Workplace

Mediation can be used to assist with a variety of issues in the workplace. It can improve the working relationships between managers and employees and reduce conflict between work colleagues. The types of issues that can be discussed include:

  • Difficulties with communication;

  • Issues with working relationships;

  • Disagreements about roles, working practices, and roles;

  • Workplace bullying/ harassment;

  • Specific incidents in the workplace that have escalated conflict.

The people attending workplace mediation can include:

  • Managers

  • Employees

  • People and Culture staff

Advantages of Mediation.

  • Mediation provides a far quicker, less expensive alternative to any formal action

  • Parties can feel heard and gain a better understanding of each other’s perspectives

  • Workplace relationships can be improved and this reduces stress and increases productivity

  • It allows parties to retain control and make their own decisions

  • Discussions take place in a private, confidential and supportive environment
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Who can I bring?

If you would like to have a support person attend with you speak to the mediator.

What happens if agreement is reached?

The mediator can draft the agreement. This agreement can be shared with the parties’ manager and the relevant People and Culture staff, where appropriate.