HR & WHS Consultants in Melbourne
Jordan Firme Business Consultants provide comprehensive HR compliance, workplace health and safety, and business advisory services to Melbourne and Victoria businesses. Delivered remotely with on-site visits as needed.
How We Service Melbourne
Melbourne clients receive full-service consulting delivered primarily via remote channels, supplemented by regular travel for on-site audits, workshops, and critical meetings. Victoria has its own occupational health and safety framework, and our team is well-versed in the specific requirements that differ from the harmonised WHS model.
Services Available in Melbourne
Every service we offer is available to Melbourne businesses. Our consulting packages are designed to make HR and WHS compliance straightforward, affordable, and ongoing.
Victoria Legislative Context
Workplace health and safety in Victoria is governed by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic). Victoria operates under its own OHS framework, which differs from the harmonised Work Health and Safety model used in most other Australian jurisdictions. Our consultants are experienced with both frameworks.
Employment law, including the Fair Work Act 2009 and National Employment Standards, applies uniformly across Australia. We ensure your Melbourne business meets both federal and Victoria state-level obligations.
Industry Focus in Melbourne
hospitalityKey Sector
Hospitality businesses must navigate complex award coverage, penalty rate calculations, casual conversion obligations, and food safety-related WHS duties.
retail
Retail employers must navigate General Retail Industry Award compliance, casual conversion requirements, and store-level WHS obligations.
manufacturing
Manufacturing businesses need robust machinery safety systems, chemical handling procedures, manual handling risk assessments, and shift-work compliance frameworks.
professional services
Professional services firms face psychosocial hazard obligations, complex employment arrangements, and intellectual property protection challenges.
Melbourne HR & WHS Consulting FAQs
No. Victoria operates under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic), which is separate from the harmonised Work Health and Safety Act used in most other states. Our team is experienced with Victoria's specific OHS requirements.
We use secure video conferencing, shared document platforms, and phone support to deliver comprehensive consulting. We schedule regular on-site visits to Melbourne for audits and workshops.
Melbourne's diverse economy means employers face challenges across hospitality award compliance, professional services contractor management, and manufacturing safety obligations. We tailor our approach to each industry.
Yes. We assist Melbourne businesses with WorkSafe Victoria compliance including OHS management systems, incident reporting requirements, and preparation for WorkSafe inspections and audits.
Yes. We conduct independent workplace investigations for Melbourne businesses, covering bullying, harassment, discrimination, and misconduct matters. Investigations can be conducted remotely or on-site.
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