Employment MBIE Mediation is the primary problem solving mechanism under the Employment Relations Act 2000. Parties to an employment relationship problem often must attempt mediation.
MBIE Mediation Services facilitate mediation where parties to an employment relationship problem sit down with their representatives and an experienced mediator. Each party is given an opportunity to speak uninterupted and to set out their case. Following challenges and questions by either party, the mediator will help assist parties to move towards resolution of the issues between them, which also includes a risk analysis with each party seperately.
Preparing an opening statement for MBIE Mediation is important as it helps tell the other party and the mediator your story and what you are seeking for resolution. It will also become a good starting point for an Employment Relations Authority witness statement if your matter does not settle at or after mediation.
Where an employee has a personal grievance for unfair dismissal, unjustified disadvantage or any other claim, the parties are required to attend an employment mediation. Whether an employment dispute is resolved before or at mediation both the employer and employee must be able to sign the record of settlement agreement. We describe methods of how signing can be achieved remotely.
