Australian Airline Secures Better Pay and Job Security for Workers

Qantas employees have accepted a new Enterprise Agreement that delivers significant wage increases and job security measures. The agreement includes a minimum 5% wage rise in the first year, with a cumulative 14% increase over the next three years. The agreement also includes protections against last-minute roster changes, which the Australian Services Union says will improve worker welfare and safety. The union’s Assistant National Secretary, Scott Cowen, hailed the outcome as a significant achievement for Qantas staff, but noted that confidence in management remains low due to ongoing concerns about outsourcing and cost reduction strategies. The agreement was negotiated after months of talks between the ASU and Qantas. AeroTime.