About joining
To join the MEU Western Australian District, you must work in our industries and regions of coverage.
MEU Western Australia covers coal mine workers and power station operators; and iron ore train drivers in the Pilbara. We cover permanent employees and contractors.
Iron ore production workers in the Pilbara are covered by our joint venture the Western Mineworkers Alliance.
The National Assistance Fund (NAF) supports lodge Members through tough times in three main ways:
Mortality Benefit – Funds paid to the beneficiary of a member passing as a result of a workplace accident. The levy is paid to the beneficiary as soon as possible after the member passing.
Disputed Workers Compensation Claims Assistance – Financial assistance while a member is off work and not being paid due to a disputed workers compensation claim. Subject to approval from the fund.
Industrial Disputation Assistance – Financial assistance during times of industrial disputation, qualifying guidelines apply.
Industrial Disputation Assistance – Financial assistance during times of industrial disputation, qualifying guidelines apply.
Insurance cover from your home to place of employment and return should an accident happen causing injury or death.
- 14 days qualifying period
- Member does not have to exhaust personal leave prior to accessing coverage
- 104 weeks at 85% of base salary up to $1000 per week Death benefit if death is a result of travelling to and from your place of employment Funeral Expenses up to $7,500 if death is a result from an accident while travelling to and from your place of employment
- Rehabilitation benefit
- Union Representation support person being available to you when required for all related work issues.
- Workers Compensation Claims Assistance and legal representation during the workers compensation claims process.
- Unfair Dismissal Assistance and support during unfair dismissal claims, at no cost to the member.
- Wage Recovery Assistance with any wage recovery issues/claims.
- OH&S Issue Assistance with any workplace OH&S issues.
- Workplace Discrimination Assistance with any workplace discrimination issues.
- EBA Negotiations Representative District Secretary and MEULegal Officer to fight for your rights and conditions in the process of Enterprise Agreement Bargaining.
A discounted shopping program is provided through Shoprite with many shopping discounts available for items such as Motor Vehicles, White Goods, Computers, Pharmacy and Travel etc.
Contact Shoprite direct on 1300 650 214
Service Providers and Partners
Mineworkers Trust provides funding for hospitals, schools, sporting groups, emergency services and many other community projects.
Annually MWT awards scholarships to MEU family members to pursue tertiary education. Read More about Scholarships.
The Trust has a truly remarkable history, beginning in the 1970s when the operators of the Nymboida Mine, near Grafton, declared bankruptcy and abandoned the lease. The workers staged a “work in” believing the mine was still viable. And so began “the Mine the Workers ran”. A series of negotiations between the Union and the State Government resulted in ownership being granted to the Miners Federation. Thus began the new initiative of United Collieries, a new joint venture with the Federation as lease owner and a number of big mining companies who provided finance for developing the mine.
So far the Trust has returned more than $10 million dollars to Australian mining communities.
About Mineworkers Trust – interview with Andrew Vickers
Team Super is the top specialist super fund for mining, transport and energy workers, with a strong history of helping deliver exceptional retirement outcomes to our members since 1941.
Steadfast support – we have our members’ backs through thick and thin.
Reliable returns – we’re committed to investments that secure our members’ future comfort.
Local service – with offices in key regional areas across Australia.
Team Super offers its members super, pension, insurance and financial advice services.
To find out more about Team Super, visit teamsuper.com
Unity Bank started in 1970 as Waterside Workers’ of Australia Credit Union when a group of dedicated people from the maritime industry got together and formed a mutual financial institution to benefit all maritime workers and their families when the big banks refused.
Since then, it has expanded and now includes Members in power, mining, forestry and energy, their families and the local communities. Today, thanks to the loyalty and support of our Members, we have grown into a strong and healthy financial institution that has remained 100% owned by Unity Bank Members – by you.
Benefits of Unity Bank membership include:
Learn more about the Unity Bank MEU Supporter Package designed to help you gain the most from your finances and to assist you during periods of challenge or hardship in your workplace or community.
The Western Australian District has partnered with Slater & Gordon Lawyers to offer legal services to union members, covering:
- Industrial and Employment Law
- Workers’ Compensation
- Motor Vehicle Accident Claims
- Asbestos and Silicosis Claims
- Superannuation and Disability Claims
- Medical Law
- Public and Product Liability
- Wills and Estate Planning
Each member is entitled to a free initial consultation. To arrange a referral please contact the MEU WA District on 08 9734 5600.
MINING & ENERGY UNION WA have a longstanding partnership with HBF, Australia’s most trusted private health insurer.*
As one of the largest not-for-profit health funds in Australia, HBF offers affordable cover options to suit different needs. MINING & ENERGY UNION WA members are eligible for discounts on most HBF hospital and extras cover.
More reasons to choose HBF Health Insurance
Discount on health insurance
You’ll receive up to 8% discount on your eligible hospital and extras cover. +
We’ll waive waiting periods
Two-month waiting periods waived for hospital and extras cover.~
Switching is easy
Switch from your current health fund in 2 simple steps and we’ll honour waiting periods already served. ^
Flexible cover
Mix and match HBF hospital and extras products to create cover that best suits your needs and budget.
Join today
Quote the reference number 80724, your 6 or 7 digit union number and email.
Call: 133 423
Email: [email protected]
Visit: your local HBF branch
*As determined by the Roy Morgan Net Trust Survey 2022 & 2023.
+Corporate discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or discount. Some HBF products are excluded from all discounts, including corporate discounts. Eligibility and terms and conditions apply.
~All other waiting periods over 2 months still apply, including waiting periods for any pre-existing conditions for hospital treatment.
^If you switch to HBF within 2 months of leaving another Australian health fund, you won’t have to re-serve any waiting periods already
2024 MEU General Elections
The 2024 MEU General Elections are now complete. A copy of the report of the National Returning Officer is available from the National Office. Call (02) 9267 1035 to obtain a copy.
MEU WA Financial Statements
Western Australian District Branch Financial Statement Year Ending December 2024
MEU WA Audited Financial Statement FY Ending 31 December 2024
Western Australian District Financial Report Year Ended December 2022
Rule Change Application:
Western Australian District
An application to amend the rules of the Mining and Energy Union, Western Australian District has been lodged with the Fair Work Commission. The rule change application concerns amendments to Rule 12 – Lodges, in response to the Federal Government changes to the Fair Work Act 2009 (the Act) creating statutory rights for workplace delegates.
A copy of the rule change application can be found here.