AN160133 – Foremen (Building Trades) Award 1991
(1) The parties to this award are committed to modernising the terms of the award so that it provides for more flexible working arrangements, improves the quality of working life, enhances skills and job satisfaction and assists positively in the restructuring process.
(2) The parties commit themselves to the following principles as part of the structural efficiency process:
(a) Acceptance in principle that any new skill level definitions in the award will be suitable for the needs of the industry, either more broadly based, or more truly reflective of the different skill levels of the tasks now performed, but which will incorporate the ability for a foreman to perform a wider range of duties where appropriate.
(b) The creation of a genuine career path for foremen which allows advancement based on industry accreditation and access to training.
(c) Co-operation in the transition from the old structure to the new structure in an ordered manner without creating false expectations or disputation.
