Employment Expectations And Law

Summary

Employers in New Zealand can set performance expectations and take disciplinary actions if unmet, following fair and reasonable procedures. The Employment Relations Act 2000 emphasizes fair treatment, requiring clear expectations and warnings for unsatisfactory performance. If the process is fair, such language is generally permissible.

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i received a expectation letter from my manager that stated "“Please note that if you do not meet my expectations, it may warrant a formal disciplinary process.” is this a threatening word? does it against NZ employment law? if so please show me the law statement and reference. Thanks
It’s important to understand that New Zealand employment law allows employers to set expectations and take disciplinary actions if those expectations are not met, as long as the process is fair and reasonable.
- The Employment Relations Act * emphasizes fair treatment.
- Employers must follow a fair process, including giving clear expectations and warnings if performance is unsatisfactory.
Does this help clarify your situation?
but this sounds threatening to me
I understand that the language used by your manager might feel threatening. However, under New Zealand employment law, employers are allowed to express consequences if performance expectations are not met, as long as they follow fair and reasonable procedures.
Would you like more information on what constitutes a fair process for disciplinary actions in New Zealand?