Australian Carrier Agrees To Wage Increases And Job Security
Qantas employees, represented by the Australian Services Union (ASU), have voted to accept a new Enterprise Agreement that includes substantial wage increases and enhanced job security measures. The agreement secures a minimum 5% wage increase in the first year and a cumulative 14% pay rise by 2028, as well as new protections for last-minute roster changes. According to ASU Assistant National Secretary Scott Cowen, the agreement represents a major advancement for worker welfare and airline safety. Despite the successful vote, the ASU expressed ongoing concerns about Qantas management’s focus on cost-cutting measures and outsourcing. The agreement was reported by AeroTime.