03 July 2008

Construction Forestry Mining & Energy Union, Construction Div, NSW Branch

The CFMEU is committed to protecting and improving wages, working conditions and entitlements, and enhancing workplace safety for building and construction industry members.

This is a full time position based at the unions head office at Lidcombe, where we are seeking applicants interested in providing a high standard of expertise and assistance to union members. Training will be provided.

 Answer and respond to calls to the CFMEU Help Line  Provide accurate industrial advice to union members on their rights and entitlements under awards, agreements and other relevant legislation, including worker's compensation, termination of employment, pay rates, superannuation and redundancy.

 Resolve member claims for unpaid workers compensation entitlements.

 Process back pay claims, including calculations of award breaches.

 Provide accurate information to field organisers and delegates.

 Recruitment and retention of union members.

 Respond to relevant emails and faxes.

 Administration duties, including letters to employers & updating of databases.

A demonstrated commitment to trade union objectives and principles is required along with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Applicants must have very strong organisational skills and the capacity to handle a demanding workload. Applicants should have good numeracy skills, be proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel and have good keyboard skills.

Relevant tertiary qualifications preferred, along with previous experience in the interpretation of awards and agreements and an understanding of State & Federal Workplace laws.
Particular non-English language skills would benefit this position.
Experience in a similar trade union position would be highly regarded.

To $68,400 plus 9% superannuation, depending on skills and experience.

Interested applicants should apply in writing.

Keryn McWhinney

5.00pm 27 July 2008

Keryn McWhinney

Senior Claims Officer

Locked Bag 1, Lidcombe NSW 1825

02 9749 0476

02 9749 3676

kmcwhinney@nsw.cfmeu.asn.au

www.cfmeu-construction-nsw.com/