You can make a workplace complaint to the Fair Work Ombudsman if you believe you aren’t getting the correct:
- pay
- conditions (eg. annual leave or sick leave)
- workplace rights (eg. someone tried to force you or forced you to sign an agreement).
You can also make a workplace complaint if you think your employer (or prospective employer) is discriminating against you.
Find out when and how to make a workplace complaint and what happens during the process.
Different types of complaints
The type of workplace complaint you want to make determines who you go to for help.
- Pay and conditions: Are you being underpaid, not getting your correct conditions, or are your workplace rights affected? Complain to us.
- Threatened by your employer: Is your employer threatening to dismiss you? Complain to us.
- Discrimination: Have you been dismissed or unfairly treated at work because you're being discriminated against? Complain to us, or to:
- Discrimination - state laws: If you want to lodge either a harassment or discrimination complaint that relates to a state law, complain to:
In this section:
When to lodge a workplace complaint and what steps to follow. What we do when you make a complaint.
Supporting evidence you may need to include with your workplace complaint, such as copies of pay slips and contracts.
Workplace complaint form - online and printable options. How to answer the questions and submit your form.
When we start a full investigation, when problems aren't fixed and taking your own action.
A voluntary and confidential process we can help you use to resolve your workplace complaint.
How your privacy is protected when you make a workplace complaint to us.