AEWV Requirements for Employers Using Controlling Third Parties
Understand the key requirements for AEWV employers working with controlling third parties. Get expert guidance from Surani Associates on compliance and best practices.
AEWV Requirements for Employers Using Controlling Third Parties
If you're an employer placing Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) holders with controlling third parties, there are specific requirements you must meet. At Surani Associates, we're here to guide you through these complex obligations to ensure full compliance.
Who This Applies To
This information is relevant for:
Labour hire companies
Employers sending migrant employees on secondment
Parent or umbrella companies placing migrant workers with subsidiary companies or separate branches
Key Responsibilities
Ensuring Compliance of Controlling Third Parties
You must:
Implement robust systems to monitor employment and safety conditions
Address issues affecting migrant workers promptly
Place AEWV holders only with compliant controlling third party businesses
A compliant controlling third party must:
Not be on any stand-down list
Declare no immigration stand-downs or permanent bans
Declare no known immigration issues preventing accreditation
Record Keeping
Maintain detailed records for each AEWV holder, including:
Start and finish dates
Working locations
Hours paid and worked (including for salaried employees)
New Zealand Workforce Requirements
For specific construction sector occupations:
At least 35% of the workforce must be New Zealand citizens or residents in full-time employment
If accredited before 27 November 2023, maintain the 15% threshold, but meet 35% for new Job Checks
Monitoring Plan Requirements
Your accreditation application must include a documented plan to monitor migrant safety and employment conditions, outlining:
Pre-placement checks on controlling third parties
Processes for obtaining necessary declarations
Agreement for Immigration New Zealand site visits
Pre-Placement Obligations
Before placing an AEWV holder, you must assess and ensure:
Anti-bullying processes
Risk assessment and prevention measures
Health and safety induction procedures
Complaints and dispute resolution processes
Compliance with visa conditions and employment terms
Ongoing Monitoring
Maintain regular contact with AEWV holders:
Fortnightly for the first 2 months, then monthly
More frequently if necessary (e.g., short-term placements, ongoing disputes)
Conduct site visits:
Every 6 months
Less frequently if evidence suggests low risk of breaches
Issue Resolution
You must:
Investigate and address employment and safety issues
Seek external help for unresolved issues
Report significant breaches to relevant authorities
Remove AEWV holders from non-compliant controlling third parties if necessary
Ready to Start Your AEWV Journey?
Once you're prepared, let Surani Associates guide you through the application process:
Contact our expert team to initiate your AEWV accreditation application.
We'll assist you in gathering and organizing all necessary documents.
Our immigration specialists will manage the online application process on your behalf, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Ways to get in touch with us:
Phone: 09 242 1997
Visit our office: 97 Manukau Road, Epsom
