Hi Mel, got a sec.. just got elected shop steward to the new company RMR on the fifth floor and i need to pick your brain
Hi Jerry! that's exciting! How can i help?
The role of the Shop Steward
Mel - truth be told-not much experience on the shop steward front! Please help!
Jerry I'll be honest - it's not easy but if you're eager to learn - I'll teach ya the ropes!
Duties of a Shop Steward
Lets start off with the Shop Steward 's duties - buckle up!
what did i get myself into
The nomination election of office and removal of a shop steward are determined by the union's constitution.A Shop Steward 's task is not an easy. Section 14 of the LRA provides: One Shop Steward for a membership of 10 and 2 for a membership of 10 -50
Shop Steward's duties continued
yesterdav you seemed overwhelmed.... don't sweat it - i will assist when you need it... lets continue,,,
The Shop Steward plays a pivotal role in union organizationPerform union duties in the course of their employmentIs the office- bearer who can directly represent workers interest towards both management and the union. They perform their union duties during their free time, but will be called upon to perform certain functions during normal working hours.
Shop Steward's rights
Mel, does the stop steward have any rights?
Recruiting new membersAssisting and representing members in grievances and disciplinarv proceduresConsulting and negotiating with management on plant-level mattersObtain mandates from members before and during negotiations
Shop Steward 's rights continued..
i'm glad to hear that.. tell me more..
sure..knowing your rights is pivotal
Organising and attendfing union meetings at plant and branch levelParticipating in Health & Safetv committees & advising employeesKeeping emplovees informed of union policies and plansKeeping the union informed of the situation in the organisation
LRA section 14 (4) states that shop stewards have rights such as:Represent employees during grievance or disciplinary procedures if they request itMonitor the employers compliance with the Act and any other regulation or agreement
Report any transgression of the Act or any other law or agreement to the employer, representative trade union or another authorityHave paid time off to perform shop steward duties or attend trainingPerform any other function as agreed upon by the parties
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