The United National Transport Union (UNTU) is proud to announce the introduction of a new trophy as from 1 September 2016 in recognition of the hard work, achievements and sacrifices of our Trade Union Representatives (TUR’S).
Deputy General Secretary, Mr Eddie de Klerk of UNTU and in his capacity as Vice President of FEDUSA: Training and Education, decided to donate the “Eddie de Klerk Floating Trophy” to the Union to be awarded to the most promising Trade Union Representative annually.
Mr de Klerk, who oversees all the training of members and employees of UNTU for the past seventeen (17) years, says this trophy has always been a dream of his. He has always been very proud of each student, but especially of those whom are highly motivated and driven in achieving UNTU’s goals to grow and remain the strongest Union in die Transport Sector.
“Trade Union Representatives” do not always get the rightful recognition they deserve for the service they deliver to membership.
Trade Union Representatives represent workers with their grievances, disciplinary hearings, monitor the employer’s compliance with the Labour Relations Act, and any other legislation that is applicable in the workplace, inclusive of collective agreements and represents UNTU, because they have a passion for fair and just working conditions.
In the criteria for the awarding of this trophy, the Trade Union Representative, attendance of branch meetings, workplace meetings with members, assisting members at hearings, grievances and recruitment of new members will be taken into account.
For ease of reference, please click on the below link in respect of the above mentioned trophy and ensure that you comply with the set criteria.
