Employee Checklist

If you currently have a system for employee records, check that they meet the legal standards.

If not, create a checklist using this application for all your employees, and review existing employees.  Ensure all new files meet the required standards too.

Your employee file must include:

• Signed copy of the employment agreement
• Letter offering employment
• Proof they are entitled to work in NZ
• Tax code declaration
• Wage and time records
• Holiday and leave records
• Date when the employee becomes legally entitled to conditions under either minimum legal entitlements( wages, holidays, leaves) or additional provisions in their employment agreement
• Details of who to contact in case of emergency
• Details of bank account to be credited