Implementation of Change
Public Service
Where the Department is considering a restructure of the workplace, the introduction of new technology or changes to existing work practices of employees, the Department will advise the affected employees and the Community and Public Sector Union (CPSU) and/or Australian Nursing Federation (ANF) of the proposed change as soon as practicable after the proposal has been made.
The Department will advise the affected employees and the union/s of the likely effects on the employees' working conditions and responsibilities. The Department will advise of the rationale and intended benefits of any change.
The Department will regularly consult with affected employees and the union/s, and give prompt consideration to matters raised by the employees or union/s. Where appropriate, the Department will provide training for the employees to assist them to integrate successfully into the new structure.
In accordance with the Victorian Public Service Agreement 2006 and Nurses Agreement 2009, the CPSU and/or ANF may submit alternative proposals which will meet the indicated rationale and benefits of the proposal. Such alternative proposals must be submitted in a timely manner so as not to lead to an unreasonable delay in the introduction of any contemplated change. If such a proposal is made, the Department must give considered reasons to the union/s if the Department does not accept its proposals.
Indicative reasonable timeframes are as follows:
| Step in process | Number of working days in which to perform each step |
| Department advises CPSU and/or ANF and employees |
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| CPSU and/or ANF response | 5 days following receipt of written advice |
| Meeting convened (if requested) | 5 days following request for meeting |
| Further Department response (if relevant) | 5 days following meeting |
| CPSU and/or ANF alternative proposal (if applicable) | 10 days |
| Department response to any alternative proposal | 10 days |
Where workplace change is proposed, the General Manager/Regional Director concerned should contact the General Manager, Human Resources for advice about implementing change, staff consultation procedures and timelines to be followed.
Consultation with Health & Safety (H&S) Representatives
Where it is proposed to restructure the workplace, introduce new technology or change the existing work practices of employees, and this may directly affect them, managers should consult with the local H&S representative as soon as is practicable.
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