Last Updated on September 21, 2023 by ufiling
NUMSA (National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa) is a trade union based in South Africa that represents workers in various sectors of the economy, primarily in the metal and engineering industries. As one of the largest trade unions in the country, NUMSA’s membership includes a diverse range of workers. Here are some of the groups that fall under NUMSA:
- Metalworkers: NUMSA’s core constituency consists of metalworkers engaged in manufacturing, engineering, and related industries. This includes skilled and unskilled workers involved in activities such as metal fabrication, welding, machining, toolmaking, and assembly work.
- Auto Workers: NUMSA also represents workers in the automotive sector, including those employed in automobile manufacturing plants, parts suppliers, and related industries. This covers a wide range of job categories such as assembly line workers, technicians, and support staff.
- Engineering Workers: The union represents workers in the broader engineering sector, which encompasses fields like civil engineering, electrical engineering, construction, and infrastructure development. This includes workers involved in building construction, maintenance, and infrastructure projects.
- Mining and Energy Workers: NUMSA extends its representation to workers in the mining and energy sectors. This includes miners, drillers, operators, and technicians involved in extracting and processing minerals, as well as workers in the energy industry, including power generation and distribution.
- Allied Industries: NUMSA also represents workers in various allied industries associated with metalworking and engineering. This may include workers in sectors such as foundries, metal casting, forging, sheet metal work, and related activities.
It’s important to note that while the above groups form the core of NUMSA’s membership, the union is known for its inclusive approach and has a history of organizing workers from diverse sectors. Therefore, in addition to the specific categories mentioned, NUMSA may also represent workers from other industries or sectors not explicitly listed here if they share a common interest in terms of employment conditions, collective bargaining, and workers’ rights.