Transgrid and Energy Australia EA Update

Transgrid: On May 29^th, the Workplace Determination made by the Fair Work Commission under intractable bargaining provisions came into came into effect. 

The FWC determined that Transgrid members would enjoy pay increases of 6.5%, 5.5% and 4.5% with additional contributions to superannuation totalling 1% over three years, with the Determination and first year pay increases being back dated to March 1^st last year. 

Remarkably, the FWC also ruled that Transgrid must provide back pay to people no longer working in the business but had been at March 1^st last year.  This is a significant decision that could change the bargaining landscape when it comes time to renew again.  Overall, these outcomes are a HUGE win for your Union in the face of aggressive tactics from Transgrid.

Endeavour Energy: Like Transgrid, Endeavour Energy’s new Agreement will come in the form of a Workplace Determination handed down in the FWC.  The parties submitted their closing arguments to the FWC on May 22^nd with items to be determined by the FWC including:

• Wages and superannuation.
• Overtime payments.
• Outsourcing/contracting.
• Various allowances.

Whilst a quick determination by the FWC would undoubtedly be of a benefit to all parties, members should be prepared to not have a decision until well into second half of this year.