Union Takes Action on Pay Disparities
The Mining and Energy Union has intensified its efforts to address pay disparities at two major coal mines in Central Queensland, lodging new applications under the “Same Job, Same Pay” initiative with the Fair Work Commission.
Targeted Mines and Companies
These applications specifically target labour hire workers at the German Creek open cut mine (Capcoal Surface Operations), owned by Anglo American, and the Daunia mine, owned by Whitehaven.
German Creek Mine: Addressing Significant Pay Gaps
At the German Creek mine, two separate applications were filed, covering approximately 70 labour hire workers employed by Workpac and Mobilise Group. According to the union, the pay gap between these labour hire workers and their permanent counterparts can range between $45,000 to $55,000 annually.
Daunia Mine: Further Claims on Behalf of Labour Hire Workers
The union has also submitted an application for labour hire workers employed by Workpac at the Daunia mine. The union reports that these workers can face a pay difference of up to $10,000 to $15,000 compared to permanent employees.
Potential Impact of Fair Work Commission Ruling
If the Fair Work Commission rules in favor of these applications, the affected labour hire workers could see their pay adjusted to match the terms of the Enterprise Agreements in place at these sites.
A Step Towards Wage Equality
This move is seen as a significant step towards ensuring fair wages for all workers, regardless of their employment status.
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