Benefits
What will be your reason for joining the CFMEU WA?
Better pay. Better conditions. Better benefits. You’re far better off being a member of the CFMEU WA.
Becoming a CFMEU member is a top decision. The Union has worked hard and negotiated a range of benefits for all financial members.
As a CFMEU member, you have access to an incredible range of free and discounted services, and deals for less than the cost of a weekly Lotto ticket. This is over and above the 36-hour week, better job security, paid sick leave, a safer workplace, proper site amenities and all the other benefits we’ve fought for and won over the years.
You work hard and deserve to be rewarded, but trade unionism isn’t just about getting stuff for free. This is about looking after each other and our families too.
It’s about protecting our wages and conditions and helping out mates who need a hand. When you join the CFMEU, you'll have thousands of building and construction mates who will stand behind you when you need a hand.
On top of all these benefits listed below you also have access to a team of experienced Union organisers for advice and help on any issues.
Plus you get access to our Industrial services to help you recover things like lost pay and entitlements.
Remember it pays to be a Financial CFMEU member.
Sickness and Accident Insurance:
- *Sickness and accident insurance. If you’re crook or in an accident you’re insured for full wages including overtime for up to 2 years. This gives you complete peace of mind to cover all your bills and expenses. But only if you are a CFMEU member and work for a company with a union registered EBA agreement.
Travel Insurance:
*Travel insurance: If you are interstate or overseas and something happens your medical costs are taken care of. Travel insurance for an around-the-world ticket for a 3 month trip can cost approximately $700 for each adult. Not everyone takes off every year for a 3 month holiday , but the cost of travel on a two week trip to Bali for a couple of Adults up to 49 years can still add up to around $180. Insurance costs increase substantially with age. NOTE: Check with our office for a copy of the insurance policy before you take off!
Ambulance Cover:
- *There’s free ambulance cover for members and their immediate family- Including Air Ambulance cover for up to $10,000.
Journey Cover:
- *Free journey cover if injured on your way to and from work. Your wages can be covered for up to two years. If you die or suffer a permanent disability there’s cover up to $100,000.
Funeral Cover:
- *Free funeral cover up to $10,000 for members and in the event a spouse dies $5000 can go to help cover funeral expenses.
Legal Advice:
- Free legal advice. Need help? We have a deal for union members to receive a free initial legal consultation.
Free Will:
- Free Wills service. A free standard will for members and their spouse and reduced rates for complex wills.
Training Discounts:
- Discounts on all courses offered by the Construction Skills Training Centre- FREE Bluecard induction course if you are a financial union member.
Hearing Test:
- We work in a noisy industry. You are entitled to receive a hearing test to establish your audio levels in case you ever need to make a claim for loss of hearing. This test can be paid by your employer. The tests are carried out under expert supervision at the Construction Skills Training Centre in Welshpool. Ask your employer for details or call the union office on (08) 9221 1055.
Eye Glasses:
- Free glasses – CFMEU members of HBF, HIF, GEHF or Medibank Private can obtain free eye glasses. If you are not a member of these funds you can still get a 20% discount through WA Opticians. Some conditions can apply.
Home Grocery Discounts:
- CFMEU members are entitled to cash ’n carry discounts direct from the FAL warehouse.
*Sponsored by WACIRF for all union members. Some benefits apply only to EBA’s. Some aspects of benefits subject to change.
Union Shopper-SAVE BIG BUCKS!
Union Shopper is available to union members only and it will save you thousands of big bucks on just about everything you need. Check out the website and save it to your computers favourites list. Click here
Low Cost Home Loans and More:
From Super Member Home Loans to Members Equity Bank
Members Equity (ME) Bank was created in 1999; however its origins date back to September 1994 when National Mutual launched Super Member Home Loans (SMHL).
Designed to offer low cost home loans for Australian workers, The Australian Council of trade Unions (ACTU) backed initiative quickly became an important benefit for the members of participating superannuation funds and affiliated trade unions.
Many years on, the SMHL programme offered by Members Equity Bank, is still going strong and providing members with billions of dollars in low cost home loans.
The success of this no nonsense approach to borrowing – together with an increasing demand from members for other banking services – highlighted the need for a new type of bank, where all products were simple, straight forward and offered value for money to working Australians.
In July 2001, it all became a reality when Members Equity Bank received its banking licence from the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority.
Members Equity Bank is now owned by a number of industry superannuation funds. Profits earned provide a return on investment for these funds and their members. Our home loan programme raises funds by issuing bonds and mortgage backed securities that are rated AAA or equivalent by Standard and Poor's and Moody's Investors Service.
Why ME?
Members Equity Bank has been specifically created to provide everyday Australians with innovative, low cost banking services. As a result – we are 100% committed to keeping banking costs low whilst delivering exceptional customer service.
We believe in being upfront with everything we do. We conduct business with a genuine interest in your needs, and act with integrity at all times. Our products are simple and easy to understand, and we never hide behind gimmicks. We are always happy to hear from you and to help you reach your financial goals. Most importantly we place value for money and customer services as the most important things we can deliver to you.
Technology is one of our keys in providing you with low cost financial products. Our accounts are linked to EFTPOS, ATM's, internet banking, telephone banking, and Bank@Post™.
For More information about Members Equity Bank click here: http://www.membersequitybank.com.au/
Employment information:
At the CFMEU our helpful office staff does a great job of compiling a list of all work sites where you may be able to find work. If you are a CFMEU member, you don’t have to do all the leg work, let your fingers do the walking. We have comprehensive lists available of current sites and contractors operating in the;
- Perth Metropolitan / City Area
- South West
- North West
If you’re a current member or you’re about to join and would like a current work-site list, please call into the office or phone 92211055 and as a financial member a list can be mailed out to you.
