Victorian VPS redeployment policy: record the search for suitable vacancies
This common policy explains how the agreement’s redeployment principles work alongside the government’s redeployment policy. The common-policy landing page still mentions the archived 2015 framework in its introduction to the item; also check the current 2025 policy collection and the agreement rather than relying on the old label.
What to check
A surplus role is not the same as an automatic termination. The policy calls for identifying suitable work and matching vacancies, case management and feedback, and participation by the employee. A separation package and retrenchment are last-resort outcomes when redeployment within a reasonable period does not appear likely.
Ask for the consultation documents, the vacancy-search process and a clear case contact. Keep vacancy referrals, any feedback and the reasons for rejecting or declining a role. If a prison restructure changes health or safety risks, check the separate OHS consultation duties as well.
Source and status
This VPS common policy was listed as updated 5 August 2026 and guides clause 25 and Schedule A. The agreement and legislation prevail over inconsistent policy, and the common policy takes precedence over inconsistent agency policy. Check coverage before relying on it.
Read the official PDF and check the common policy register. General workplace information only.
Read the official policy PDF on this page
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