Section 633Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth)

Outside work of FWC Members

Vice Presidents, Deputy Presidents and Commissioners

(1) A Vice President, Deputy President or Commissioner (whether performing duties on a full‑time or part‑time basis) must not engage in paid work outside the duties of his or her office without the President’s approval.

(2) However, the President’s approval is not required if the paid work is an office or appointment in the Defence Force.

Expert Panel Members

(3) An Expert Panel Member must not engage in any paid work that, in the President’s opinion, conflicts or may conflict with the proper performance of his or her duties.

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