National Organising and Bargaining Officer

Are you ready to make your mark in our new program to:

• Build workers’ power through democratic participation
• Transform our workplaces and industries through effective bargaining
• Win conditions and outcomes that lift living standards
• Shape a society free from poverty and injustice

We are looking for a  National Organising and Bargaining Officer:

• Flexible location – AMWU national offices in NSW or VIC; state branch offices in QLD, WA, SA or TAS
• Full time
• Competitive salary and generous working conditions

About Us

The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) is a progressive trade with a plan to build unbeatable, generational workers’ power. AMWU members work in the metals trades, printing, paper industry, vehicle industry, food and confectionery industry as well as technical trades and professions.

We are driven by our values. We are democratic, inclusive, fair and respectful; we do what we say; and we work strategically, standing together as one to deliver outcomes for members. We pride ourselves on bold member-led campaigns that effect real change and build workers’ power. 

The AMWU is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations people, women, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and LGBTIQ+ people. 

About the Role

Working in a small team, you will work directly with organisers around the country to build union membership and structures, mentor delegates and lead national bargaining campaigns that deliver significant gains for AMWU members. You will use your leadership and communication skills to motivate delegates and workers to plan and take action for the issues that matter most to them at work.  Your previous experience in team building and negotiation will be critical as you deliver and assist with all the operational tasks and functions associated with national bargaining. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Enterprise bargaining support
• Analysis, preparation and advocacy for new multi-employer bargains
• Hearings and arbitrations regarding national agreements
• Identification of potential applications of new bargaining tools and strategies
• Advice and drafting for consolidation of agreements
• Leading negotiations
• Work closely and collaboratively with other team members and support the broader objectives of the AMWU.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary at officer level 6 or 7 of our salary structure, depending on skills and experience ($119,369.41-$127,794.90)
• The opportunity to lead real change for working people
• A dynamic and supportive work environment
• Opportunity to work with passionate advocates for workers’ rights
• Generous working conditions including:
• Monthly RDO
• 12.5% superannuation
• 17.5% annual leave loading (pro rata basis)
• Additional Christmas shutdown leave 

Selection Criteria

Essential

• High level negotiation skills and ability to represent individuals or groups of members in complex industrial matters
• Demonstrated high level of industrial knowledge with ability to analyse, interpret, and advise on complex industrial legislation, awards and enterprise agreements.
• Demonstrated experience leading and implementing strategic and complex enterprise bargaining negotiations, including across multiple sites and/or employers.
• Experience identifying and providing advice on emerging issues and trends in bargaining
• Experience assisting delegates and members in creating logs of claims and providing advice on industrial jurisdiction matters.
• Demonstrated advanced prioritisation and time management skills to manage competing work.
• High level verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to engage with workers, delegates and AMWU officials to implement effective programs

Desirable

• Experience planning and leading political, industrial, and community campaigns, ensuring effective mobilisation and outcomes.
• Experience in conducting strategic research, complex mapping, to independently plan and deliver a complex and detailed organising or campaign plan  

How to Apply

Send your resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria to ns@amwu.org.au

Please note that applications not addressing the selection criteria will not be considered.

For further information please contact Chris Spindler, National Bargaining Coordinator chris.spindler@amwu.org.au 

Applications close: cob Friday 10 April 2026