Woolworths Petrol Enterprise Agreement 2018: What You Need to Know
In recent news, Woolworths has recently entered into a new enterprise agreement with its petrol employees. The agreement, which covers approximately 4,500 staff members across Australia, was voted on and accepted on 22 February 2019.
The new agreement includes a range of changes to working conditions, as well as increases to pay rates and other entitlements for petrol employees. Here`s what you need to know.
Pay Rates
Under the new enterprise agreement, Woolworths petrol employees will receive an initial pay rise of 3% in the first year of the agreement. This will be followed by additional increases of 3% in the second and third years, and 2.5% in the final year of the agreement.
In addition to these pay rises, the agreement also includes a range of other entitlements and benefits that are designed to improve the working conditions of petrol employees.
Flexible Work Arrangements
One of the key changes in the new agreement is an emphasis on flexible work arrangements. This includes provisions for part-time, casual, and flexible working arrangements, as well as a range of other measures designed to support better work-life balance for employees.
Other key changes in the agreement include provisions for:
– Improved parental leave provisions, including paid parental leave and flexible working arrangements for new parents.
– Enhanced redundancy and retrenchment entitlements, including compensation for affected employees.
– Improved rostering arrangements, including more notice of shifts and more flexibility in shift swapping.
Overall, the new Woolworths Petrol Enterprise Agreement 2018 represents a significant step forward for petrol employees in Australia. With better pay rates, improved working conditions, and more flexible work arrangements, this agreement demonstrates Woolworths` commitment to supporting its workforce and ensuring a positive workplace culture.