PPTEU Qld July 2022 Newsletter

Thanks to all our members and their families who marched at the Brisbane May Day celebration! We had such an amazing turnout our union was recognised as best contingent! Pictured are President Damian O'Sullivan and State Secretary Gary O'Halloran accepting the award!

Labour day 2022 Labour Day provides us with the opportunity to reflect upon the achievements of union members and our supporters in the community and their ability to change the course of history.

Much has been achieved for the wider community since the introduction of the 8 hour day. The list of achievements ranges from the various forms of paid leave (including maternity leave); universal superannuation; equal pay for women and shorter working hours.

These are conditions which everyone in the community now enjoys.

It is also timely to reflect upon decent penalty rates and minimum wage, so relied upon by many Australian workers to maintain a decent standard of living.

None of the improvements to conditions of employment were achieved without struggle and without the commitment of Union members and community support.

It would also be naive to think that these conditions will continue to remain in place without vigilance and activism.

Celebrating May Day with our members has become a highlight of

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the Union calendar; it is incredible to see the turn out increase every year, our members showed up and marched in droves.

We have had such incredible turnouts at the Brisbane May Day event, that we have been recognised as ‘Best Contingent’ for the second time in four years!

Thanks to everyone who came out to enjoy the day with us, we look forward to next year!

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PHOTOS President Damian O’Sullivan and State Secretary Gary O’Halloran accepting the award.

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A message from your State Secretary

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or the first time since 2013 we have a Federal Labor Government! This is a massive win for workers, and we are already seeing positive change. The new federal government is completely defunding the ABCC with a view to then abolishing it through legislation!

The ABCC denies workers the right to a safe workplace. It also stops Union and employer representatives from easily meeting on worksites and prevents the ability to go to the FWC to determine many disputes.

We look forward to being able to effectively represent workers’ rights on site, and ensure they go home to their families at the end of the day, with the support of our new government!

This year we have been revamping our Youth Crew and PPTEU Women groups, engaging with our members, educating and learning from them. We had a massive turn out to our first Youth Crew meeting earlier this year, and it was great to see so many of our young members getting involved with the future of their union, we look forward to seeing what they can achieve!

Our PPTEU Women have been regularly meeting this year, building a network in our industry and we are committed to giving them the platform and support they need moving forward.

Our new relationship with the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is already benefiting our industry, helping to develop programs to assist our members in educating and supporting women in our industry.

Wrapping up EB9 this year, with EB10 negotiations kicking off in the second half of 2022. We’ve already had several general meetings with members, but if you missed these don’t worry, we have dedicated EBA Log of Claims meetings coming up in Brisbane, Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast. Make sure you keep an eye out for these so you can have your say!

The Hydrogen Centre of Excellence is moving full steam ahead, and our team is on the forefront of developments in Hydrogen training and technology. Our Program Manager Rian Kelso attended the Australian Hydrogen Conference in May and spoke to Hydrogen development experts from all around Australia. We are committed to ensuring our Hydrogen Training Centre will be the safest, most state of the art, so our members receive the best possible training for the future of this industry.

Congratulations to John Thompson our newest Life Member, we awarded John with his badge and certificate at

the Brisbane May Day celebrations this year. We got to hear a little of his experience on the tools and in our union for the last 47 Years. Our Union is lucky to have members as committed and invested as John Thompson. A union is only as strong as its members.

Thanks to all our members and their families who marched at the Brisbane May Day celebration this year. We had such an amazing turn out our union was recognised as ‘Best Contingent’ for the second time in four years! We’re a small union marching alongside massive groups like the QNMU and ASU, so being recognised like this just goes to show how much of a difference member’s showing up and sticking together makes!

Our Union is doing everything it can to look after you. Getting out to site, keeping your entitlements protected and helping members get trained. Contact your organiser or the Union Office if you need a hand.

It is only by sticking together that we can look after each other, protect what we have and continue the gains we have fought so hard for. Breaking from solidarity will only cost us all!

