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A probationary period does not remove an employee's ordinary dismissal rights. The employer should assess suitability fairly, identify performance concerns, provide a genuine opportunity to improve and follow a fair process before dismissal.
NZ 90 day trial periods explained for employees. When a valid trial can restrict unjustified dismissal and dismissal-related disadvantage claims, and the common mistakes that can make a trial invalid.
An unjustified dismissal is a Personal Grievance claim. The central question is whether the employer's actions, and how the employer acted, were what a fair and reasonable employer could have done in all the circumstances.
A Personal Grievance (PG) is the main process employees use to challenge unjustified dismissal, unjustified disadvantage and other unlawful treatment at work. Time limits are strict and how the grievance is first raised can matter.
A performance improvement process should identify genuine performance gaps, set clear and reasonable expectations, provide appropriate support and a real opportunity to improve before dismissal is considered.
