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Old 9th Apr 2007, 04:33
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Bolty McBolt
 
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Ok 4 DMMs are on a 12 hour roster with no agreement in place.

I have heard that 2 of these DMMs are quite happy to tow the company line while the other 2 are doing as they are told.
Not wanting to go directly against a company directive and perhaps not knowing where they stand. What ever their reason it has ramifications.

If I felt I was being forced to work a shift outside an award or agreement I would want it in writing. Perhaps an email asking clarification directed at all the managers concerned, The union Fed Ex, HR manager of the area and his boss.
If this is put in writing its needs to state reasons, which may or may not stand the test of scrutiny.

If guys at any level start working an extended hour shift pattern that is by way of a directive, management will believe an agreement to work an extended hour shift is not required which will make the whole Perth arguement null and void.
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