The Transport Workers’ Union (TWU) is one of Australia’s leading campaigning trade unions, holding some of the biggest companies in the world to account over their treatment of workers, such as Qantas, Amazon and the supermarket giants.

The TWU has led the charge in highlighting and tackling exploitation in the gig economy, pressuring companies and the government to address chronic underpayments and deadly pressures on food delivery riders and rideshare drivers.

Most recently, the TWU has campaigned for critically important legislative reform for transport workers including those engaged in the gig economy and road transport owner drivers. Through the passing of the Closing Loopholes No.2 Bill – the TWU now have a stand-alone division of the Fair Work Commission to address critical matters in the road transport industry.

The TWU has a strong presence in the aviation industry with members across multiple work groups including ground handling, cabin crew, pilots, catering and security. The TWU has a plan to improve and rebuild the industry post COVID, including our landmark recent Federal Court litigation against Qantas after it illegally outsourced 1800 workers.

Since it was founded, the TWU has represented the interests of truck drivers and logistics workers, exposing the financial pressures by major retailers, manufacturers, and oil companies on road transport - Australia’s deadliest industry.

The TWU is seeking a Senior Organiser based in our Brisbane office. We are looking for an experienced, skilled and dynamic team member who has worked for over 5 years in union organising.

The successful candidate will:

Grow and empower a member and activist base, recruiting new members and delegates to the union in line with recruitment targets.

Drive organising and growth strategies.

Implement Local, State and National objectives in line with our 2035 vision.

Coordinate integrated industrial and organising plans.

Support the training and development of delegates and members.

Support, develop and mentor delegates and other officials.

Provide basic advice on industrial issues, union policies and services to members.

Collect and collate information for the purpose of mapping sites, companies and supply chains.

Identify opportunities to advance the interests of members.

Liaise with staff in other departments of the union to achieve our goals.

Build and manage relationships with staff in TWU state branches and National Office.

The successful applicant will ideally have:

Demonstrated experience and skills as a union organiser. Five years minimum experience preferred.

A proven track record in achieving member-led organising outcomes of membership growth, leadership and participation.

Experience in integrated organising and industrial plans that deliver power and growth.

A high degree of self-motivation to work both independently and as part of a team.

A willingness to understand and implement union growth strategies.

Strong communication and literacy, including the ability to speak confidently with both individuals and groups.

Demonstrated ability to write reports and draft internal and external communications.

Good IT skills, including experience with Outlook, Excel, CRM’s and digital communication platforms.

An interest in learning how to lead other team members.

A commitment to labour values.

A valid driver’s licence.

The ability to obtain State and Federal entry permits, including ASIC.

Applications are welcome from candidates with relevant experience and a passion for workers rights.

To apply, forward a cover letter and CV addressed to Josh Millroy, by email to: [email protected]

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Josh on 07 3890 3066.