Experienced Growth & Campaigning Organiser – NSW (Wollongong)The Mining and Energy Union (MEU) Members work in underground and open cut coal mines, electrical generation industries, and coal ports.
Our Union works hard for our members in the industries we cover; workers in these industries want to be organised and be part of the principal Union that represents coal, power, and port workers.
Our Organising and Campaigning team has a vacancy for the right person.
Our Values and Culture The MEU strives to maintain and promote respect and integrity, diversity and equality, fairness, and dignity in all areas of our work, for members when they're at work and our employees who work for the MEU.
We believe that the MEU is at its best when our members are engaged and empowered to decide and direct what is best for them in their workplace.
Benefits and Perks Location: The South Western District (NSW) based position in the area of Wollongong allows for a great lifestyle and work within the surrounding areas.
The Applicant must reside in the area of Wollongong or surrounds.Comprehensive Package: Our employment package provides generous leave provisions, excellent wages, great conditions, and lots of support to be the best that you can be.Professional Development: The MEU has a strong commitment to providing personal development and career development through employer-coordinated and supported training and mentoring.The Role Our NSW team expands; the MEU is looking for a suitable candidate to join our organising and campaigning team.
If you have the skills and attributes to become part of a highly motivated and dedicated team of Union organisers that are at the forefront of industrial organising, this could be the role you have been looking for.
This is a full-time position, working within the South Western District operations of Wollongong and their associated communities.
You will report to the National Organising Director and will work closely with the District, liaising with responsible Officials about the work undertaken.
Duties In this role, you will be required to do things like:
Planning, implementing, and reviewing targeted organising campaigns.Engaging with workers at work and recruiting workers into the union.Developing organising networks and creating workplace communications.Empowering workers through education and information on workplace matters to make their workplaces safer and more productive.Developing workplace actions and resolving workplace issues.Help the Union meet its objectives and obligations to members.Key Selection Criteria You must share our values, be self-motivated, and have a genuine desire to work with others on your team and help workers within our industries.
You will need to be enthusiastic, energetic, and have a flair for creativity enabling you to do a challenging job in a difficult environment.
You will be able to actively participate in planning, implementing, and reviewing targeted organising campaigns.
You will be able to lead, motivate, develop, and mobilise workers, members, workplace activists, and delegates and will have experience in being able to effectively analyse problems and develop strategies to deal with them.
You will have experience in educating and developing workplace leaders and possess excellent listening skills combined with concise verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong computer literacy including Social Media Platforms is required.
You will need to supply a National Police Check Certificate to be considered for the role and have a current driver's licence.
Skills and Experience Previous ACTU training and work as a Union Organiser is highly desired.
A proven working commitment to trade Unionism either through being a delegate or organiser within a Union is essential.
Our industry experience is desirable but not essential.
Apply If you meet these criteria and are ready to take on this rewarding role, we encourage you to 'Apply for this job.'
Please attach your cover letter and CV, making sure to address the key selection criteria outlined herein.
Applications should be directed to the National Organising Director and submitted before the closing date at [emailprotected].
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