Qantas accused of underpaying staff for years

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Qantas has been accused of underpaying staff at Sydney Airport for years, a claim it rejects.

In the latest blow to our national carrier, Qantas has been accused of underpaying some staff for years – a claim it denies.The Australian Services Union NSW & ACT branch confirmed to news.com.au on Tuesday it was in a dispute with the airline over the payment of workers, after a letter, dated Tuesday last week, wasA worker told Ben Fordham’s radio program the difference was $73,000 and $66,000 a year.

“We expect all members working at Qantas to be paid correctly and in accordance with the company’s agreements with the ASU. “As the ASU contends the function has been misclassified, the ASU also seeks back pay for any affected employee who has been incorrectly classified at ASU Level 4 or any substantive ASU Level 3 who has fulfilled Oscar/Departure A functions through Higher Duties,” the letter said, requesting a response from Qantas by 5pm on Tuesday, October 3.

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