Industrial Organiser – South Coast NSW

About Us

The Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) is the nation’s oldest and most influential trade union, proudly representing over 75,000 working Australians across some of the country’s most essential and diverse industries.

The AWU NSW Branch is currently seeking a passionate and committed Industrial Organiser to join our team. This full-time role is based in our Unanderra Office, covering the South Coast region of New South Wales.

About The Role

We’re looking for someone who is driven by purpose and committed to empowering workers and building union strength at the workplace level. You will be on the front lines of workplace advocacy, supporting members and building capacity through organising, negotiations, and campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

• Build strong workplace relationships and lead recruitment conversations that promote union values and collective strength
• Develop and implement strategic organising plans
• Negotiate enterprise agreements with employers
• Identify and develop workplace delegates and member leaders
• Visit worksites regularly and identify new organising opportunities
• Provide support and advice to members on workplace issues and grievances
• Participate in and lead workplace campaigns
• Represent the AWU and its members at the Fair Work Commission
• Collaborate with OHS delegates to uphold safe and fair workplaces
  
  

Selection Criteria

Essential

• Demonstrated experience in workplace organising or campaigning, ideally within a union or not-for-profit context
• Strong knowledge of the Australian union movement and the Fair Work Act
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills – both written and verbal
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Proficiency in Office 365 and experience using CRM or member database systems
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive matters with discretion
• A current driver’s licence and willingness to travel within the region
  
  

Desirable

• A commitment to ongoing learning and innovation in organising practice
• Experience representing members before industrial tribunals or in enterprise bargaining processes
  
  

What We Offer

• Full-time position based in the South Coast region (Unanderra Office)
• Attractive salary and generous conditions under the AWU NSW Branch collective agreement
• A fully maintained vehicle for work-related travel
  
  

How To Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria to:

Mark Fagan

Chief Operating Officer

Email: [email protected]

For any queries regarding the role, please contact us via the same email address.

We will assess applications as they are received and encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Thank you for considering a career with the Australian Workers’ Union — we look forward to hearing from you.

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