Originally Posted by
ZebraFlyer
Have been watching this thread closely and not quoting anyone in particular here though, but just so you’re aware “backpay” isn’t typically part of fair work’s remit. It is usually used as an employer driven wedge, used as a threat. There is no allowance for back pay in the legislation nor requirement so if you’re worried about that element in particular I’d say the horse has bolted.. don’t vote based on back pay as there’s a high likelihood you won’t get it.
As discussed, it was used extensively in the promotion of the previous offers so could be considered a ‘term’ of what’s on offer. I can only speculate what Fairwork will do but if they aren’t pragmatic and don’t take into consideration the question of ‘what will help network retain existing staff’ they won’t really be doing Qantas any favours in the current market.