Paid holiday leave. This is usually four weeks per year, and it can be taken as soon as it is accumulated.  

A legal document which sets out minimum employment conditions for matters such as, minimum pay rates, leave entitlements and overtime.

Leave included in some awards and agreements for time off if a spouse, de facto partner or close relative dies.

Your manager or employer. This could be the owner of the business or a staff team leader.

A leave entitlement giving days off to meet family responsibilities such as caring for a member of your household or immediate family.

Temporary work that doesn’t include the same benefits as a permanent job. Casual hourly pay rates are often higher to compensate for missing out on permanent employee benefits such as sick leave and holiday pay.

A legal agreement between an employer and an employee. This sets out the conditions and terms of employment such as pay, benefits and hours.

A person or organisation who employs a worker under a contract of employment. Employers are responsible for paying wages and providing a safe work environment.

30 June is the end of the financial (or fiscal) year. The Australian financial year runs from 1 July to 30 June.

A negotiated agreement about the conditions of employment within a business or organisation. Must be approved by the Australian Industrial Relations Commission to meet all minimum employee entitlements.

The rights employees have at work such as holidays, sick leave and allowances.

The legal right for all people to have an equal chance of getting a job for which they have the necessary skills, experience and qualifications.

A "regular" job which is usually about 38 hours per week, spread over five working days.

A form your employer gives you for tax purposes at the end of the financial year. It shows your gross pay, tax withheld and other deductions.

The money you earn from work or business.

A government tax on your earnings from work or business. The amount of tax you pay depends on your income tax rates, entitlements and exemptions.

A process of welcoming and introducing you to a new job or workplace.

Organisations which represent individual industries. Also known as peak bodies and industry associations.

A document which outlines the purpose, expectations and responsibilities of a job.

The lowest amount that can legally be paid under an employment award or agreement.

Employers have a legal duty to take care of the health, safety and wellbeing of all employees at work.

Part-time workers are usually permanent employees with a set number of working hours, less than the usual 38 hours of a full-time employee.

A higher rate of pay usually given for work outside usual hours such as late at night or on public holidays.

An official holiday recognised by the state or country.

To leave or resign from your job. Depending on your employment type, you might need to give a notice period before leaving a job.

A summary of your career experience and achievements. Also known as a curriculum vitae (CV).

Work available in certain seasons such as fruit picking.

Paid leave from work given when you are sick. Your employer may ask for a doctor's certificate.

When an employee is fired (or sacked) for reasons that violate their employment contract, the relevant award or the law, also called wrongful dismissal.

On-the-job experience as part of a program of study or vocational certificate.

• Read the job advertisement carefully
• Understand every requirement of the job you are applying for
• Make sure to include everything that the company asks for in your application

• Create a different cover letter and resume for each job you apply for
• Highlight all your skills and previous experience that are suitable for the position you are applying for
• Use your cover letter to introduce your strengths and tell them why you’re the best candidate for the job
• Don’t use your cover letter as a repeat of your resume
• If the job advertisement asks you to address selection criteria, make sure you do

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• Explore their website and social media channels so you get to know more about them
• Look at the company's about us section
• Get familiar with their mission, vision, and values
• Look to see if there are any current projects they are working on

• Remove or hide any content on social media you don't want your future employer to see
• Have a professional profile picture across your social media
• Set up your voicemail to include your name and record a professional message saying you will return the call

• Proofread your application and ask someone else to look over your resume and cover letter
• Find out who to address your application to, this could be in the job description email or you can call the company to ask
• Identify how you apply, do you submit your application online, via email, or in person?