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Michael Fleming announces his retirement:
Michael Fleming has informed the AMOU President that he intends
to retire on the 30th of June 2012 after nearly 40 years continuous
service to members. The President and Executive Council have
resolved to ask Michael to return to AMOU employment after July
2012 for an agreed period [concluding March 2013] to assist in the
transition and training. Michael has agreed to do this.
Replacement Industrial Officer:
The President on behalf of the AMOU Executive Council has
advertised both internally [via the AMOU web site] and externally
[advertisement in the Weekend Australian 24/25 March 2012] for a
full time employed Industrial Officer following the announcement of
Michael Fleming's retirement. A number of outstanding candidates
have applied for the position and interviews are to take place
shortly after which an appointment will be made. The new Industrial
Officer will remain Sydney based.
September 2011
RICHARD BARNES DEPARTS AMOU OFFICE
Richard Barnes has resigned as a full time employee AMOU
Industrial Officer based in the AMOU National Sydney Office. His
last day was Friday 19 August. Richard has been successful in
obtaining a Tug Master position with Svitzer at Bowen/Abbot Point
in QLD. Richard will continue as the Eastern Area Secretary
(honorary) and AMOU Executive Council Member. All of Richard's
previous Industrial Officer duties are currently being managed by
Michael Fleming, Director Port Services Division. The AMOU and
members are substantially better off as a result of Richard's hard
work, dedication and skill shown in his role as Industrial Officer
in the AMOU Port Services Division.
Thanks Richard - you are a true leader of
Mariners.