In soldiarity, Gary O’Halloran STATE SECRETARY

YOUTH CREW We have been revamping our Youth Crew Program this year, and what a kick-off! The first meeting was held in April and was a great start, a huge number of under 35’s attended, and we look forward to many more meetings, with the next one scheduled for 28th of July.

The Youth Crew Vision “To build and cultivate a strong network of young members, supporting the community, the future of their trades and the union.”

The Youth Crew Committee also met for the first time in June and were excited to see the youth crew develop with their leadership.

Make sure you register for the next meeting here: https:// forms.gle/X1p5LUVndNw3ih6y8

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PLUMBING AND PIPE TRADES EMPLOYEES UNION QLD STATE SECRETARY Gary O’Halloran I 07 3844 8433 gary@plumbersunionqld.com

ORGANISER Luke Barden I 0438 949 295 luke@plumbersunionqld.com

APPRENTICE COORDINATOR Shari Charrington I 07 3844 8433 shari@plumbersunionqld.com

ASSISTANT STATE SECRETARY Mick Wiech I 0422 831 175 michael@plumbersunionqld.com

INDUSTRIAL OFFICER Troy Fernandez I 07 3844 8433 shannon@plumbersunionqld.com

TRAINING Office I 07 3844 8433 office@plumbersunionqld.com

LEAD ORGANISER Robbie Gould I 0448 822 048 robbie@plumbersunionqld.com

APPRENTICE MENTOR Justin Maxwell I 0488 556 222 justin@plumbersunionqld.com

MEDIA Office I 07 3844 8433 media@plumbersunionqld.com

ORGANISER Kieron Cundy I 0419 771 026 kieron@plumbersunionqld.com

APPRENTICE MENTOR Tom Nielser I 0487 199 637 tom@plumbersunionqld.com

MEMBERSHIP Office I 07 3844 8433 membership@plumbersunionqld.com

ORGANISER (North Queensland) Jim White I 0448 880 720 jim@plumbersunionqld.com

APPRENTICE PROGRAM MANAGER Rian Kelso I 07 3844 8433 rian@plumbersunionqld.com

41 Peel St, Sth Brisbane 4101 Qld I PH: 1800 653 118 I office@plumbersunionqld.com BUSSQ

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FINANCIAL PLANNING BUILD YOUR FUTURE

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RETIREMENT DEBTS & BUDGETING HELP

INSURANCE INVESTMENT

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07 3833 1100 This service is available to all Financial Plumbing & Pipe Trades Employees Union Members.

BERT Financial Services (BFS) has engaged Industry Fund Services Limited (IFS) ABN 54 007 016 915, AFSL No 232514 to facilitate the provision of financial advice. Our Financial Planners are employed by BFS, and are licensed by an authorised representative of IFS

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Congratulations

JOHN THOMPSON LIFE MEMBER OF THE PPTEU

Life Membership is the highest honour the PPTEU can confer on a member for services rendered.

John Thompson is only the 10th member in Qld to receive this honour.

Congratulations John, the PPTEU has been built on your commitment and dedication to our union.

Thank you for your service.

PPTEU APPRENTICE PROGRAM The Plumbing and Pipe Trades Employees Union Queensland in conjunction with The Services Trades College and Fire Industry Training (FIT) run the Apprentice Program.

The program accommodates up to 70 apprentices in Fire, Sanitary and Mechanical sectors each year.

WHAT DO YOU GET FROM THE PROGRAM? Extra Training!

Each apprentice enrolled in the program will receive extra training in their 1st and 2nd year of their apprenticeship.

Training that will be added to their apprenticeship as follows: Year 1

The purpse of the program is to provide support and training to apprentices, and ensure they have everything they need to succeed as tradespeople in the industry.

