Collective Bargaining & Employment Advocacy

Overview

UTASU represents the collective voice of academic staff in negotiations around wages, benefits, and conditions of service, ensuring that your terms of employment are fair and competitive.

Key Services

  • Salary Negotiation: Engaging in discussions with the University about pay scales and raises.
  • Contract Renewal Advocacy: Monitoring employment terms to safeguard member rights.
  • Conditions of Service Reviews: Reviewing workload, leave entitlements, and contract terms.

Examples

  • UTASU successfully negotiates an annual salary adjustment in response to rising inflation.
  • When contract lecturers raise concerns about renewal practices, UTASU presents a formal case to HR and upper management.