NES minimum notice
| Continuous service | Notice |
|---|---|
| 1 year or less | 1 week |
| 1 – 3 years | 2 weeks |
| 3 – 5 years | 3 weeks |
| More than 5 years | 4 weeks |
| Over 45 with 2+ years | +1 week |
Awards, agreements or your contract may require more. Casuals, employees dismissed for serious misconduct and fixed-term employees at the end of their term are excluded.
FAQ
How much notice for 4 years of service at 47?
4 weeks: 3 weeks plus 1 extra week for being over 45.
Sources (checked 6 November 2026): Fair Work Act 2009 s. 117.