1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Welcome
Welcome to Karratha Adventure Sports! We’re excited to have you on the team and wish you every success in your role. Our goal is to make your time here positive, rewarding, and full of opportunities to grow.
1.2 About Us
Karratha Adventure Sports has been part of the Pilbara community since 1985. We started out as Andrews & William — just a dive tank compressor and some gear in a sea container in the LIA. Over the years we grew, moving into the Karratha City Shopping Centre (now called Karratha Central Plaza) and expanding into sporting goods under the name Karratha Dive & Sport.
As demand grew, we added fishing and camping, rebranded as Karratha Adventure Sports, and relocated to Sharpe Avenue. In the 2010s, we moved again to Balmoral Road, where we became a true one-stop shop — expanding into marine sales along with our diving, fishing, camping, and sporting gear.
1.3 Purpose of This Handbook
This handbook sets out the key policies, procedures, benefits, and standards that apply to your employment. It’s designed to give you clarity about what’s expected and the support available to you as part of our team. If you’re ever unsure, just ask a manager.
1.4 Equality and Respect
We are committed to equal opportunity and a respectful workplace. Discrimination, harassment, or victimisation of any kind will not be tolerated. We expect everyone to uphold these values when dealing with customers, suppliers, contractors, and colleagues.
1.5 General Notes
This handbook may be updated from time to time. While it doesn’t form part of your employment contract (unless specifically stated), it may be considered when interpreting rights and obligations under your employment terms.
1.6 Awards and the NES
Copies of the relevant Award and the National Employment Standards (NES) are available electronically on request.