Accredited Third Parties

If you've been exploited at work, you may be able to stay in Australia to take legal action.

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You’ll need certification from a participating government agency or accredited third party confirming:

• You've experienced workplace exploitation

• You're receiving support to resolve the issue​

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If you're a member of a union, this is the list of accredited third parties who can certify your workplace exploitation in Queensland:

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• Australasian Meat Industry Employees' Union (AMIEU)
  https://amieu.asn.au/
  (03) 9662 3766​
   

• Australian Rail, Tram, and Bus Industry Union (ARTBIU)
  https://www.rtbu.com.au/
  (07) 3839 4988​
   

• Australian Workers' Union (AWU)
  https://awu.net.au/qld/
  1800 298 753
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• Electrical Trades Union (ETU)
  https://www.etu.org.au/
  1800 388 937​
   

• The Association of Professional Engineers, Scientists and Managers
  https://www.professionalsaustralia.org.au/_engineers
  1300 273 762
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• Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees' Association (SDA)
  www.sda.au/qld
  07 3833 9500 or 1800 657 141
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• Transport Workers' Union (TWU)
  https://twuqld.asn.au/
  (07) 3890 3066
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• United Workers Union (UWU)
  https://unitedworkers.org.au/
  1800 065 885​

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If you're not a member of a union, this is the accredited third party who can certify your workplace exploitation in Queensland:
 

• The Office of the Fair Work Ombudsman
  https://www.fairwork.gov.au
  13 13 94​

Accredited third parties are organisations qualified to support you to resolve your workplace exploitation matter. These are independent organisations. They do not work for Home Affairs. ​

 

You can seek their support with or without reporting to Home Affairs. Accredited third parties will always seek your consent before disclosing any information to Home Affairs.

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You can contact Queensland Migrant WorkWise to help you find a relevant organisation.