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Step 1
HR Document Collection
Daniel sends you a clear list of what to provide: contracts, policies, procedures, Award details, and existing compliance documentation.
HR COMPLIANCE AUDIT · $1,500 · FEE CREDITED ON FOLLOW-ON WORK
HR Compliance Audit:
Know Exactly Where
You Stand
The HR Compliance Audit is a structured, 15-point review of your HR framework, conducted personally by Daniel Holbrook. It tells you exactly where your business sits against current Fair Work, WHS, and sexual harassment prevention obligations, before a complaint, claim, or wage audit forces the question.
The audit fee is $1,500, and it is fully credited toward any follow-on work. If you choose to engage Brookvale to address the recommendations, the audit effectively costs you nothing.
Daniel Holbrook
Founder, Brookvale HR Solutions
$1,500 fixed fee
Credentials & guarantees
MBA
Cert IV Investigations
Cert IV WHS
AHRI Member
Professionally Insured
Fixed-Fee Pricing
No Lock-In Contracts
★★★★★ 5.0 on Google
What the HR Compliance Audit Covers
The 15-Point HR Compliance Gap Analysis
Daniel reviews every element of your HR framework against current legal obligations. The audit covers three pillars:
Contractual Validity
Ensuring employment agreements are current, compliant, and correctly classified.
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Employment contracts
Validity, currency, and compliance with Fair Work requirements.
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Award compliance
Correct Award coverage and application of minimum entitlements.
03
Termination procedures
Compliance with unfair dismissal protections and procedural fairness requirements.
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Flexible work arrangements
Compliance with requests for flexible working under the National Employment Standards.
Policy Architecture
The must-have policies of 2026: the obligations directors are now personally liable for.
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WHS obligations
Documentation, hazard identification, and duty of care compliance.
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Positive Duty compliance
Obligations under the Sex Discrimination Act, including prevention frameworks.
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Right to Disconnect
Whether your policy exists, and whether it complies with the Fair Work Act amendments.
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Psychosocial safety obligations
Identification and management of psychosocial hazards under WHS legislation.
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Workplace policies currency
Review dates, legislative alignment, and gap identification.
Operational Compliance
The day-to-day systems and processes that determine whether the business meets Fair Work Ombudsman standards.
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Leave management
Accrual accuracy, record-keeping, and NES compliance.
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Onboarding and offboarding
Documented processes and compliance checkpoints.
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Record-keeping
Employment records, time and wages records, and retention obligations.
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Performance management processes
Documented frameworks and procedural fairness.
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Grievance procedures
Complaint handling pathways, dispute processes, and when an investigation is required.
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Consultation obligations
Compliance with consultation requirements under WHS legislation and applicable Awards.
Who Needs a Compliance Audit
Designed for businesses ready to know where they stand.
The audit is designed for any business that wants to ensure compliance and minimise potential risks before they escalate. If you want to review your business against current HR obligations, this is the place to start. Common situations include:
- Businesses that have not reviewed their HR documentation in twelve months or longer.
- Businesses that have grown quickly without a dedicated HR department or HR function, where HR processes and policies have not kept pace with headcount.
- Businesses relying on templates, inherited policies, or documentation that predates the 2024 legislative reforms and may no longer comply with current requirements.
- Businesses that have received a complaint and want to review their overall compliance position before responding.
- Business owners who have taken on new employees through acquisition or succession and are unsure what obligations came with them.
- Businesses that have grown past 15 employees and now face additional Fair Work obligations.
If you are unsure whether an audit is the right starting point, book a 30-minute call with Daniel to discuss your situation. No obligation, no cost.
How the HR Audit Process Works
Four steps. Delivered by Daniel personally.
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Step 2
Employment Law Review and Analysis
Daniel personally reviews every document against current Australian employment law. Each of the 15 areas is assessed and risk-rated.
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Step 3
Compliance Report with Recommendations
Findings are compiled into a structured report. Every gap is paired with a specific, prioritised recommendation.
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Step 4
Audit Debrief Call
Daniel walks you through every finding, explains the risk ratings, and discusses recommended next steps. A direct conversation, not a written summary sent without context.
What You Receive
Your Detailed Compliance Report
A detailed written report identifying compliance gaps and areas for improvement across all 15 areas, with a risk rating for each (critical, high, medium, or low). The report includes prioritised recommendations so you know exactly what to address first and why. Findings are delivered alongside a one-on-one debrief call where Daniel walks you through every risk rating and answers every question directly.
