Information for New Staff

Welcome! This page is a resource for all new UWS staff members. Its purpose is to assist staff become familiar with a great deal of information quickly, by

• providing links to relevant information
• answering the most frequently asked questions
• providing you with a brief checklist for your early weeks

A document titled Working at UWS (PDF, 1.1Mb) covers the working environment and useful information across the whole of the University.

You will find links to information in other parts of the UWS website in the list on the left of this screen and included in the FAQs below.

Please take note of the Emergency phone number for all campuses – extension 2300 – keep it next to your phone.

UWS induction and orientation for new staff is currently being enhanced and this part of the Office of People and Culture site will have more information in future for both new staff and supervisors who are planning effective workplace orientation for new staff.

We recommend that you spend some time during your early days ‘surfing’ the UWS intranet site to familiarise yourself with the wealth of services and information available to you.  Use these links for a quick overview of where to start.

How does induction work at UWS?

You will be asked to attend a welcome and orientation session on Werrington North campus, in Frogmore House - these sessions are conducted monthly. This session will provide you with a broad range of practical information about working at UWS.

Your supervisor is responsible for your on-job induction and orientation and will work with you and your new colleagues to make the first days and weeks a positive learning experience.

A brief checklist is provided on this site to help you cover some key areas.

I'm a casual? What Induction is there for me?

Talk with your supervisor about the practicality of you participating in all of the usual aspects of induction and orientation.  If your assignment is very short it may be that a brief, local induction is sufficient.

How do I get an answer to a pay enquiry?

Permanent staff members should first check details on StaffOnLine. Contact HR Client Services for further assistance. 

Casual staff members should contact the Casual Pay Officers in Payroll Services for further information.

Visit the Pay and Benefits page to learn how pay is handled at UWS - including payroll cycle deadline dates.

What about facilities, equipment, computer access etc

Your supervisor is responsible to provide a safe and effective workplace and will arrange for your work space or office, computer equipment, stationery, etc.

Your supervisor will arrange for you to meet colleagues and key people in and related with, your work unit. 

If you have any concerns or questions about anything in your workplace see your Supervisor first; information about workplace health and safety is available from the OHS and Risk Unit.

For 'local' issues such as building maintenance etc, you will find helpful information from Capital Works and Facilities.

For security issues, contact the relevant Security office on your campus.

Your supervisor will authorise and arrange computer access for you. More information about this is available on the IT website.

What about my professional development - what training is available?

UWS provides extensive opportunities for Learning and Development. Contact the Office of Organisational Development for full information and registration.

How does UWS manage equity and fairness issues?

The University of Western Sydney aims to be socially just and comprises a community which is diverse and skilled, reflective of the Greater Western Sydney regional population.

The Equity and Diversity Unit is a consultation and advisory unit to UWS on social justice matters.  Full details are available from the Equity and Diversity Unit website.

Induction Plan & Checklist

Induction Plan & Checklist (PDF, 142Kb)

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