AWARD

The dispute in this case emanates from the dismissal of the Claimant by and from the services of the 3rd Company allegedly without just cause or excuse.

Salient Facts of Case

The Claimant commenced employment with the 1st Company with effect from 4th October 1993 as a Sales Executive with a basic salary of RM 1,200.00 per month. (Refer to Exhibit "C-1" in the Statement of Case).

The 1st Company vide a letter dated 1st September 1997 informed the Claimant that he has been appointed to the post of Assistant Sales/Services Manager and is transferred to the 2nd Company effective 1st September 1997 wherein his services were deemed continuous. (Refer to Exhibit "C-2" in the Statement of Case).

The 2nd Company vide a letter dated 24th December 1997 transferred the Claimant to the 3rd Company wherein again his services were deemed continuous without any changes in the terms of his employment and his designation. (Refer to Exhibit "C-3" in the Statement of Case).

The Claimant contends that upon his transfer to the 3rd Company, the Claimant continued to be based in Kuala Lumpur wherein he was tasked to oversee the sales and service operations of the 3rd Company in Kuala Lumpur.