pay is not one of them. This is because casual workers are not defined as permanent workers. If you work as a casual worker for a recruitment agency or labour hire firm, you will need to confirm with them what your contract entitles…

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what are the the benefits of casual construction work?

What are the benefits of casual construction work?

If you are thinking about getting into construction as a worker, then you are probably weighing the pros and cons of being a casual construction worker. Here we outline the top 4 benefits of working in construction as a casual. #1 Increased Pay Probably the single best thing about being a casual worker is the…

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Casual Construction Worker Superannuation Guide

At Dragon, we are constantly asked questions by our construction workers about superannuation. We also hear horror stories about some less reputable employers out there! (But we can talk about that another time!) Quick Superannuation Overview Before we get into the questions and answers – lets go over the basics of Super. Superannuation – often…

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