We’re here for you

The Offshore Alliance (OA) is a partnership between the AWU (Australian Workers’ Union) and the MUA (Maritime Union of Australia).
The Offshore Alliance covers all workers in the Offshore Oil and Gas industry – that includes workers in:

  • Maintenance
  • Production
  • Inspection
  • Offshore construction
  • Catering
  • Drilling
  • ROV pilots
  • Paramedics
  • Aircraft maintenance
  • Officers and Engineers
  • All other workers in offshore oil and gas

If you work in the offshore oil and gas industry, then Offshore Alliance is the union for you.

We are here to help.

As a member of the AWU, you have access to a range of valuable services to ensure that you have the best working life.


  • Negotiate

    better wages and conditions


  • Health and Safety

    training and specialist advice


  • Fight

    unfair dismissals


  • Recover

    unpaid wages and superannuation


  • Free Will

    through our partner SafeWill


  • Discounts

    with UnionShopper, ShopRite and Campbells Wholesale


  • Workers’ Compensation

    advice and insurance services


  • Expert Advice

    on industrial and legal issues


  • Merchandise

    free OA t-shirt and discounted hoodies


  • Bereavement Grant

    for your family


  • Journey Cover

    protection to and from work

In 2024, the Alliance negotiated its 85th EBA. Some industrial outcomes in 2024 include:

  • 25

    % up front pay rise on offshore construction projects and 38% over the life of the 4-year EBAs

  • 3000

    $ per week pay rise for ESS caterers on non-propelled vessels on offshore construction projects

  • 20

    % up front pay rise for Deck Officers

  • 23

    % upfront pay rise for AGIG Panel Operators

  • 16

    % upfront pay rise for members at Baker Hughes

  • 30,000

    $ per year pay rises on non-propelled dredges

  • 1000

    $ pay rises per week for Fugro Hydrographic Surveyors and Survey Engineers