Critical risk
High risk
Medium risk
Low risk
Compliance report
15-Point HR Gap Analysis
Prepared by Daniel Holbrook
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Employment contracts
High
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Right to Disconnect
Critical
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Positive Duty framework
Medium
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Leave management
Low
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WHS documentation
High
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Psychosocial safety
Medium
Prioritised recommendations included with every finding. Delivered alongside a one-on-one debrief call.
Sample compliance report (actual reports are tailored to your business)
HR Audit Pricing
A fixed fee. Credited in full.
Fixed fee
$1,500
fully credited toward follow-on work
$1,500. Fixed fee.
The audit fee is fully credited toward any follow-on work. If you engage Brookvale for follow-on work, the audit effectively costs you nothing.
Book Your Audit with Daniel
Or call Daniel directly on 1300 23 44 23
All prices exclude GST.
What the audit typically surfaces
A few examples from recent engagements
Employment contracts that pre-date the 2024 Right to Disconnect amendments and contain no out-of-hours contact framework.
Award classifications that haven’t been reviewed in three or more years, with at least one role misclassified by one or two levels.
No documented Positive Duty prevention plan, leaving directors exposed under the Sex Discrimination Act.
Drawn from recent audit engagements. Identifying details removed.
Verified client feedback
From a recent audit engagement.
Linton Chataway
★★★★★ Google Review
Verified Google review
“ We recently worked with Brookvale HR Solutions to conduct a full HR audit, implement a new HR and safety policy suite, and resolve a difficult employee performance issue. Dan made the whole process straightforward, gave very practical advice, and ensured we were compliant at every step. We're now much clearer and more confident in how we manage our team, and we feel our HR and safety foundations are in a much stronger position. ”
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the HR Compliance Audit take?
The audit is typically completed within five to ten business days from receipt of documentation. The timeline depends on the volume and complexity of the business’s existing HR framework. Businesses with fewer than 20 employees and limited documentation can expect a faster turnaround. Daniel confirms the expected timeframe during the initial strategy call.
Can the audit be conducted remotely?
Yes. The HR Compliance Audit is delivered entirely via secure document sharing, video conference, and phone. Daniel has conducted audits for businesses across Australia without requiring an onsite visit. All documentation is exchanged through secure channels, and the findings walkthrough is conducted via video call.
What if I only need one area of HR reviewed rather than the full audit?
The 15-point audit is designed as a complete diagnostic because compliance gaps rarely exist in isolation. An issue with employment contracts often connects to onboarding processes, record-keeping, and Award compliance. However, if a business has a specific and urgent concern, Daniel can discuss a targeted scope during the strategy call. The full audit remains the recommended starting point because the fee credit model means the cost applies toward any follow-on work.
What happens after the audit is completed?
Daniel walks the business owner through the findings in a one-on-one session, explaining each risk rating and what it means in practical terms. The report includes a prioritised list of recommended next steps, so the business knows exactly what to address first. Because the audit fee is credited in full toward any follow-on engagement, many businesses move directly into remediation work with Daniel, whether that is a Workplace Foundations Package build, a targeted policy update, or ongoing retainer support.
How often should I conduct an HR compliance audit?
Brookvale HR Solutions recommends a formal audit at least every 12 months, or whenever a significant change occurs. Significant changes include legislative reform (such as the 2024 wage theft criminalisation or Payday Super from July 2026), business restructure, acquisition, rapid headcount growth, or receipt of a Fair Work claim. Businesses on the HR Manager retainer receive ongoing compliance monitoring as part of their plan, reducing the need for standalone audits.
Related HR Products
Common follow-on engagements.
Workplace Foundations Package
$4,000Need to replace existing HR documentation with a complete framework for your overall business?
The Workplace Foundations Package delivers contracts, policies, procedures, and compliance documentation built for your business.
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Wage Compliance Audit
From $2,500Specifically concerned about underpayment risk or Award classification accuracy?
The Wage Compliance Audit is a focused diagnostic covering Award classifications, annualised salary arrangements, and payroll compliance.
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For the full product range, see Products & Pricing.
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Book Your Audit with Daniel
$1,500 fixed fee. Fully credited toward any follow-on work. A direct conversation, and a structured path to compliance.
Book Your Audit with Daniel
Or call 1300 23 44 23
All pricing exclusive of GST. Prefer a conversation first? Book a free 30-minute strategy call with Daniel via Calendly.