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M. Amirul Hafiz · 25 May 2025
Junior Software Developer
Got fired on my 1st day of job. Is this legal or can I fight for at least 1 month salary? Hello! I'm a fresh grad and just got hired last week. Unfortunately, due to some misunderstanding, my boss terminated me after working hour at 8PM. He sent a text saying that I'm not required to come to office tomorrow because I'm not the right person & they wish to proceed with another candidate. I tried to contact HR but to no avail. So I'm a bit confused. Am I being bullied or they can actually do this?
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Cheryl Lim Wei Ling · 25 May 2025
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Hi! Sorry this happened to you. If you signed an offer letter or contract, check if there's a probation clause and notice period. Even on probation, employers must follow fair dismissal procedures. Firing on Day 1 via text is SO unprofessional. Try reaching HR again in writing. Also, if things don't go you way at all, try la contact pejabat buruh and ask for their opinion. Hope you hv better luck next time!
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Imran Syafiq · 25 May 2025
Assistant Engineer
Situasi macam ni memang tak best especially sebagai fresh grad. Company boleh terminate during probation tapi kena ada prosedur. Kalau diorang hantar message lepas waktu kerja and terus tak bagi chance explain then memang suspicious. Better simpan semua bukti communication. Try juga contact pejabat buruh untuk nasihat. Keep strong, your skills are valuable!
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Viknesh Kumar · 25 May 2025
Retail Sales Associate
Getting fired on your first day must be really stressful. I’ve worked in retail before and sometimes companies can be strict during probation. But they should at least give some kind of notice or explanation not just cut you off like that. Try to stay calm and keep following up with HR. Don’t give up!
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Janelle Anak Renggi · 25 May 2025
Accounts Officer
I’m sorry to hear about your situation. As an accounts officer, I know how important it is to understand the terms in your contract. Usually during probation, companies can terminate employment but proper notice or procedure should be followed. I recommend reviewing your contract carefully and continuing to reach out to HR for clarification.
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Community User · 26 May 2025
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Siti Nuraisyah · 16d ago
Sales Assistant
Got fired thru whatsapp call during warded at hospital while pregnant. Now, scared of not getting any job ermm
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Fadhlullah · 27 May 2025
Technical trainee intern
cerita biar habis. apa kau buat smpai terus kene pecat? tnya balik bos kau
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NADIRAH · 26 May 2025
Accounts Assistant
please refer to your employment letter, have you already signed it? yes they have right to do that if it was mention in the letter
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Faizima · 9d ago
Project Coordinator
just file a complaint kat Jabatan Tenaga Kerja & bring your offer letter as well. they can help.
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Edwin · 25d ago
Human Resources Officer
I’m really sorry this happened to you — especially on your first day. That’s a horrible experience, and yes, it does feel unfair. If you signed the offer letter, That counts as a contract, even if you’ve only worked 1 day.
Termination must follow what’s stated in that offer (e.g. notice period, probation terms).
Even during probation, your employer can’t just fire you via WhatsApp without valid reason and without notice (or pay in lieu of notice).
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