What rights do fixed-term employees have?
- Fixed term employment is engagement on a written contract for a fixed period IR s. 2(o).
- Your hours, wages, allowances and other benefits cannot be less than those of a permanent worker doing the same or similar work s. 2(o), proviso (a).
- You get all statutory benefits proportionately, even if your period does not reach the qualifying period s. 2(o), proviso (b).
Last checked 1 Nov 2026 · written from the official text · not reviewed by a lawyer. This explains the law in general and does not decide your case.
What the Labour Ministry says
- “Fixed Term Employment covers employees directly engaged by the employer.” FAQ 10, Additional FAQs, 16 Mar 2026: official copy · our copy
This is the Ministry's explanation, not the law. Its FAQs and Handbook say the Codes prevail.