Common use of Requests for Leave Clause in Contracts

Requests for Leave. 26.4.1 You need to take a break from work on a regular basis to relax and to refresh yourself. For this reason the employers require that leave is taken within twelve months of falling due, but in special circumstances the employers may agree to leave being accumulated until a later date. Such agreement should be recorded in writing. Be sure to discuss your holiday preferences with your Manager so that as far as practicable your wishes can be accommodated. To help with work planning and rostering please give as much notice as possible. It is preferable that leave requirements are known before the work plan or roster is prepared. Your manager will promptly let you know whether your leave requests can be met so that you can finalise your own arrangements.