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 Considerations
For the employers
There are many industries where both part-time work and flexi-time are especially relevant. However, in some cases where both flexible work arrangements are acceptable, a part-time arrangement usually yields more benefit. Part-time arrangements are especially more beneficial for industries in which operations occur at a fixed time, or when customer flow is peak over a certain period of time.
One example is the manufacturing industry where machines run at specific times and it is often not feasible for an employee to work on a flexi-time schedule. In such cases, companies may choose to retain employees (especially elderly employers who are considering retirement) by choosing a part-time strategy instead. Moreover, companies may allow part-time employees to work five shorter days covering lunch breaks or peak periods. This will also allow companies to economise during off peak hours.
Another example is the retail sector in which weekends are often peak periods with the best customer flow. More salespeople would be needed to meet customers’ demands. However, the potential pool of employees willing to work on weekends is usually small and often demands higher remuneration as weekends are a less popular time to work. Therefore, such industries can consider offering a part-time arrangement in which employees work only on weekends.
Attached is a sample checklist on issues to
consider before implementing a part-time arrangement.
It is very important for the senior management to be aware of the legal requirements and regulations
set forth for part-time employment by the government, before embarking on the prospective arrangements with employees.
Please refer to the Ministry of Manpower’s website for more details on employment regulations: http://www.mom.gov.sg/publish/momportal/en/communities/workplace_standards/
employment_standards/the_employment_act/Part-time_Employment.html
If the barriers to part-time work cannot be resolved, the organisation / employee may consider other types of flexible work arrangements.
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