What is a delegate?
A delegate is a union member who has put their hand up to become more active and help out members and the union movement in general. Passionate about creating a better workplace, delegates are supported by their fellow members to represent and organise in their workplace. Delegates are essential to the AMWU – the work of a delegate keeps the union strong and united.
About being a delegate
Our delegates play a key role in the strength of the AMWU. Delegates are the vital support link between Union members in different work sites and across different areas. In order to achieve success in our collective campaigns, we need the leadership and commitment of a strong team of delegates.
Roles and Responsibilities
Delegates connect AMWU members to their union and the union’s staff. Delegates are the face of our union, providing information and support to their workmates. A big part of the role of a delegate is to ensure that everyone on their worksite is informed on their right, and kept up-to-date with union activities.
Delegates perform several important roles
Helping distribute Union information and updates to co-workmates.
Signing up new members to the AMWU
Represent the AMWU at employee inductions, making new employees aware of the Union and the benefits of them signing up
Communicate regularly with union organisers about campaigns and issues occurring in the workplace
Help develop other Union activists
Represent and support members to management about individual and collective workplace issues
Lets our union office know of changes to members’ information
Leading AMWU campaigns in the workplace and the community
You will always be supported in the role by Union staff
Through campaigning, distributing information, and recruiting, delegates are pivotal in building the strength of the AMWU in workplaces and our community. It might sound like a lot, but being a delegate is a responsibility that you can take at your pace as you build confidence and experience.
Interested In Becoming A Delegate?
Becoming a delegate is an exciting and rewarding way to become a more active member of our union. By taking this step, you join other delegates across the country who are active and passionate about making our union stronger. Our union will support you as a delegate with training, to develop your skills and leadership.
Delegate Training
Our delegates (shop stewards) are the power of our union. We are proud that our delegate structure is one of the best in Australia. Training courses are available for delegates throughout the year and around the country.
Through campaigning, distributing information, and recruiting, delegates are pivotal in building the strength of the AMWU in workplaces and our community. It might sound like a lot, but being a delegate is a responsibility that you can take at your pace as you build confidence and experience.
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