From 6 December 2023, new rules apply when engaging employees on fixed term contracts.

A fixed term contract terminates at the end of a specific period. This includes contracts where the employee is employed for a specific period.

The new rules include:

• a requirement for employers to give any employees they’re engaging on a new fixed term contract a Fixed Term Contract Information Statement (FTCIS).

In addition to the FTCIS, employers need to provide new fixed term contract employees with the Fair Work Information Statement.

• limitations on how fixed term contracts can be used.

There are some exceptions to who these rules apply to – more information can be found here

Limitations on using fixed term contracts