HR & Leave
NJC
National Joint Council
In plain English
A forum where the employer and bargaining agents jointly develop directives that usually form part of collective agreements.
Where you’ll see it
Travel, relocation, isolated posts, workplace health and safety.
Example
“That's an NJC directive.”
It was co-developed with the unions and likely carries grievance rights.
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