AFCA and Queensland Trucking join forces

The Australian Forest Contractors Association has entered into a collaboration with the Queensland Trucking Association.

This collaboration is expected to deliver a range of valuable services and resources, aimed at benefiting AFCA members in the areas of Human Resources and Industrial Relations.

Established in 1907, the QTA has been the peak industry body representing road freight in Queensland for over a century. It is widely recognised by the Queensland Government as the pre-eminent representative body for the heavy vehicle road freight industry. Through this partnership, AFCA members will gain access to QTA’s expertise and services in employment relations and advocacy. With a members spread around the country, the QTA leads its policy priorities with a national advocacy approach to service members wherever they may be in Australia.

AFCA members will now receive complimentary HR and IR advice from a qualified IR specialist.

The following services will be available to AFCA’s members: Advocacy and Employment Relations:

• Assistance in applying and interpreting the national employment standards (NES) and the Fair Work Act 2009.

• Guidance on all aspects of employment law, including anti-discrimination legislation.

• Interpretation and application of relevant awards, agreements, and employment contracts.

• Support in addressing employment conditions and wage rates.

• Advice and assistance on performance management, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment.

• Support and guidance on matters related to the Fair Work Commission and industrial tribunals.

• Timely alerts on current industrial and employment issues impacting employers.

• Exclusive invitation to attend quarterly QTA employer forum meetings (both online and in person).

• Access to member prices for all QTA events.

Additionally, QTA will provide AFCA members with optional fee-for-service offerings, tailored to meet individual needs at a nominated hourly rate. These services include:

• Assistance and representation in matters before the Fair Work Commission and various industrial tribunals.

• Review and preparation of documents, including correspondence, employment contracts, and responses to unfair dismissal and general protections applications.

• Support and guidance in drafting and negotiating enterprise agreements, individual flexibility agreements, and employment contracts.

• Assistance in preparing show cause letters, written warnings, and termination of employment letters.

• Workplace representation and support.

• Preparation and delivery of information sessions and educational workshops.

The AFCA believes this partnership will greatly enhance the resources and support available to members, enabling them to navigate complex HR and IR matters with confidence and ease. The collaboration between AFCA and QTA reflects the AFCA’s commitment to providing exceptional value to our members and strengthening its collective representation in the industry.

For further information or to access these services, please email office@afca. asn.au