PPTEU Qld 41 Peel Street, South Brisbane 4101 Qld Phone 1800 653 118 office@plumbersunionqld.com WWW.PPTEUQLD.COM

Year 2

- MIC Resilience Apprentice Training - Confined Space - Life skills and cultural awareness - Introduction to BIM - EWP over and under 11m

1 week of wages for time spent completing extra week of training to the employer

- Dogman Training - Forklift & Poly Welding* - Design and Commission Domestic and Residential Sprinkler Systems**

1 week of wages for time spent completing extra week of training to the employer

TOOLS & TOOL BOX The program will also supply apprentices with the fundamental tools and tool bag for training and education of their trade.

IPADS The program funds the latest released iPad and durable cases.

The iPad is provided on their induction day with all the relevant apps installed ready to go for use.

UNIFORMS Each year apprentices receive 3 hi-vis shirts to wear while attending their training.

SUPPORT The essence of the role of Apprentice Mentor is to be a trusted point of contact that apprentices can access for support and assistance when confronted with concerns or issues which present obstacles to effective participation in the apprenticeship.

* We have put an alternative training pathway for second year for those who are not interested in completing their Dogman License. **Fire Protection

THE TEAM

JUSTIN MAXWELL Apprentice Mentor Ph: 0488 556 222 justin@plumbersunionqld.com

Justin began his career as a Sprinkler Fitter in 1994 before joining the PPTEU team in 2009 as an organiser and then moving to his role as Apprentice mentor for industry in 2013.

Justin has worked closely with apprentices and industry to provide support and training particularly in the fire protection industry and has a wealth of knowledge.

After almost 30 years in the industry, Justin has a lot to offer Apprentices, and he is here to assist them.

TOM NIESLER Apprentice Mentor Ph: 0487 199 637 tom@plumbersunionqld.com

Tom became a trainer and assessor in 2010 after a career in rigging, including high risk work and as a steel fabricator and crane operator.

In 2013, Tom moved into training and assessing full time and became an accredited Work Health and Safety QLD assessor.

After training in the industry full time for 8 Years Tom has recently joined the PPTEU Team, excited to provide mentorship to Apprentices in the industry.

His wide range of knowledge is an asset apprentices can call on anytime.

RIAN KELSO Apprentice Program Manager Ph: 0434 383 777 rian@plumbersunionqld.com

SHARI CHARRINGTON Apprentice Coordinator Ph: 07 3844 8433 shari@plumbersunionqld.com

More information If you would like more information about the program and the benefits provided, please contact Apprentice Program Manager Rian Kelso on 0434 383 777 or via email rian@plumbersunionqld.com.

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AWARDS NIGHT 16TH SEPTEMBER 2022 The 2022 Awards Night is set to honour the workmanship, dedication and industry input of Apprentices, Tradespeople and Mentors with in the Plumbing and Pipe Trades Industry.

It should be a great night with members and industry, celebrating the achievemnts in our trades, check out a snipet of last years Awards Night here.

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Doing it for Aaron Aaron’s motorcycle racing colour was green, so the In an emotional show of solidarity, more than 300 workers poignancy of the initiative is not lost on them. on Lendlease’s Kingscliff Tweed Hospital site stand behind a photo of Aaron Fryer who at 17, is one of the youngest to It is their wish that Green Hats for Aaron be part of Site die on a construction site in Australia.

Induction – believing that his story will save young lives.

Holding the photo is a Plumber of 35 years, Byron Davies.

Industry officials back the move including Plumbers’ Union He knows the Fryer family and for him, ensuring Aaron is Representative Luke Barden who says; “the time has well remembered 10 years on from his tragic death, is deeply and truly come for significant and purposeful changes personal. that can give some meaning to Aaron’s senseless and avoidable death.”

Just five weeks into his Plumbing Apprenticeship in Sydney 2012, Aaron died when he was struck by an unsecured Retired Workcover Trainer and TAFE teacher of more than excavator bucket.

