Metropolitan And Regional Shop Stewards

The Union sees the role of the Shop Steward as the foundation. They provide the vital two-way communication link between the Union and our members.

Shop Stewards formally meet at the UFU office 3 times a year and also as required. They can carry out the duties and responsibilities of the Health and Safety representatives in the station/workplace. The UFUSA organises regular training for all elected HSR’s with paid leave to attend such training provided foor in the Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (SA).

The South Australian Metropolitan Fire Service is also responsible for Fire and Emergency Services coverage and community protection in many rural and regional towns and cities.

Your Shop Steward:

• Is elected by union members at your station or worksite.
• See you are informed about all union matters and ensure that all union notices are brought to your notice.
• Is there to represent you on matters affecting you.
• Perform its most important function in representing the day-to-day problems of their fellow members.
• Investigates / represents you and helps solves problems in the workplace
• Your Shop Steward is a vital link between you the member and the Union.