Qantas says it has not changed its timetable to lay-off up to 5000 workers despite union claims a month's reprieve had been won for some staff.
Australian Services Union (ASU) NSW/ACT secretary Sally McManus said on Wednesday the airline's agreement to delay sackings until April 14 will give a "small amount of dignity" to the workforce.
She described talks between the airline and the union before the Fair Work Commission on Wednesday as "tough" but said the delay was unlikely to save jobs long term.
But Qantas says the timeframes for lay-offs have not changed.
An airline spokeswoman said the FWC hearing on Wednesday only applied to Sydney International Terminal (SIT) ASU employees.
There are about 230 full time employees at SIT who are eligible to apply for a voluntary redundancy package or convert to a part-time role.
The changes were to better align staffing levels with peak periods at the airport, the spokeswoman said.
"We will continue to consult with our employees and the NSW branch of the ASU throughout this process.
"While the timeframe has not altered, we have agreed to provide greater detail on timings to our employees."
The spokeswoman said Qantas would continue to consult with all unions on matters relevant to their members.
The airline's proposed sacking of up to 5000 workers is scheduled to take place over the next three years.
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