30 years, Ian Anderson agrees: It was later revealed in Court not only had the operator failed to insert the safety pin in the quick hitch to prevent the ‘It is vital that we can easily identify our most vulnerable onbucket coming loose, but that this was common practice to site; see if they are supervised and if they are in an unsafe save time. environment.

Every Memorial Day, on 28 April, Byron and his fellow ‘There are huge benefits being able to quickly identify workers in conjunction with the site Safety Committee stand young, inexperienced workers on building sites and I have with Aaron - and share Aaron’s story. no doubt that had Aaron been wearing a green hat, he may still be alive today.

Ten years on, Aaron remains one of the youngest to die on a construction site in Australia and his face is a powerful ‘As a trainer, I can see how talking about Aaron’s story and reminder that young and inexperienced workers need to wearing green hard hats would be hugely beneficial in be looked after and supervised. saving young lives.”

In an industry first, Lendlease have introduced the use of green hard hats on the Tweed Hospital site – one of the largest projects in New South Wales.

Ian and Justine Fryer applaud the move and want to see the initiative rolled out Australia-wide.

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his year we have had the privilege of building our PPTEU Women group, connecting with the ladies in our industry, learning from our tradeswomen, and apprentices.

We have so far held three meetings and we’re lucky enough to have our national network getting involved!

We look forward to growing our network and finding new ways to support our members in this space as we continue to meet monthly with our PPTEU Women.

We have also been developing our relationship with the National Association of Women in Construction

(NAWIC), an amazing not-for-profit organisation run by a passionate team of women in the construction industry.

We already teamed up with NAWIC to host the Women on Tools Breakfast, at the PICAC Beenleigh Training Centre, where we heard from; Hon Shannon Fentiman, Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Minister for Women and Minister for Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence, Melissa McMahon, Member for Macalister, CEO and QBCC Commissioner, Ms Anissa Levy, Sheree Taylor, NAWIC Chapter President and Qld Chapter President, as well as women in the construction industry.

International Womens Week

Together we can #BreakTheBias 7th to 13th March 2022 This year in conjunction with our work with NAWIC and PPTEU Women, we were out on site during International Women’s Week 7th-13th March, supporting this year’s campaign, Break the Bias.

A massive part of moving towards a world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive is male allies stepping up, and it’s so great to see our members getting involved and breaking the bias!

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CEPUTEC training is now available to anyone wanting to undertake high-quality training in first-aid, The organisation was created by the Plumbing and OHS/WHS, plant and equipment or welding at Pipe Trades Employees Union (PPTEU) to ensure that PICAC campuses, onsite and remotely (online). high-quality, industry relevant training in safety, plant

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Richard’s work and experience in the service trades industry has always been with a commitment to the assistance and improvement of the trade and industry sector. His commitment to the development of himself and those around him, being Apprentices, Tradespeople or industry peers, has always been a priority.

We are thrilled to have Richard join the Training and Education sector, with is knowledge and passion for upskilling and advancing workers in their careers and trades, we feel that Richard is an exceptional addition to the CEPUTEC Team, when you are at Beenleigh next, make sure to find Richo and book in for your next CEPUTEC course.

FUNDING INFORMATION As a CSQ registered training supplier, CEPUTEC provides training that is supported by CSQ funding. For more information about eligibility and courses visit www.csq.org.au

Any person who is a member of BERT and meets the BERT Training Fund eligibility criteria can apply for a training subsidy for construction related training courses.

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CEPUTEC also utilises the services of several specialised sessional trainers across our campuses.

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GET TRAINED R

ecently the Plumbing and Pipe Trades Employees Union Qld (PPTEU) has arranged a number of courses for our members. The PPTEU sources the best funding outcome possible via funding providers such as Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ), Services Trades Queensland (STQ) and BERT Training Fund (BTF).

We have provided after hours and RDO training sessions to better accommodate our members’ training needs. The PPTEU QLD has assisted in many enrolments through the IDT structured to ensure members have access to as much funding as possible.

