Employees behaviour during the probation period.

What if the employee is searching for a job during the probation period and has also signed the Service Agreement for 1 year? The employee has been attending interviews and pursuing online certificate courses while at the office. Additionally, the employee has been diligently carrying out tasks assigned by the manager. In the event that the employee decides to leave or resign, what actions can be taken? I would appreciate your input.

Hi,

What was the separation clause as per your appointment order? If the employee leaves without information, then the disciplinary process should be initiated. As long as the employee follows the proper separation process, he/she can be relieved properly.

Now, as the employee is still working with you, just find out why the employee is looking for a change?

As the employee has signed the Service Agreement for one year, the rules and regulations stipulated in the Agreement shall be binding on him. What does the agreement say on separation? Any mention of compensation/damages in case of early exit? Please shed some light on this.

Anyhow, continuing in service in a company or separation from a job is purely the sole decision of any employee. If he has talents that may contribute to the success of the organization, please take steps to retain his talent and service with the company.

Employees are at liberty to pursue any course and enhance knowledge. However, they should be clearly instructed not to use factory/office duty hours for online study, as engaging in any other activity not related to work shall result in strict disciplinary action. Please establish a policy on this and implement it before taking disciplinary action.

Dear Jidnyasa-Nashikkar,

Your contention seems to be that a probationer, during the subsistence of his bond period of service, should not seek some other suitable job of his choice. I don't think this is correct. Particularly when you have no issues with his performance, you cannot complain about his pursuit of online studies. If he breaks the bond before its expiration, you can resort to appropriate legal action as per the terms contained therein.