Application by The Electrotechnology Industry Group Training Company Limited & Macarthur Group Training Limited Trading AS MG My Gateway
Citation: [2026] FWC 2014
What happened
The Employers applied for a single interest employer authorisation under section 248 of the Fair Work Act 2009. They seek to bargain for a proposed multi-enterprise agreement covering their electrical apprentices. The ETU supports the application. The Employers are Registered Group Training Organisations placing apprentices with host companies.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission found that the requirements of section 249 of the Fair Work Act were met. Consequently, the Commission made a single interest employer authorisation for the Employers to bargain for the proposed multi-enterprise agreement. The agreement will cover electrical apprentices and does not involve general building and construction work. A separate order was published alongside this decision detailing the specifics of the authorisation, which is effective from the date of the decision.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to negotiate agreements across multiple entities should ensure they meet the requirements outlined in section 249 of the Fair Work Act. This includes having a valid application and satisfying the conditions listed within that section. The prohibition regarding general building and construction work must also be considered.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the proposed agreement, represented by the ETU, will benefit from collective bargaining for improved terms and conditions of employment. The authorisation allows for negotiations to proceed under a single interest employer framework.
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