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Multi Employer Agreement Template for New Zealand

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Multi Employer Agreement

"I need a Multi Employer Agreement for five private healthcare providers in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch, to standardize nursing staff employment terms and ensure consistent pay rates across all facilities, with the agreement to commence from March 1, 2025."

Document background
Multi-Employer Agreements (MECAs) are utilized in New Zealand when multiple employers within the same industry seek to establish consistent employment terms and conditions across their organizations. This type of agreement is particularly valuable in sectors where standardized working conditions and remuneration structures benefit both employers and employees. The MECA is governed by New Zealand's Employment Relations Act 2000 and related employment legislation, providing a framework for collective bargaining that promotes efficiency in negotiations while ensuring fair and consistent treatment of employees across different organizations. The agreement typically includes comprehensive provisions for wages, working conditions, leave entitlements, and other employment terms, while allowing for specific variations to accommodate unique organizational requirements. It serves as a foundational document for managing employment relationships across multiple workplaces while maintaining compliance with New Zealand employment law.
Suggested Sections

1. Parties: Identifies all participating employers and the union(s) representing employees, including their legal names and contact details

2. Background: Outlines the context and purpose of the agreement, including the industry or sector covered

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement to ensure consistent interpretation

4. Coverage and Application: Specifies which employees are covered by the agreement and how new employers may become parties

5. Term of Agreement: Specifies the duration of the agreement and processes for renewal or termination

6. Hours of Work: Details standard hours, shifts, overtime arrangements, and flexible working provisions

7. Remuneration: Outlines wage rates, salary scales, and mechanisms for pay progression

8. Leave Entitlements: Specifies all types of leave including annual, sick, bereavement, and parental leave

9. Health and Safety: Details health and safety obligations and procedures across all participating employers

10. Dispute Resolution: Establishes procedures for resolving employment relationship problems

11. Consultation and Management of Change: Processes for workplace changes and restructuring

12. Union Rights and Obligations: Details union access, delegate rights, and collective bargaining processes

13. Termination of Employment: Procedures for ending employment, including notice periods and redundancy provisions

Optional Sections

1. Training and Development: Used when there are specific industry qualifications or development programs across employers

2. Allowances: Include when there are industry-specific allowances or special payment conditions

3. Shift Work Provisions: Required for 24/7 operations or businesses with complex shift patterns

4. Regional Variations: Include when terms and conditions vary by geographic location

5. Performance Management: Used when standardized performance measures apply across employers

6. Industry-Specific Terms: Include provisions unique to the specific industry sector

7. Flexible Working Arrangements: Detailed provisions for remote work or flexible arrangements

8. Professional Development: Include for professions requiring ongoing certification or development

Suggested Schedules

1. Schedule 1: Wage and Salary Rates: Detailed pay scales and progression criteria for different roles

2. Schedule 2: Participating Employers: List of all employers party to the agreement with their details

3. Schedule 3: Position Descriptions: Generic role descriptions and responsibilities

4. Schedule 4: Allowances Schedule: Detailed list of allowances and their application

5. Schedule 5: Hours of Work Arrangements: Specific shift patterns and rostering arrangements

6. Appendix A: Leave Calculation Methods: Detailed explanation of leave calculations and entitlements

7. Appendix B: Performance Assessment Criteria: Standardized performance metrics and assessment processes

8. Appendix C: Dispute Resolution Procedures: Detailed procedures for handling various types of disputes

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ tiktok³ÉÈ˰æ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

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Local Government

Social Services

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Manufacturing

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Relevant Teams

Human Resources

Legal

Industrial Relations

Compliance

Operations

Payroll

Employee Relations

Recruitment

Training and Development

Strategic Planning

Finance

Administration

Relevant Roles

Human Resources Manager

Industrial Relations Manager

Employment Relations Specialist

Legal Counsel

Operations Manager

Workforce Planning Manager

Recruitment Manager

Compliance Officer

Employee Relations Manager

Union Delegate

Payroll Manager

Benefits Administrator

HR Business Partner

Training Coordinator

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