Why join the ETU?
The CEPU Electrical Division provide a range of services to its members including legal help and advice, representation, access to up to date information on workplace issues, training and licencing, financial services and affordable computers.
Legal Help and Advice
The main service we provide our members is industrial information and advice on working conditions and entitlements. Via our solicitors this can extend to assistance and advice to protect rights beyond your everyday industrial rights.
Representation
We also represent our members in negotiations with employers and in various industrial courts.
Local Organisers
Organisers provide daily support and advice in industrial matters.
Individual Representation
At your workplace you should be represented by an elected CEPU shop steward.
Access to up-to-date Information
Through our journal, The ETU News and branch publications we keep you informed about industrial developments specific to you and your occupation, changes to training and licensing and other items of interest to members - posted to your home address. Other publications provide more specific information and advice on issues such as salaries and working conditions, occupational health and safety and licensing and training.
Trade Union Training Courses
A variety of courses are available to develop your skills and union knowledge. Contact your organiser today to find out about upcoming courses.
Licensing & Trade Training
We provide advice and assistance with respect to licensing and training. We are uniquely placed to provide this service as we are the only union staffed by organisers and officials with the same electrical and electronic training and background as our members. We represent our members on licensing boards and training bodies.
If you have a problem in this area please contact us.
Home Loans
Members Equity is a joint venture involving financial giant AXA and 41 industry super funds. Through Superannuation Home Loans/Members Equity we offer competitive home loans with draw down facilities and a host of other advantages.
Members Equity has recently been granted a banking licence which will allow members to be offered credit card facilities in conjunction with a cheap home loan. With the major banks currently so much 'on the nose' it is encouraging that workers now have a real alternative to the major banks.
Affordable Computers
Virtual Communities - now offering new IBM computers and business rental finance.
Through our alliance with Virtual Communities, members can buy computer and internet packages at an affordable price.
New business rental finance arrangements, ideal for small businesses, is also available.
Through this offer members get a complete service from over the phone application to in home delivery and installation. This is complemented by a free 30 days help desk after sales support provided by IBM technical specialists. Members who purchase the internet option also get 3.5 years of great value internet access and help desk support.
To find out more about Virtual Communities new products and services members should call 131 789 or access their website at http://www.virtualcommunities.com.au
Other services
Discounts on many goods and services such as cars, travel, accommodation and entertainment through services the Union Shopper Service. As details vary from State to State contact your branch for further information.
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