Airport refuelers walk off the job
I would like to congratulate the more than 50 Sydney Airport refuelers who walked off the job today after Ampol Aviation again refused their demands around better pay and secure employment.
These workers have continued to face challenges in securing fair treatment from Ampol following six months of good faith negotiations. This comes despite these workers’ significant contributions to the smooth operation of Sydney Airport and the petroleum company reporting profits upward of $1.7 billion.
Last week, the Fair Work Commission rejected Ampol’s attempt to claim that the TWU had not bargained in good faith. During the hearing, the company refused to address outstanding items to settle a fair agreement.
Protected action is always a last resort, but these workers have been forced to take action after the company continued to claim keeping refuelers among the lowest paid in aviation was crucial for maintaining contracts.
In an industry where profits are soaring, it’s unacceptable that those who keep it running are treated so poorly.
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