What is the Singapore employment Act?

What is the Singapore employment Act?

The Employment Act is Singapore’s main labour law. It provides for the basic terms and working conditions for all types of employees, with some exceptions. Learn about the Act and who is covered.

What are my rights as an employee Singapore?

Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower has stringent laws regarding hours of work and conditions for working overtime. An employee is entitled to work not more than 8 hours daily, or 44 hours weekly. The Employment Act also deems that employees cannot work for more than 6 hours without a break.

Who is protected under the employment Act Singapore?

All employees under a contract of service with an employer are covered, but there are exceptions. For example, Part IV of the Act which provides for rest days, hours of work and other conditions of service, does not cover managers or executives.

What is the purpose of employment Act?

The Employment Equity Act is the law that promotes equity in the workplace, ensures that all employees receive equal opportunities and that employees are treated fairly by their employers. The law protects you from unfair treatment and any form of discrimination.

Where can I complain about my employer in Singapore?

If you come across any non-compliant employers, you can:

• Report an Employment Act violation.
• Call our hotline 1800 221 9922. Monday to Friday: 8.30am to 5.30pm. Saturday: 8.30am to 1pm. Closed on Sunday and public holidays.
• Email [email protected].

Can employer blacklist You Singapore?

Therefore, an employer must not “blacklist” an ex-employee for reasons other than merit or employee misconduct (which could include theft, dishonesty, disorderly or immoral conduct at work and insubordination). Employers who do so can be penalised by MOM.

Can employer terminate employee immediately?

Even if the employer uses a clause in the employment contract giving the employer the right to terminate by giving the employee notice, the employer cannot rely just on that clause to terminate the employee. The employer must still show just cause and excuse.

How do I take legal action against an employee?

An employer can initiate a legal action with the help of labor advocates, against an employee who violates any of these rights. The employer can file a case in a civil court or Labour Court against an employee who fails to perform their duties and acts against an employer’s interest.