STATUTORY RULES.
1921. No. 111.
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COMMONWEALTH PUBLIC SERVICE REGULATIONS (ELEVENTH AMENDMENT, 1921).
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby make the following Regulation under the Commonwealth Public Service Act 1902-1918, to come into operation from the 12th May, 1921.
Dated this second day of June, 1921.
FORSTER,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
E. J. RUSSELL,
for Acting Prime Minister.
Amendment of Commonwealth Public Service Regulations.
Regulation 104 of the Public Service Regulations is amended:—
(a) By omitting from Table B the words— |
| “Artificer, Senior | V. | 198 | 204 | 6 | To advance to £210 after one year’s service at £204. |
| „ | VI. | .. | 210 | .. | ”; |
(b) By inserting in Table C the words— |
| “Mechanic (Lighthouse) | V. | 198 | 204 | 6 | To advance to £210 after one year’s service at £204. |
| „ | VI. | .. | 210 | .. | ”; and |
(c) By omitting therefrom the words—
“Notwithstanding anything contained in this regulation, if the rate of pay prescribed for an office named herein is less in any case than the rate determined by an Arbitration Court or Wages Board to be paid for similar employment in the locality of employment, salary corresponding to the latter rate may be paid in such office upon approval of the Commissioner instead of the salary prescribed herein”
and inserting in their stead the words—
“Notwithstanding anything contained in this regulation, if the rate of pay prescribed for an office named in this Table is less in any case than the rate determined by Arbitration Court or Wages Board to be paid for similar employment in the locality of employment, upon approval of the Commissioner, remuneration corresponding to the latter rate may be paid in respect of such office instead of the salary prescribed in this Table.”
Printed and Published for the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia by Albert J. Mullett, Government Printer for the State of Victoria.
Overview
The Commonwealth Public Service Regulations (Eleventh Amendment) 1921 was enacted to address issues within the existing regulations concerning the pay rates of certain public service positions, specifically those of Artificers and Mechanics (Lighthouse). This legislative instrument was introduced by the Commonwealth Parliament under the authority of the Commonwealth Public Service Act 1902-1918. The primary objective was to adjust and standardise pay rates in line with determinations made by Arbitration Courts or Wages Boards, ensuring that public servants receive remuneration comparable to that of similar positions in the private sector within the same locality. The amendment also aimed to streamline the process by which the Commissioner could approve higher pay rates when necessary, replacing the previous requirement for specific approval with a more general authorisation.
Scope and Application
The Commonwealth Public Service Regulations (Eleventh Amendment, 1921) applies to the employees of the Commonwealth Public Service as defined under the Commonwealth Public Service Act 1902-1918. The regulation specifically amends the existing salary scales for certain positions within the public service, including adjustments to the pay rates for artificers and mechanics in lighthouses. The amendment also modifies the conditions under which the Commissioner can approve higher pay rates determined by Arbitration Courts or Wages Boards, replacing the term "salary" with "remuneration." This adjustment ensures consistency and clarity in the language used across the regulations. Geographically, the legislation pertains to the Commonwealth jurisdiction, affecting all public service employees within Australia. The amendment does not introduce any new exclusions or exemptions beyond the specified changes to the salary scales and remuneration conditions, and it does not extend the application of the regulation through subordinate instruments. The changes come into effect from 12 May 1921, as stipulated in the statutory rules.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of this statutory instrument are the amendments to Regulation 104 of the Commonwealth Public Service Regulations. Specifically, Regulation 104(a) removes the position of "Artificer, Senior" from Table B and Regulation 104(b) adds the position of "Mechanic (Lighthouse)" to Table C. Both positions will see an increase in pay to £210 after one year of service at £204. Regulation 104(c) also modifies the wording regarding the payment of salaries that are higher than those prescribed in the regulation, if such salaries are determined by an Arbitration Court or Wages Board for similar employment in the locality of employment.
The obligations and requirements imposed by this statutory instrument on the parties or entities it governs include the necessity to adhere to the updated salary structures as outlined in Regulation 104(a) and (b). This means that the positions of "Artificer, Senior" and "Mechanic (Lighthouse)" will now have specified salary progression. Furthermore, Regulation 104(c) mandates that if an Arbitration Court or Wages Board determines a higher salary for similar employment, the Commissioner must approve the payment of the higher salary in respect of the specified office.
Any breaches of the provisions outlined in this statutory instrument may result in civil or criminal consequences, depending on the nature of the breach. However, the specific offences, penalties, or consequences are not detailed in the text provided. In general, non-compliance with statutory instruments can lead to legal action, fines, or other penalties as stipulated by the relevant legislation. It is important for all parties involved to familiarise themselves with the updated regulations to avoid any potential legal issues.