Location: Melbourne, VIC
Full-time | Permanent
Salary Range (Organiser Band 1-3 (dependent on experience)
Applications close: 28/07/2025
Are you passionate about social justice, workers’ rights, and building collective power? The Australian Services Union – Victorian and Tasmanian Authorities & Services Branch is seeking a committed and dynamic Organiser (x2) to join our team and help empower workers across local government, water, energy, and social and community services.
Please note that these roles currently sit in our social and community services and infrastructure division, however there may be a requirement for the Branch to move organisers across patches/industries within our coverage.
About Us
The ASU is one of Australia’s largest and most progressive unions, advocating for fairness, equity, and dignity in the workplace. Our Victorian and Tasmanian Branch is deeply committed to supporting members, building strong workplace representation, and driving campaigns that improve working lives.
The ASU is an organising union that protects and improves our members’ working lives. Our union is growing, using strategies to bring workers together to collectively stand to improve wages and conditions. Delegate development is central to everything we do as we see this as fundamental to continuing to grow and build power as a union.
Your Impact
As part of a union committed to building power across our industries, we seek passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team. Ideal applicants will bring enthusiasm for ASU’s values and a strong commitment to activism that advances the rights and conditions of ASU members and all workers across the movement.
As an Organiser, you will:
- Empower members and delegates to build strong workplace networks and lead collective action
- Drive recruitment and organising campaigns to grow union strength.
- Negotiate and advocate for improved employment conditions and job security.
- Represent members in industrial matters, including disputes and enterprise bargaining.
- Deliver training and support to build leadership capacity among members.
- Contribute to policy development and strategic campaigns that shape the future of work.
We’re seeking someone with:
- A deep commitment to the union movement and social justice.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience in organising, campaigning, or industrial relations (or a strong desire to learn).
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- A current driver’s license and willingness to travel across Victoria.
Why Join Us?
- Meaningful work that makes a real difference in people’s lives.
- Supportive team culture with mentoring and professional development.
- Flexible work arrangements and travel opportunities.
- Union values of equity, inclusion, and solidarity.
FURTHER INFORMATION:
Phillipa Balk, Assistant Secretary (until 18 July) 0437 834 615 or pbalk@asuvictas.com.au
Tash Wark, Branch Secretary (after 18 July) 0418 424 052 or twark@asuvictas.com.au
Applications close 5.00pm, 28 July 2025 and should be addressed to:
Phillipa Balk
ASU Assistant Branch Secretary
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people with disabilities, LGBTIQ+ people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
