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Purpose

All new hires join on a probationary period. This gives the company and the employee time to assess fit, performance, and alignment with company values before confirming full employment.

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Duration

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During Probation

  • Employee has full access to all systems, tools, and responsibilities of their role
  • Employee is assigned a direct onboarding buddy from People and Culture
  • A 30-day check-in is conducted by the Direct Manager
  • A 60-day formal review is conducted by the Director
  • Employee may raise concerns or ask for support at any point through People and Culture

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Probation Review

At the end of the probation period, the Direct Manager submits a probation review covering:
  • Work quality and output
  • Attitude and conduct
  • Collaboration with team
  • Alignment with company values
Three outcomes are possible:
  1. Confirmed — Employee passes probation, full employment begins
  2. Extended — Probation extended by 30 days with a written improvement plan. Only one extension is permitted.
  3. Released — Employment ends. Notice given as per offer letter terms. ECU reviews if certification applies.

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Note

Probation is not a disciplinary process. It is a structured evaluation of fit. If conduct violations occur during probation, the standard Disciplinary Process applies separately. Owner: People and Culture — Director of Talent