RSPCA Queensland payroll review update

RSPCA Queensland has undertaken a review of its payroll systems and processes and has determined that an error has occurred resulting in the underpayment of some employee entitlements under:

• the RSPCA – Queensland Inc. General Staff Enterprise Agreement 2019 (and its predecessor);
• the Royal Society For The Prevention of Cruelty To Animals Queensland Inc. Inspectorate Certified Agreement 2008; and
• General Retail Industry Award 2020
• Restaurant Industry Award 2020; and
• Animal Care and Veterinary Services Award 2020.

The underpayments related to several different entitlements under these instruments including the following:

• base rates of pay
• overtime
• weekend penalty rates; and 
• minimum engagement.
• three modern awards.

RSPCA Queensland has admitted to the Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) that it that it has contravened the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth).

RSPCA Queensland has now entered into an Enforceable Undertaking with the FWO to ensure its ongoing compliance with Commonwealth workplace laws.

RSPCA Queensland sincerely regrets these matters have occurred and will, as a result of the Enforceable Undertaking, commits to undertake a number of activities to ensure ongoing compliance such as implementing updated payroll systems and corporate governance procedures.

If you worked for RSPCA Queensland during the period of 1 February 2017 and 27 October 2024 and have queries or questions relating to your employment, please contact the RSPCA Queensland employee hotline at payroll@rspcaqld.org.au.

Alternatively, anyone can contact the FWO via http://www.fairwork.gov.au or on 13 13 94.