Staff Complaints

Conduct in the Workplace

Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct
The Murdoch University Code of Ethics is a statement of the ethical principles and values expected of Staff of the University.  The Murdoch University Staff Code of Conduct sets out the behaviours that are required of Staff.
Code of Ethics
Staff Code of Conduct

Violence, Aggression and Bullying in the Workplace
Murdoch University is committed to providing a workplace that is free from violence, aggression, and bullying. The Violence, Aggression, and Bullying in the Workplace Policy describes those behaviours that are not acceptable so that all staff are aware as to acceptable standards of behaviour in the workplace.
Violence, Aggression, and Bullying in the Workplace Policy

Unlawful Discrimination and Harassment
Murdoch University is legally obliged to comply with, and is committed to, the provisions of the WA Equal Opportunity Act 1984 and federal equal opportunity legislation.
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy
Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA)

Personal Relationships between Staff Members
The Personal Relationships between Staff Members Policy provides advice and guidance on staff members' work relationships, and protects the interests of Murdoch students. Staff have a responsibility not to abuse positions of power or trust in staff and/or student relationships.
Personal Relationships between Staff Members Policy

Responsible Conduct of Research
The Responsible Conduct of Research Policy exists to ensure all Research undertaken at Murdoch University complies with the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research 2007.
Responsible Conduct of Research Policy

Grievance and Complaint Procedures

General Grievances
The Murdoch University Academic Staff Enterprise Agreement 2010 provides, at clause 46, a process for dealing with general problems, concerns, or complaints relating to work, workload or the work environment for Academic Staff.   This process can be used for any grievance for which a separate process does not exist.
Murdoch University Academic Staff Agreement 2010

The Murdoch University General Staff Enterprise Agreement 2010 provides, at clause 44, a process for dealing with general problems, concerns, or complaints relating to work, workload, or the work environment for General Staff.  This process can be used for any grievance for which a separate process does not exist.
Murdoch University General Staff Agreement 2010

Dispute Settlement Procedure
Both the Murdoch University Academic Staff Agreement 2010 (at clause 45) and the Murdoch University General Staff Agreement 2010 (at clause 42) provide a Dispute Settlement Procedure for any disputes relating to a matter arising under the Agreements, or a matter arising out of the National Employment Standards.  These procedures are intended to be used for disputes relating to conditions of employment and are not appropriate for resolving general grievances.
Murdoch University Academic Staff Agreement 2010
Murdoch University General Staff Agreement 2010

Equal Opportunity Grievance Management Procedure
Murdoch has established the following Equal Opportunity Grievance Management Procedure in order to assist in managing any instances of unlawful discrimination and/or unlawful harassment as empathetically, promptly and confidentially as possible. It should be recognised that this procedure is a guide only and can be altered to suit the different needs of each individual grievance.
Equal Opportunity Grievance Management Procedure

Resolving Workplace Health and Safety Issues
Workplace Health and Safety incidents and hazards should be reported using the Incident and Hazard Report Form.
Incident and Hazard Report Form

Research Misconduct
Murdoch University is currently developing a policy and a procedure for dealing with allegations of research misconduct.   In the meantime if an individual has an issue with the conduct of research they should contact the Research Ethics and Integrity Office on 9360 6170.