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In a concerning development, Australia’s Offshore Alliance (OA) LNG workers’ union has announced plans to proceed with strikes at Chevron’s Western Australian facilities. The decision comes as the parties involved continue to negotiate draft enterprise bargaining agreements (EBAs). Following a recent ballot, 91% of the union’s 410 members voted in favor of the strikes, which are scheduled to commence on October 19th. The affected sites include the Wheatstone LNG facility, the Wheatstone offshore gas platform, and the Gorgon LNG facility.
The OA emphasized that its members are determined to ensure that Chevron refrains from manipulating the terms of the draft EBAs. By escalating their protected industrial action, the workers hope to push for a fair resolution. They have also raised concerns regarding the potential exclusion of behavioral standards from level progression and the perceived threat to their annual bonuses. Seeking answers and resolutions from Chevron, the union aims to protect the interests of its members.
Reacting to the union’s decision, Chevron expressed disappointment and criticized the OA’s decision to proceed with the strikes despite recommendations from the Fair Work Commission (FWC), Australia’s workplace umpire. The energy major highlighted that commissioner Bernie Riordan had recommended withdrawing the protected industrial action while the drafting of the EBAs is being finalized. Chevron claimed that the union leaders had advised members not to cancel the strikes.
Chevron defended its own position, stating that it had made genuine efforts to engage in the FWC process, including accepting Riordan’s clarifications on draft EBA items that were previously interpreted differently. The company lamented the undermining of the progress that had been achieved before the recent round of talks.
To address the intensifying situation, further FWC sessions are scheduled for October 16th, mediated by commissioner Riordan. These sessions will be conducted via online conference, providing an opportunity for all parties involved to seek resolution and find common ground.
The strike threats and ongoing disputes at Chevron’s Australian LNG facilities have heightened tensions between the company and the LNG workers’ union. As negotiations continue, the fate of the draft enterprise bargaining agreements hangs in the balance, impacting the operations of the Wheatstone LNG, Wheatstone offshore gas platform, and Gorgon LNG facilities. Both Chevron and the OA will need to work towards a mutually acceptable resolution to ensure industrial harmony and the fair treatment of workers.
