In the current debate of MAM contractors being called to cover work for stop work meetings for Qantas international - a thought occurred to me.
Most of the current MAM casuals would be union members. Why cant the union help them out also in this situation and offer advise towards their members on this stance. The real stance of what this position would hold for the casual members. Wouldnt it be in their best interests.
Additionally - cant the union step in to suggest that this form of work is unacceptable for casuals to undertake - or that if they decide not to undergo this form of contract work that their careers wont be hindered by rejecting this offer. Or if they decide to take on the offer what the repercussions will be???
Look might be way off base here...but was just a thought that came to mind. I am sure most casuals are current union members and the union should also be looking after their interests here also.
As for the shortlisters - well that would be a different scenario as most wouldnt be current union members.
I do feel for the current casuals being put in this position!
