shop-steward
Noun: A "shop-steward" is a trade union official elected by union members in a workplace to represent their interests and negotiate with management on issues such as wages, working conditions, and grievances.
- (The union representative organised a gathering to address workplace safety.)
- (She became the official representative for her section.)
- (Management sought the union representative's input.)
"to act as a shop-steward": to perform the duties of representing union members in a specific workplace.
- He has acted as a shop-steward for over a decade, handling numerous disputes. (He has been a union representative for many years.)
"shop-steward's role": the responsibilities and functions of a shop-steward, including communication between workers and management.
- The shop-steward's role is crucial in maintaining labour relations. (The position is vital for workplace harmony.)
Shop-stewardship (n): the position or duties of a shop-steward.
- She took on shop-stewardship with enthusiasm, tackling unfair practices. (She accepted the role and responsibilities.)
Steward (n): a broader term for a person who manages or looks after something, often used in unions or events.
- The union steward organised the vote. (The union representative arranged the ballot.)
- Union representative: a person who acts on behalf of union members.
- Workplace delegate: an elected member who represents workers in negotiations.
- Labour representative: an official who advocates for employees' rights.
"to be the shop-steward's ear": to informally advise or inform the shop-steward about workplace issues.
- Many workers are the shop-steward's ear, reporting problems discreetly. (Workers provide information to the representative.)
"shop-steward's authority": the power or influence a shop-steward holds within a union or workplace.
- The shop-steward's authority was tested during the strike vote. (The representative's influence was challenged.)