The business.gov.au website provides many useful tools for small business owners.

You can find a hiring employees checklist which shows you the step-by-step process of hiring employees. Under each step, you’ll find essential information and tips that will help you hire new employees while meeting Australian laws.

The Employment Contract Tool helps you build employment contracts which are tailored to your business needs and meets your obligations under Australia’s Fair Work System. You can use the tool for full-time, part-time and casual employees who are covered by an award. The tool defines the conditions you must provide to your employee and optional clauses to help set expectations and protect your business.