Overseer – Facility Maintenance bulletin

The Executive has identified that we have members in Facility Maintenance around the state who do not officially belong to a sub-branch. This means members are not being represented to the best of the PSA’s wishes. In the city courts, sites are grouped into close geographical sub-branches, each of which have Delegates. We would like to set up similar sub-branches for Overseers in Facility Maintenance,…

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PSA gains concessions at the Industrial Relations Commission

The PSA has achieved a significant victory in the Industrial Relations Commission (IRC). The PSA will now be consulted by the Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPC) prior to decisions being made in regard to its Voluntary Redundancy EOI Program. The enhanced consultation means that the PSA can more pro-actively make representations for areas that will be substantially affected by any proposed job cuts. As…

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Officer charged

On Friday 15 March 2019, in the course of his duty, a Correctional Officer fatally shot an escaping inmate. During the Coronial Inquest, the Coroner decided to refer the matter to the Department of Public Prosecutions to determine if charges should be laid. Today (Friday 5 February 2021) at 10:30am, following discussions between NSW Police and his legal team; the Officer, his lawyer and PSA…

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Regional training is back!

Regional training is back on the calendar, so we’d like to invite you to join us. Whether you’re a new delegate, wanting to improve your skills or interested in safer workplaces, there is something in there for every member; no prior experience needed. Regional timetable Course Date Course Name Course Location Wed 24 and Thurs 25 Feb WHS/Bullying/Mental Health Armidale Thurs 25 and Fri 26…

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Strategy Policy & Commissioning restructure

While members are undertaking crucial work for the most vulnerable members of our community through the difficult and unprecedented challenges of COVID-19, the Department continues to press ahead with the restructure of Strategy Policy & Commissioning (SPC). EOI for voluntary redundancy On Monday, the Department announced an Expression of Interest (EOI) for Voluntary Redundancy (VR) that closes at 5:00 pm on Monday, 15 February. The…

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