Tilapäistyöntekijän

Tilapäistyöntekijä, often translated as temporary worker or casual employee, refers to an individual employed for a limited duration or for specific tasks. This type of employment differs from permanent positions in its fixed term or project-based nature. Employers utilize temporary workers for various reasons, including covering seasonal demand, handling short-term projects, or as a flexible way to manage staffing fluctuations.

The terms and conditions of temporary employment can vary significantly. Contracts might be for a set number of hours, a specific project completion, or a defined period. In some cases, temporary roles can lead to permanent positions if both the employer and employee find the arrangement mutually beneficial. However, the primary characteristic remains the non-permanent nature of the engagement.

Temporary workers often have rights and protections similar to permanent employees regarding aspects like pay, working conditions, and safety, depending on national labor laws. However, benefits such as paid leave, sick pay, and pension contributions may differ or be absent compared to permanent staff, often depending on the length and frequency of employment. The rise of the gig economy has also seen an increase in various forms of temporary and contract-based work.