the Applicant v Qantas Airways Limited
Citation: [2026] FWC 1911
What happened
the Applicant brought a claim against Qantas Airways Limited. The dispute concerned his classification and rate of pay. The Fair Work Commission considered whether the matter arose under an enterprise agreement. The relevant enterprise agreements had ceased to operate.
What was decided
the Commissioner heard the case. The decision addresses whether the dispute relates to a ceased enterprise agreement. The full reasoning and outcome are detailed in the document. The document states, 'where relevant enterprise agreements ceased to operate'.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure they are aware of when enterprise agreements cease operating and how this impacts employee classifications and pay rates.
What it means for employees
Employees should understand their rights and entitlements, particularly when enterprise agreements are no longer in effect.
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This summary was drafted from the published decision and reviewed before publishing. It is general information, not legal advice. For your specific situation, speak to the Fair Work Ombudsman (13 13 94) or a qualified lawyer. About these summaries & corrections →