The ABCC will soon be conducting a labour market testing audit campaign for employers covered by the Code for the Tendering and Performance of Building Work 2016 (Building Code 2016). Labour market testing is required when employers covered by Building Code 2016 recruit workers who are not Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents.

The employer must ensure that:

• The position is first advertised in Australia
• The advertising is presented in a way that a significant proportion of suitably qualified Australian citizens and Australian permanent residents would be likely to be informed about the position
• Any skills or experience requirements listed in the advertising are appropriate to the position
• They can demonstrate that no Australian citizen or Australian permanent resident is suitable for the job.

Members seeking further information are encouraged to visit the ABCC’s labour market testing webpage and/or contact the IR Department on (03) 9411 4560 for further information.