Worker argued he has a ‘reasonable expectation’ of continuing employment, stating that his engagement dictated the scheduling of his personal life and freelance work
A casual news producer challenged the employer's argument that he was not a regular casual employee and did not have a reasonable expectation of continuing employment.
The worker contended he performed work regularly each week for over two years, was contacted two weeks in advance of the monthly roster to ascertain availability, and structured his personal life and freelance work with regard to consistency of engagement.
The employer maintained shifts were offered on an ad hoc basis to cover leave absences, the worker declined numerous shifts over the employment period, and the contract expressly stated the worker should have no expectation of continuing employment with the company.
The worker was employed as a casual news producer from 5 July 2022 until 29 February 2025, when he was told his employment was ending because the employer "had lost faith" in his ability to work autonomously following an incident where a story was published earlier. On 4 July 2022, the worker was sent a letter of engagement that attached a Terms Sheet.
Under the heading "Position" it stated: "Your employment will be on a casual basis, as a casual employee, initially in the position of casual news producer. You will be engaged as and when required by the Company and each shift you are engaged comprises...
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