Common use of Purpose of Part Clause in Contracts

Purpose of Part. (1) This Part recognises the commitment of the Department to providing sufficient support and flexibility to assist employees to balance work and other responsibilities, particularly through flexible working arrangements and part‑time work, home‑based work and flexible leave arrangements. (2) The Department places importance on developing a working environment where employees are able to balance their work and personal responsibilities in a flexible and safe workplace. The Department recognises that employees need to balance their working life commitments with other competing interests such as family and community responsibilities and lifestyle choices. (3) The Department acknowledges that managers must provide effective leadership on setting clear, achievable and realistic work priorities in order to achieve an appropriate work/life balance in the particular circumstances.

Purpose of Part. (1) This Part recognises the commitment of the Department to providing sufficient support and flexibility to assist employees to balance work and other responsibilities, particularly through flexible working arrangements and part‑time part-time work, home‑based home-based work and flexible leave arrangements. (2) The Department places importance on developing a working environment where employees are able to balance their work and personal responsibilities in a flexible and safe workplace. The Department recognises that employees need to balance their working life commitments with other competing interests such as family and community responsibilities and lifestyle choices. (3) The Department acknowledges that managers must provide effective leadership on setting clear, achievable and realistic work priorities in order to achieve an appropriate work/life balance in the particular circumstances.