Your role as a contact representative

Contact representatives take an active role in union matters and interact with both colleagues and managers . Representing members’ interests and recruitment are their most important tasks.

What other roles do contact representatives fulfill?

  • Providing advice and support to members.
  • Offering information about union activities.
  • Monitoring compliance with collective bargaining and other agreements.
  • Acting as a link between members and managers.
  • Maintaining continuous dialogue with the local union board.
  • Supporting salary negotiations.
  • Engaging members in workplace and employment issues.
  • Investigating members’ needs and addressing the issues raised.
  • Conducting negotiations within their area of responsibility.

Many representatives fulfill both contact and work environment roles.