Qld Police Agreement

The Queensland Police Service (QPS) has been in negotiations for a new enterprise bargaining agreement (EBA) with their employees since their previous agreement expired in 2019. This new agreement will bring changes to the way QPS operates and will have significant implications for police officers and the public they serve.

The QPS is the primary law enforcement agency in Queensland, with more than 15,000 employees, including sworn police officers and civilian staff. The EBA outlines the terms and conditions of employment, including pay rates, work hours, and leave entitlements.

One of the main issues discussed during negotiations was salary increases for police officers. The Queensland Government has offered a 2.5% salary increase per year over a three-year period. Police unions have been pushing for a higher increase, arguing that it is needed to retain experienced officers and attract new recruits.

Another important factor in the negotiations was the introduction of a new performance framework. The QPS proposed a new system that would consider both individual and team performance, and link it to promotions and pay increases. This proposal has been met with mixed reactions from police unions, with some seeing it as a positive step towards a more merit-based system, while others are concerned it may lead to favoritism and a lack of transparency.

The proposed EBA also includes changes to working conditions, including the introduction of flexible work arrangements, such as part-time work and job sharing, to help address issues with work-life balance. In addition, there is a proposal to increase the number of annual leave days to 30 for police officers, in line with other public sector employees.

The negotiations have been ongoing for over two years, and the QPS and police unions are expected to come to an agreement soon. Once an agreement is reached, it will need to be ratified by employees before it can be implemented.

Overall, the QPS EBA negotiations have highlighted the complex issues involved in managing the employment of police officers. The outcome of the agreement will have significant implications for both the QPS and the public they serve, and it will be important to monitor how the changes are implemented to ensure they are beneficial for all parties involved.