Any person who is a member of BERT and meets the BERT Training Fund eligibility criteria can apply for a training subsidy for construction related training courses.

training register

CSQ is an independent industry funded body supporting employers, workers, apprentices and career seekers in the building and construction industry. They offer multiple funded programs to assist with upskilling and cross skilling existing workers in the building and construction industry.

Short Courses are individual competencies and skills sets designed to provide flexible solutions to workers wanting to update their skills and knowledge in specific and targeted areas. The Higher-Level Skills program provides nationally accredited qualifications including Certificate IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma.

The PPTEU has been working with industry and relevant RTOs such as The Services Trades College to provide the best training and funding outcome to meet the demand - and we will continue to work with the relevant industry bodies to deliver on this.

Stay updated on what training is available via the PPTEU Facebook page and website.

Industrial Relations FEDERAL LABOR’S IR AGENDA IS RESTORING FAIRNESS FOR WORKERS For the last ten years we have seen the federal Coalition government pass one piece of legislation after the next, that chipped away at conditions, workplace rights and the ability for unions to represent their members both in the workplace and in the industrial commission. The Coalition deliberately designed a system that keeps wages low and tied unions up in red tape.

The new Federal Albanese Labor Government in its first two weeks in office backed in an 5.1% increase to the minimum wage for low-income workers, in a submission to the Fair Work Commission.

The Fair Work Commission is supposed to be the impartial third party that workers go to when they can’t sort things out with their employer.

What most workers don’t realise is that currently they have a 65% chance of appearing in front of a commissioner from employer or Coalition background.

Shadow IR Minister Tony Burke has said in a interview that the Albanese Labor Government will "actively and deliberately return" the Fair Work Commission bench to balance, after 28 consecutive Coalition appointments.

Of the 46 appointments that the Rudd/Gillard government made, which were balanced, from people from both sides of the negotiating table, only 16 of those remain.

The commission handed down its decision in the annual wage review on Wednesday, granting a 5.2% increase to the national minimum wage and 4.6% for award workers. The decision sets the pay of at least 2.7 million Australians on the national minimum or awards and will come into effect from 1 July.

Most workers wont even notice this change happing in the background. However, it’s just like your home insurance. For most people they never have to use it and it doesn’t change your day-to-day life, but when you do you want it to give you fair value and cover you for what you need.

This is the biggest increase workers have seen in their pay packets in 12 years.

STATE LABOR’S IR REFORM

The Labor Government has also announced that it intends to introduce paid family and domestic violence leave legislation during Parliament's first sitting, after Parliament returns on July 26.

For our members who work in local government or for a state government department the Palaszczuk Government has introduced to parliament the Industrial Relations Amendment Bill 2022.

It affirmed that Labor's broader IR legislative changes, including bargaining reforms and measures to tackle wage theft, will be informed by its September jobs summit – ahead of the October budget – with a view to introducing them by the end of the year.

The IR bill is likely to include gig economy reforms, after Labor pledged in the lead-up to the March federal election to empower the FWC to make rulings on the pay and conditions of gig economy workers in "employee-like" forms of work.

With its commitment to deliver "same job same pay" measures for labour hire workers also on the table at the September talks, the Government indicated it is willing to delay these changes if more consultation is needed.

This Bill is the result of a 5 year review of the Industrial Relations Act 2016 conducted by former Industrial Commissioner John Thompson and former Attorney General Linda Lavarch. It also emanates from public calls from Queensland Unions to introduce stronger laws to protect workers against sexual harassment.

Labor pledges to make changes to rebalance Fair Work Commission.

The wide-ranging Industrial Relations Amendment Bill 2022 beefs up legislation to prevent harassment in the workplace, places renewed focus on gender pay equity, modernises employment leave standards, allows setting of minimum pay rates for courier drivers, and clarifies the status of registered unions as well as protecting workers against sham entities misrepresenting their ability to represent workers.

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