G'day
Just to clarify - all the add-ons are pretty much the same. The comparison of the base rate is just comparing apples with apples.
- how do you know what the "average" is for allowances? If that could be calculated fairly it would be built into the award too.
Some questions for discussion:
- at what point do we think a pilot should be earning the "average" wage? Grade 3 Instructor? Grade 1 Instructor? Chieftain driver? Regional FO? Regional Captain?
- What sort of leverage should our training and qualifications provide? Why? (good arguments here please no emotional or irrational rubbish)
- CAO48 and fatigue systems limit us to 45 hours of work per week and no overtime, at all, ever. According to the
ABS, about 42% of Australian males work more than 40 hours per week and 30% work more than 50 hours.
Should we be compensated for this loss of earning potential?
I can work a 60 hour week in underground coal mines, get paid $100/day just to drive to work, and
clear $3000/week. All training expenses are paid by the employer and uniform supplied. I can tell you that you don't need a Cert IV in coal mining to make that money - a Cert IV in black coal mining will get you over $1000/day.
Discuss....