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New employee onboarding guide and checklist

A repeatable process for every new starter, from preparing the role to the end of probation, with a short checklist and the templates you need at each stage.

What organised onboarding does for you

A confident first day

New starters know what to expect and who to ask.

Nothing missed

The same steps every time, for every new hire.

Paperwork done right

Agreements, the Fair Work Information Statement, tax and super handled on time.

A safer start

Safety and emergency procedures covered from day one.

Faster settling in

Clear priorities and regular check ins help people get up to speed.

Fairer probation

Reviews along the way mean concerns are raised early and recorded properly.

Must know or good practice?

What the law says

Some steps are required, such as the Fair Work Information Statement, offering super choice, paying minimum rates and keeping records. Look for the Must know boxes.

Good practice

The rest helps a new starter settle in fast and gives a consistent, professional first impression.

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The five onboarding mistakes every Australian business needs to know

Common onboarding errors that turn a strong hire into a costly one, and how to prevent them.

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