WORKERS at Chemist Warehouse distribution centres in Vic and Qld yesterday unanimously agreed to return to work, after negotiations between the company and the National Union of Workers saw an agreement on new enterprise agreements for the facilities.
Protracted negotiations resulted in the peace deal, with the union and Chemist Warehouse issuing a joint statement saying the outcome will see "strong wage increases, greater security of employment, flexibility of working hours that will meet the needs of both workers and the employer, and a commitment from all to continue to have a respectful and productive workplace".
Industrial action had been taking place at the distribution centres for just over two weeks (PD 12 Mar), with Tim Kennedy from the National Union of Workers saying "at a time of serious wage stagnation, it's great to see workers in their union collectively bargain for wage increases, secure jobs and respect at work".
Chemist Warehouse lauded the deal, with director Damien Gance saying "we see this as a great outcome for the business and our team...our people are critical to our success, and we have been able to achieve a balance between rewarding our current team and being able to grow and offer more job opportunities," he added.
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