Contract advice

Seeking employment contract advice? We can help

We provide members with free, confidential advice on employment matters, including contract advice. Whether you’re an employee, employer, locum or student, we are here to support you. Our advice is provided in absolute confidence.

Contract reviews  

Contract advice is free for all Optometry Australia (OA) members, including students. Any information you provide is not disclosed to your employer or workplace.

To access free, confidential contract reviews:
Email your contract to us here. List any questions you’d like to discuss. You can also review our contract tips and resources.
If you prefer to speak to one of our optometry advisors, call our national office on (03) 9668 8500 or book a chat here.

For more complex contract or work-related matters, our optometry advisors may refer you to OA’s HR legal advisor, Industry Legal Group (ILG) for advice and support. Initial advice with ILG is free for OA members.

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More information for:

• Employees – five top tips to understanding your contract
• Employers – looking for a contract template?

Employees

Five top tips to understanding your contract  

It doesn’t matter what it’s called – an employment agreement or contract is a written agreement between you and your employer. It is crucial to have a written document outlining your employment conditions before you start work. If you accept a position that does not include a written agreement, you cannot be sure about your conditions and there is room for misunderstanding and potential risks for both you and the employer down the track.

We’ve put together 5 key things to understand in your optometry contract.