Privacy Policy

At Gather, we highly respect and prioritize your right to privacy. We recognize the significance of handling personal and sensitive information responsibly. This policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and how we safeguard your privacy.

Definition of Personal Information:

Personal information refers to information about an individual ranging from basic contact information such as address and phone number, to more sensitive data like medical history or conditions. It also includes information related to work performance, qualifications, aptitude test results, and other relevant details gathered for the purpose of assessing your suitability for potential job placements. 

Definition of Sensitive Information:

Sensitive information may include information about:

• Racial or ethnic origin
• Religious associations
• Criminal record
• Health information
• Sexual preferences or practices
• Political opinions

Sensitive information typically requires your consent for disclosure.

Information Collection:

We collect information directly from you when you complete and submit our registration forms or provide any other information related to your application. This includes candidate contact information, educational qualifications, employment history, and skills. We gather additional details during telephone screenings, interviews, and, with your permission, from the referees you have nominated.

We collect this information to assess your suitability for current and future job placements.

We may also collect personal and sensitive information in the following circumstances:

• Receipt of references about you.
• Receipt of results from your former employers, colleagues, professional associations, or registration bodies.
• Receipt of competency or medical test results.
• Receipt of performance feedback or workplace complaints.
• Receipt of information about workplace accidents or insurance investigations.
• Receipt of additional relevant information provided by you.

Information Usage:

We may use your personal and sensitive information in connection with:

• Work placements
• Performance appraisals 
• Required tests or assessments
• Identification of training needs.
• Workplace rehabilitation.
• Managing complaints, investigations, or inquiries 
• Insurance claims or proposals 

Information Disclosure:

We do not disclose the information we collect to any third parties unless requested by the individual or when necessary for specific purposes. 

Your personal and sensitive information may be disclosed to:

• Potential and actual employers and clients, with your approval.
• Referees.
• Our insurers.
• Professional associations or registration bodies with a legitimate interest.
• Workers' Compensation bodies.
• Superannuation scheme managers.
• Our contractors and suppliers, such as IT contractors and database designers.
• Individuals with a lawful entitlement to access the information.
• Mandatory Information Provision:

Failure to provide the requested information may limit our ability to find suitable work or place you in a job. 

By registering with us, you consent to the collection, storage, and use of your information as described in this policy.

Access and Correction of Information:

In accordance with the National Privacy Principles you have the right to access and obtain a copy of the personal and sensitive information we hold about you. If you can demonstrate that any information is inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, we will take reasonable steps to correct it. If agreement cannot be reached regarding the accuracy, completeness, or currency of certain information, you may request us to include a statement by you contesting its accuracy.

We may charge a moderate fee for providing access to personal or sensitive information, but we will not charge you solely for submitting a request for access.

DISCLAIMER

The information provided on this website is compiled for your convenience. Gather Recruitment does not warrant the accuracy or completeness of any information