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Update: NSW Trains time credit dispute
Last week we reported that NSW Trains failed to pay time credits to numerous drivers during a shutdown period. We have since received positive feedback from management, who have informed us that they acknowledge the need […] Read More »
RTBU pursuing Critical Incident Response for NSW Trains
Following the successful implementation of the Critical Incident Response at Sydney Trains, the RTBU has been proactively pursuing a similar arrangement to be implemented at NSW Trains. NSW Trains have conducted various forms of trauma […] Read More »
NSW Trains to use new pay system from January
An initial meeting has been convened to begin consultation regarding the integration of HR, payroll, procurement and finance so that this comes from one place instead of across multiple systems and processes. Transport Equip is the Enterprise Resource […] Read More »
OPCrew rostering for regional drivers
We’ve recently received correspondence from NSW Trains outlining its proposal to move regional drivers from the Microster to the OPCrew system, under the guise of having one system for all train crew. Their objectives for moving to […] Read More »
Minimum standards must be met at Travelodge
Your union has been made aware that the Travelodge has closed level 2 and moved train crew to level 17 for a period of time to conduct “refurbishments” on level 2. It was revealed that these “refurbishments” […] Read More »
Skytrain construction at risk of major delays
The construction of the Skytrain section of Sydney’s new metro line faces major delays due to cracks and buckling in the viaduct’s large concrete spans, the Sydney Morning Herald reports. Work is already running late and $50 million […] Read More »
Exec bonuses should be linked to staff’s mental wellbeing: Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue chairman Jeff Kennett called for executive performance bonuses to be linked to the mental wellbeing of their staff, ABC news reported this week. Mr Kennett also called for senior staff to undergo a mental […] Read More »
Aurizon, Freightliner and PN: key issues update
The Loco Division has been standing up for our members working for Aurizon, Freightliner and Pacific National. Here’s the latest: AURIZON In Cab Cameras We’re continuing to question Aurizon’s intention to install in cab camera and voice recordings. […] Read More »
Update: Hunter Valley Freight Issues
RTBU Locomotive Division recently invited Hunter Valley network owners and operators to a meeting to discuss a number of local issues. We facilitated a meeting at the Newcastle RTBU office and both ARTC and Freightliner sent representatives. […] Read More »
Lack of train drivers causes 100 services to be cancelled in Brisbane
A lack of drivers for Queensland Rail has led to the cancellation of more than 100 train services in and around Brisbane today, according to ABC reports. Read the full article here. Read More »
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