Being a member of the Collieries’ Staff and Officials Association (CSOA) means that you are part of an organisation which protects and improve wages, working conditions and your rights at work.


By joining the CSOA you have:

  • Access to our Legal Defence Fund for your legal protection if there is an incident or accident at the mine;
  • The opportunity to work with other members and Reps to improve pay and conditions at your site
  • Access to expert legal and industrial representation
  • Access to Coal Workers Compensation specialists when making a claim;
  • Access to solicitors for non-work matters;
  • And heaps of union member-only discounts courtesy of Member Advantage

CSOA membership is tax deductible however the membership category of ‘Deputy/OCE/Mining Supervisor’ makes an additional contribution to the member assistance fund.
This additional contribution may not be tax deductible or may not be tax deductible in full.
You may wish to take your own tax advice in this regard and for your particular circumstances.
Our member-only benefits and discounts can also save you money.  Join today.