Labour Court upholds worker’s appeal over Amach Software probation dismissal

The Labour Court upheld a worker’s appeal, finding Amach Software terminated his employment during probation in breach of fair procedures. The decision was signed on 27 August 2026. The worker said he received no clear performance feedback and was not told the purpose of the meeting where he was dismissed. Amach Software said it had concerns about his suitability, extended his probation to give him time to demonstrate it, and concluded he had not done so. The Court found the worker had not been told of performance issues before his probation was extended, was not advised of the termination meeting’s purpose in advance, and had no opportunity to respond to allegations at the meeting. It said employers must follow fair procedures when a worker risks losing their job, including during probation.