With more than thirty years in business, MSJ Moving West has and maintains impeccable references and we have also come to represent a fundamental competency and adhere to ethical, industry standards. Our residential, commercial and business partners can be confident that they are dealing with a knowledgeable moving company and sales consultants who are committed to providing superior and fair services.

At times, it may be necessary to relocate a business and depending on circumstances it may be necessary to carry out an evaluation of your wants and needs, as a first step. Together we can discuss your project goals, timeliness and budget to discover how we can best assist you. Based on this initial moving consultation, we may be better able to assess your specific job requirements and be of assistance to help you plan the necessary next steps required to meet your goals. As a result, there may be a consultation fee, which we will disclose on first contact. We may reimburse any consultation fees when we are hired from the final invoice.

When moving your business and employees, you will have to meet certain conditions and obligations. Here at MSJ Moving West we want your business move to be successful and as stress free as possible. So here are some tips and suggestions to help you meet those conditions and obligations.

Your business location, where your staff conducts your business, forms part of their employment conditions and any move will give rise to those terms of employment. If an employer moves the location of their business, this may directly affect terms of employment. As a result, some contracts include a mobility clause, if terms are reasonable they may compel an employee to move to a new location.

Some of the most common issues that an employer should consider and take into account are as follows:

Distance to a new business location

How many employees will be affect by the move

Availbale public transport and parking facilities

Employees who have to care for children or parents

Proposed time scales and whether these are reasonable relative to the distance

Allowing sufficient time for consultation with employees and providing notice of an intended move in good time

Practical issues for your employees such as transport, or loss of any faciliites

When dealing with employment contracts the employer must consider the following details:

Whether a relocation packaged should be offered

An adequate mobility clause

Whether you are offering a trial period at the new location

Also take into consideration any items that may be of a discriminative nature, such as:

Address any disability access in respect of the new premise

Take into consideration any reasonable requirements of any disabled employees

Relocation to a new office or place of business must not affect an individual or particular group of employees

It’s always possible that one or more of your employees will not wish to relocate. If this is the case then redundancy may occour. As a result it's important to consider all the possible variables and prepare yourself accordingly. Please note that this is not legal advice and you should seek out the services of qualified invididuals if required.

The position may no longer exist

Employee is offered an alternative, but refuses the offer as it is unsuitable

Paying for any sort of redundancy may depend on a number of factors. This will of course include the amount of time an employee has been working. There is an important factor here and that is whether the employee has unreasonably refused the offer of suitable alternative work.

Considering the circumstances, “reasonable” depends on a number of circumstances. If your new location is just a couple of kilometers away and easily accessible by car or public transit, it would be considered “unreasonable” for an employee to refuse the offer. But if the location is a difficult journey or affects personal issues, it may be “reasonable” for the employee to refuse it. Redundancy is a form of dismissal so the employee may consider it an unfair dismissal claim if they feel badly treated.

As a result the employeer must:

Consider each of your employees individual needs in mind

Provide reasons for the move to your employees

Consult with your employees before reaching a final decision

There may be certian guidlines and laws that need to be followed depending on how many employees you have

This document is simply a brief guide and should not be relied upon. Professional advice should be sought.

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Preparation and planning are key items when it comes to a successful move. Once you have a move date you may feel a little overwhelmed with so many things to do. Where do you begin to organize it all? MSJ Moving West has found the most people start planning about eight weeks prior to their move, which is a fair amount of time. You will have a lot to do during this time period, so we’ve put together some information which should help you along your way, below.

Clear out unwanted goods: have a yard sale, sell them online, invite friends and family over to have their picks.

Moving companies cannot transport hazardous material, so relive yourself of any left-over paint cans, petrol or any other flammable substances.

Empty out any unused fuel from your mowers, clippers, trimmers and so forth.

If you have any unneeded clothing, now is a good time to sort it and drop it off at your local charity.

This is also a great time to sperate your books and donate unused items to charity.

Check all electrical goods-will they work in the new home?

Start making up your change of address list.

Arrange to have your mail forwarded.

Arrange termination date for electricity, gas, oil, telephone and other main suppliers.

If you are taking electrical goods such as a stereo, see if you still have their original boxes.

This is an exllcent time to have any loose area rugs cleaned and ready for your new home.

If you are taking electrical goods such as a stereo, see if you still have their original boxes.

If your a parent, keep some toys seperated for you move, particularly if are moving long-distance.

Locate all your personal documnets such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, passports and keep them in safe place.

Take some time and get to know your new neighbourhood. Seek out shopping malls, place of worship, schools, etc.

Arrange to transfer bank accounts to a branch, closer to home.

MSJ Moving West is a leader in the transportation of over-dimensional cargo and can easily accommodate hauling services for an array or over-sized items. We are well known to the farming and construction industry which we have been serving for over thirty years.

If you have construction machinery that needs to be transported to a construction site, framing equipment you need moved, or other heavy, bulky items that require a hauling service, don’t hesitate to send us a message or contact us over the phone for the best possible quote and service. We look forward to hearing from you!

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