Approximately 200 frontline workers, who are responsible for waste management, as well as cleaning, security, landscaping, postal services and laundry, are based at what GMB claims is one of Europe’s most hazardous nuclear facilities.
GMB has said that the offer would leave many workers earning “little more than £13 an hour”.
Last year, Mitie reported operating profits of £166 million, up 42% from the previous year, £5.09 billion in revenue and CEO pay of £14.7 million – 575 times the average worker’s salary.
A two-week strike is now set to begin on 1 August affecting operations at Sellafield and associated sites.
‘Significant disruption’
Fran Robson, GMB Regional Organiser, added: “Without these workers, Sellafield cannot operate safely or securely.
“If Mitie refuses to return to the negotiation table with a meaningful offer, strike action will go ahead, risking significant disruption to this critical nuclear site.
“We call on Mitie to provide a pay rise that genuinely recognises the essential contribution of these workers.”
