What types of cases will the JIB mediate upon?

As stated above the types of case the JIB will mediate upon are ‘normal’ unfair dismissal claims e.g. Redundancy, Conduct, Capability, Some other substantial reason or constructive dismissal but will not hear cases outside of the norm e.g. sex, race, age discrimination, victimisation, harassment, TUPE etc. The JIB will also mediate upon grievances arising out of the application of the JIB National Working Rules for example as wages, travelling time and travel allowance, lodging allowance, holiday pay etc. In addition the JIB will deal with claims for notice pay, redundancy pay etc., and any other matter by agreement.

What does it cost?

The JIB provides this service free of charge to its employers, employees, apprentices and non-members engaging apprentices as a benefit to the Industry.

If any other body or person wishes to use this facility then this can be arranged if both Parties are in agreement. A fee may be charged for the use of this facility.

Other mediation services

The JIB also provides external mediation via JIB Mediation Services. We have a team of mediation experts who can assist with mediation services outside of the JIB Agreement. The JIB makes a charge for this service and further details are available from the JIB. Organisations interested in this service should initially contact Sheik Khan, Senior National Officer, at the JIB.

The JIB’s external mediators cover areas which the JIB does not e.g. commercial, family, discrimination etc, and can also provide other services such as investigations.