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 Advocate / Organiser / Officer based at the Perth CBD Office. This position will report directly to the Branch Secretary.

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

THE INDUSTRIAL ADVOCATE WILL:

• Provide advice to Members, Delegates, and HSRs on their rights and entitlements at work.
• Lead recruitment activities and inductions and contribute towards union building and recruitment.
• 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.
• Provide advice on 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.

DESIRABLE:

Although these should not be considered an obstacle to application:

• Previous experience working in advocacy or as an Organiser or Industrial Officer within the Union movement.

• Tertiary qualifications or progression toward a relevant discipline, including industrial relations, human resource management, and/or law.
• Experience in the rail industry, public sector, or public transport

REMUNERATION & BENEFITS:

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

NEXT STEPS

Please submit your resume by the 'Apply Now' link. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.

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