Union Industrial Organiser

5 days ago

Melbourne, Australia Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) Full time

**Stand Up. Speak Out. Lead Change.**

**Be the Voice for University Staff Across Australia.**

Are you ready to fight for fairness, secure work, and quality higher education?

The Australian Catholic University (ACU) Branch of the **National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU)** is calling on passionate, driven individuals to join us as a **Union Industrial Organiser**.

This isn’t just another job it’s a chance to **make a real difference** in the lives of staff working in universities and research institutions. If you’re fuelled by social justice, skilled in organising and advocacy, and committed to building a stronger trade union movement, we want you on our team.

**Why You’ll Love This Role**
- **Impact**. Champion the rights of Academic, General, Research, and Professional staff in higher education.
- **Reach**. Be based in Melbourne, Sydney, or Brisbane and travel interstate to ACU campuses to connect directly with members.
- **Purpose**. Work for a member-led union that values diversity, equity, and collective action.
- **Rewarding Package**. Earn $96k-$119k + 17% superannuation, plus benefits and development opportunities.

**What You’ll Do**
- Provide timely industrial support and advocacy for members.
- Lead organising campaigns and recruitment initiatives that strengthen the union’s presence.
- Drive collective bargaining efforts and negotiate fair outcomes for members.
- Create and deliver impactful communications newsletters, leaflets, reports that engage and inspire. Build strong, trusted relationships with members, elected officers, and staff to grow our movement.

**What We’re Looking For**
- A strong belief in **unionism, equity, and social justice**.
- Experience in **industrial support, organising, recruitment, or campaigning** (union or community sector).
- Exceptional **people and communication skills**confident speaking to individuals and groups.
- Strong written skills with the ability to craft reports and formal submissions.
- Negotiation expertise and experience settling workplace issues.
- Tech-savvy with the ability to use MS Office and other publishing tools.
- Flexibility to travel interstate and a current driver’s licence.

**Why Join NTEU?**

We’re more than a union we’re a **movement for change**. From campaigning for secure jobs to fighting for quality education, we take action that matters. You’ll be part of a **supportive, diverse, and passionate team** that’s not afraid to stand up and lead.

**Union Industrial Organiser**:
**NTEU**:
**NTEU**

**Job posted on**:August 6, 2025

**Applications close**:Sunday 31st August

**Salary**:Earn $96k-$119k + 17% superannuation, plus benefits and development opportunities.

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