March 7, 2019
The Fair Work Ombudsman has launched legal action against the former operator of a Sunshine Coast-based business, alleging he failed to pay an 18-year-old labourer working on the NBN.
The company involved, Attain Solutions, provided civil works and underground services for NBNCo contractors.
It is alleged the young employee was paid no wages for 150 hours work digging trenches and laying pipes at various locations in south-east Queensland in June 2017.
Fair Work Ombudsman Sandra Parker said the regulator investigated after the 18-year-old employee asked for help.
The FWO alleges the company had an obligation to pay the employee $3945 in minimum wages, casual loadings, overtime and an industry allowance.
“We urge any young workers with concerns about their wages or entitlements to contact the Fair Work Ombudsman for free advice and assistance,” Ms Parker said.
