Positions Vacant Union Organiser

The Australian Services Union represents administrative and professional workers in local government, energy, community services, information technology, transport, retail, finance, call centres, airlines and numerous private sector businesses. An Organiser position is available with the South Australian and Northern Territory Branch of the Union. The position is based in Adelaide.

The successful applicant will work as part of a team dedicated to organising members in the above industries to improve their working lives. The objective of the position is to grow the Union through well organised, Unionised workplaces where members have a strong sense of collectivism in dealing with their workplace and industry issues and furthering the broader interests of Union members.

Applicants will need to demonstrate an ability to cover all aspects of the organising role and be prepared to undertake the different aspects of organising - growth or allocated - as required. Appropriate training and mentoring will be provided.

Starting salary will be negotiated between $50940.86 and $57298.20 depending on skills and experience. Private use of a motor vehicle or additional salary in lieu is also part of the package, along with access to up to 14% employer superannuation contributions.

REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES

• Commitment to the Trade Union movement
• Demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in modern
• Union organising theory and techniques
• Knowledge of the Australian industrial scene
• Ability to motivate and educate Union members and potential members
• Ability to demonstrate initiative
• Ability to work out of office hours
• Ability to work to deadlines and plans
• Drivers' licence
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Outlook)

  A position description can be obtained from our website www.asu-sant.asn.au or by contacting Jude at the ASU office on 08 8363 1322 or at jprice@asu-sant.asn.au

  Applications must address the required attributes (see Position Description link below) and include the name and contact details of 3 referees.

  Please send applications to: Katrine Hildyard Branch Secretary Australian Services Union PO Box 2217 Kent Town SA 5071 or by facsimile 08 8363 2225 or email jprice@asu-sant.asn.au Applications close 5.00 PM Friday 31 July 2009

  
  

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  Contact Details
  Jude Price
  Ph:  08 83631322
  Fax: 08 83632225
  jprice@asu-sant.asn.au
  http://www.asu-sant.asn.au/
  
  
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