Episode 54
How iron ore train drivers are rebuilding workers’ power in the Pilbara
Train drivers at BHP’s iron ore division in The Pilbara are celebrating - they’ve just signed a great deal - but it’s been a long dusty road. And they had to threaten strike action to make the company see sense. Their colleagues over at Rio Tinto have also inked a new agreement. We find out more.
The Mining And Energy Union Podcast · Warren Johncock - Pilbara Organiser, Justin Parry - BHP Pilbara Lodge President, Rodney Slapp - Rio Tinto Pilbara Lodge President
May 10, 202417m 30s
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Show Notes
Train drivers at BHP’s iron ore division in The Pilbara are celebrating - they’ve just signed a great deal - but it’s been a long dusty road. And they had to threaten strike action to make the company see sense. Their colleagues over at Rio Tinto have also inked a new agreement. We find out more.