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Australia Resignation Letter PDF Generator (Fair Work NES)
Create an official Australian notice of resignation letter in PDF. Compliant with Fair Work Act 2009, Modern Awards, National Employment Standards notice periods, and accrued annual leave settlement.
1. Employee Information
2. Employer Details
3. Notice Period & Dates (NES Standards)
Letter Overview
FAIR WORK RESIGNATIONNES Standard
Employee: Lachlan Mitchell
Role: Senior Business Analyst
Company: Apex Pacific Resources Pty Ltd
Last Working Day: 29 October 2025
Fair Work Act 2009 Standards:
- National Employment Standards (NES) notice compliance
- Section 90(2) accrued annual leave settlement
- Statement of Service formal request
Frequently asked questions
- How much notice do I need to give when resigning in Australia?
- Under the National Employment Standards (NES) and Fair Work Act 2009: 1 week for under 1 year of service; 2 weeks for 1 to 3 years of service; 3 weeks for 3 to 5 years; and 4 weeks for over 5 years. Always check your specific employment contract or Modern Award for custom notice terms.
- Does an Australian employer have to pay out unused annual leave when I resign?
- Yes. Under Section 90(2) of the Fair Work Act 2009, an employer must pay out all accrued, untaken annual leave (including applicable annual leave loading under relevant awards) in the final pay.
- Can an employer force me to work during my notice period?
- Employers can require you to work your contractual notice period, or they may choose to provide 'payment in lieu of notice' or place you on 'garden leave' for the remainder of the period.
This tool produces a formatted template from the details you enter. It is not legal, tax, or medical advice — see our Terms of Service. Requirements vary by jurisdiction and change over time, so have anything consequential checked by a qualified professional.