Flight Attendants' Association of Australia
Mascot, Sydney
Job Description
The FAAA (Flight Attendants' Association of Australia) is a specialist, federally-registered union representing domestic and international aircraft cabin crew throughout Australia. Our team seeks to promote, protect and defend our members industrially and provide real time support and advice.
We are seeking to employ an Industrial Lawyer based in our office in Mascot, with at least 5 years experience.
The Primary Duties Of The Position Will Include
- Enterprise bargaining with employers;
- Prepare and advocate the Association's position in matters before the Fair Work Commission and other tribunals;
- Prepare communication for members including newsletters, bulletins and magazine articles;
- Interpret legislation and industrial agreements and give advice to FAAA representatives and members;
- Coordinate and attend consultative meetings and other industrial meetings with employers;
- Represent and support individual members in investigations, disputes or grievances with their employer.
The Position Requirements For This Role Are
- Law Degree, knowledge, experience and competence in the application of the federal legislative environment;
- Strong commitment to union values and trade unions generally (with union experience highly desirable);
- Ability to prioritise, manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously in a time sensitive environment and to respond quickly to changing priorities;
- Ability to contribute to organisation decision-making and propose relevant strategies;
- Experience in bargaining under the Fair Work Act and negotiating Enterprise Agreements (desirable);
- Experience in conducting collective and individual matters in the Fair Work Commission and industrial matters in Federal and state courts (desirable);
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
- Well-developed research, analytical, and problem solving skills;
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications;
Industrial Lawyer Aviation Sector – FAAA in Bayside employer: Unions NSW
Unions NSW is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where passionate individuals can make a real impact in the education sector. With a strong focus on employee development and a collaborative culture, staff are encouraged to grow through various training opportunities while working across vibrant Victorian universities. The role of Union Organiser not only provides meaningful engagement with diverse communities but also fosters a sense of purpose in advocating for workers' rights.
