Policies
WORK HEALTH & SAFETY POLICY SUMMARY
Axis Labour is committed to providing and maintaining, so far as is reasonably practicable, a safe and healthy working environment for all employees, contractors, labour hire workers, clients and visitors across all sites and operations.
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Axis Labour recognises the high-risk nature of civil construction and infrastructure environments and has developed and implemented an internal Work Health and Safety Management System in accordance with applicable WHS and OHS legislation across all states and territories of operation.
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All workers engaged by Axis Labour are required to complete site-specific inductions and relevant training prior to deployment. Axis Labour fulfils its obligations as a labour hire provider under shared duty of care provisions, working collaboratively with host employers and principal contractors to ensure the health, safety and welfare of all placed workers.
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Axis Labour's risk management framework encompasses systematic hazard identification, risk assessment, implementation of controls in accordance with the hierarchy of control, and ongoing monitoring and review, including the identification and management of psychosocial hazards and risks. Safe Work Method Statements are developed and maintained for all high-risk construction work in accordance with legislative requirements.
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Axis Labour is committed to the goal of zero incidents and to the continuous improvement of its safety systems, practices and culture. Safety performance is reviewed following all incidents, near misses, audits and worker feedback cycles.
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RELEVANT LEGISLATION
Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic)
Occupational Health and Safety (Psychological Health) Regs 2025 (Vic), S.R. No. 103/2025
Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Qld)
Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW)
Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (SA)
Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA)
Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (Tas)
Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Act 2011 (NT)
Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (ACT) Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth)
This summary is provided for general information purposes.
The full Axis Labour Work Health and Safety Policy are available upon request.
Equal Opportunity Policy Summary
Axis Labour is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and creating a workplace where all people are treated with fairness, dignity and respect. This commitment applies across all Axis workplaces, client project sites and any environment connected to Axis work.
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OUR COMMITMENT
Axis Labour will not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, ethnicity or race, faith or religion, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or parental status, sexual orientation, marital or family status, political opinion or social or economic background.
This commitment applies to recruitment and selection, engagement conditions, training and development, promotion and performance management, and all other aspects of working with Axis.
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OUR APPROACH TO INCLUSION
Axis Labour actively works to create a workplace that is inclusive and accessible. We have supported long term unemployed individuals and people with disabilities to enter the civil construction sector, and we are committed to continuing to build those pathways.
As an approved employer through Apprenticeships Australia, Axis supports trainee and apprenticeship pathways into civil and infrastructure, creating opportunities for people to build long-term careers in the sector.
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RAISING A CONCERN
Any person who believes they have experienced or witnessed discrimination or a breach of this policy is encouraged to raise it as soon as possible by contacting Axis Labour at admin@axislabour.com.au or accessing the Hunterlink EAP 24/7 on 1800 554 654.
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All concerns will be treated seriously, handled confidentially where possible and investigated fairly. Axis Labour will not tolerate victimisation of anyone who raises a concern in good faith.
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RELEVANT LEGISLATION
Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth)
Age Discrimination Act 2004 (Cth)
Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (Cth)
Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth)
Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth)
Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic)
Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld) Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA)
This summary is provided for general information purposes.
The full Axis Labour Equal Opportunity Policy is available upon request.
Bullying, Harassment & Sexual Harassment Policy Summary
Axis Labour is committed to promoting a fair, safe and healthy working environment in which everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Bullying, harassment and sexual harassment in any form are unacceptable and will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
BULLYING AND HARASSMENT
Bullying is repeated, offensive, abusive, intimidating or unreasonable behaviour directed towards an individual or group. Harassment is any unwanted physical, verbal or non-verbal conduct that affects the dignity of a person at work or creates an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating or offensive environment. A single incident can constitute harassment or bullying.
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These behaviours are prohibited under state and federal legislation and will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT
Sexual harassment is any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that a reasonable person would anticipate could make another person feel offended, humiliated or intimidated. It can be physical, verbal or written, including through online and phone communication, and can occur on site, off site, at work related events and through social media.
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Axis Labour has a positive duty under WHS and OHS legislation to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. Sexual harassment is a work health and safety issue and will be treated accordingly.
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WORKER SUPPORT
Hunterlink EAP: 24/7 confidential counselling and support on 1800 554 654. Path of the Horse: Equine therapy and wellbeing support available in Victoria. Contact Axis Labour for referral details.
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REPORTING
Any person who has experienced or witnessed bullying, harassment or sexual harassment is encouraged to report it. Reports can be made by:
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Speaking with a manager, supervisor or Axis Labour representative
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Contacting Axis Labour at admin@axislabour.com.au
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Reporting to a Health and Safety Representative on site
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Accessing Hunterlink EAP 24/7 on 1800 554 654
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Reporting to an external authority including the Australian Human Rights Commission, Anti-Discrimination bodies, WorkSafe or the Fair Work Ombudsman
All reports will be responded to promptly, treated seriously and handled confidentially. Axis Labour will take a trauma-informed and person-centred approach in all responses. Victimisation of anyone who makes a report in good faith is unlawful and will not be tolerated.
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RELEVANT LEGISLATION
Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth)
Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth)
Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic)
Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld)
Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic) W
Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth)
WHS Acts in all states and territories
This summary is provided for general information purposes.
The full Axis Labour Bullying, Harassment and Sexual Harassment Policy is available upon request.
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