THE JOB

The Western Australia Branch of the RTBU is the foremost advocate and representative organisation for the rail and public transport industries in WA.

The RTBU WA has a position available for an Industrial Organiser based at the Perth CBD Office. This position will report directly to the Branch Secretary.

The position requires the Industrial Organiser to hold both a State and Federal Right of Entry Permit and a valid Australian Driver’s Licence.

THE INDUSTRIAL Organiser WILL:

• Provide advice to Members, Delegates and HSRs on their rights and entitlements at work.
• Persuade potential Members to join the Union.
• Design and implement organising campaigns to grow the RTBU.
• Coordinate regular workplace visits and contact with Members.
• Assist in the election and training of new Delegates & HSRs.
• Assist with and negotiate Enterprise Agreements.
• Represent local membership issues with management and negotiate disputed issues with employers.
• Represent the union, and its members, at various tribunals such as FWC and the WAIRC on a case-by-case basis.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL DEMONSTRATE:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and cooperatively as a member of a small team.
• A clear understanding and commitment to trade union principles and the labour movement.
• An understanding of the State and Federal industrial relations systems.
• A knowledge of the Work Health and Safety regime in Western Australia.
• Experience in the rail industry, public sector or public transport preferred, although this should not be considered an obstacle to application.

RENUMERATION & BENEFITS:

• Salary commensurate with demonstrated skills and experience
• Superannuation of 12%
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Motor Vehicle Allowance & Fuel card
• SmartRider Card
• Free parking at Union Office

NEXT STEPS

Please submit your resume by the 'Apply Now' link.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Joshua Dekuyer, Branch Secretary, at [email protected], using the subject line: Industrial Organiser enquiry via EthicalJobs, or on 0430 943 858. Discussions will be kept confidential.