Toolbox 04-03-2025

Toolbox Meeting Notes:

Speakers:

Mark Gazic - Organiser TWU

Tim Bishop - Director MWAV

Paul Deakin - Delegate TWU

Matthew Windsor - GM MWAV

Various staff contributions

General Announcements:

Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA) Negotiations:

 • The Transport Workers Union (TWU) is preparing for upcoming negotiations.

 • Mark Gazic is the new TWU organiser for this site.

 • Surveys will be conducted to gather employee input on key demands.

Union Updates:

 • TWU has increased its membership, strengthening bargaining power.

 • A new Transport Industry committee within the Fair Work Commission will help regulate pay and conditions.

 • The union has launched a Member Services Centre to assist with workplace-related inquiries.

Upcoming Events:

 • Caucus Meeting on Friday, March 7, 4:30 PM at the Leadbeater Hotel.

 • A new WhatsApp group is replacing the old Facebook group “Maggie’s Farm” for better engagement.

Discussion Points from Employees

1. Cost of Living & Pay Adjustments

 • Previous negotiations secured a CPI safety net, ensuring wages kept up with inflation.

 • Employees are encouraged to contribute.

2. Working Conditions & Safety Concerns

        Heat Breaks:

 •  Clarity needed on entitlement and comparison with office workers’ break policies.

        Safety Issues:

 • Recent balcony-related accidents highlight the need for clearer policies.

 • Equipment maintenance (ramps, dollies) should be prioritised.

 Workload Management:

 • Unclear policies on handling additional items not listed in job bookings.

 • Need for better customer service boundaries to prevent overloading workers.

3. Technology & Workplace Management

 • Employees want input on the development of the new mobile app, which affects work hours and job allocation.

 • Concerns about lack of clarity on heat break policies and consistency in enforcement.

4. Union-Related Topics

 • Employees can join the TWU for $30 per fortnight, tax deductable.

 • Discussion about TWU Super Fund merging with Mining Super, raising ethical concerns about investments.

5. Equipment & Uniform Issues

 • Availability of gender-inclusive uniforms (different cuts for all genders).

 • Proposal to increase dollies per truck for safety and efficiency.