Change Branch
In Western Australia, the CFMEU WA Branch is setting the pace with proven outcomes.
The CFMEU WA Is Leading the Way
In Western Australian construction the CFMEU WA is setting the pace for others to follow. The CFMEU WA Branch isn’t just reacting to change; it’s shaping the future of work through leadership, transparency, integrity and most of all – results!
Setting the Pace strives to deliver quality built projects through negotiated EBAs – safely, on time and on budget.
With its unwavering commitment to being Here for Good, the CFMEU WA is showing that when a union leads with honesty and strength the entire industry lifts with it.
Leading With Integrity – Setting the Pace
The CFMEU WA Branch is proving that unions can be both powerful and principled. In an era when trust must be earned, the branch is embracing openness, reform, and accountability – and the results are clear.
By putting transparency at the centre of its decision-making, the union is setting new standards for governance and leadership. Members know their voices are heard, their interests are represented, and their union is acting with integrity at every level.
The CFMEU WA isn’t just setting rules for others to follow – it is showing what responsible, modern unionism looks like in action.
Delivering Results Where It Counts
The union’s track record in negotiating strong Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBAs) speaks for itself. Across WA, CFMEU-negotiated agreements have delivered stronger representation, higher wages, safer conditions, and secure employment for thousands of workers.
These EBAs don’t just protect pay packets – they protect dignity. They ensure that workers are respected, properly trained, and fairly rewarded for the vital work they do. It means projects are built by people who care. Backed by standards that last.
Each negotiation sets a new benchmark for fairness and safety, forcing the rest of the industry to keep up. That’s leadership. That’s Setting the Pace.
Safety First, Always
Construction is one of the most dangerous industries in the country, and CFMEU WA knows that safety must come before everything else. The union’s Safety Guidance and Alert system keeps members informed and protected – with clear, practical advice on managing risks on site.
Our Serious Incident Response Policy ensures that when things go wrong, the response is immediate, compassionate, and focused on prevention. The union’s trained safety officers and site representatives are constantly on the ground, ensuring that safety standards are not just met – they’re exceeded.
And through partnerships with the Construction Skills Training Centre (CSTC), the CFMEU WA continues to invest in skills and education, helping members stay sharp, confident, and safe at work.
The Strength of Delegates
A union is only as strong as its delegates – and in WA our CFMEU delegates are among the best in the business.
The branch is building a robust and effective delegate network, providing members with trained, confident representatives on every major worksite. These delegates are the front line of the union – enforcing agreements, resolving issues, and keeping communication flowing between workers and leadership.
Through continual training and mentoring, CFMEU WA has developed a delegate structure that is both disciplined and dynamic — capable of responding quickly to challenges while maintaining unity across the membership.
This strong delegate base is one of the key reasons the union remains respected, effective, and deeply connected to the realities of the job site. Members are first always.
Here for Good – and Here to Lead
The CFMEU WA’s Here for Good strategy sums up its long-term commitment perfectly. It’s not about short-term wins or headline moments – it’s about building an industry that’s fair, safe and sustainable for the long haul.
By leading with integrity, negotiating with strength, and empowering delegates to lead from the ground up, the CFMEU WA Branch is showing Australia what a modern, ethical and effective union looks like.
Setting the Pace builds on Here for Good.
As Western Australia continues to grow, one thing is certain: the CFMEU WA isn’t following anyone else’s lead. We’ll always be here for good, and as we transition to meet future challenges, the union is Setting the Pace on every front.
