Application by The Australian Licenced Aircraft Engineers Association (107N)
Citation: [2026] FWC 3258
What happened
The Australian Licenced Aircraft Engineers Association (ALAEA) applied for a protected action ballot order for employees of Network Turbine Solutions Pty Ltd T/A Network Aviation. The application was made under section 437 of the Fair Work Act 2009. Network Aviation did not object to the application. The ALAEA stated it had been attempting to reach an agreement with the employer. The ballot will be conducted by Vero Engagement & Voting Solutions Pty Ltd.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission granted the application for a protected action ballot order. The Commission was satisfied that the requirements of section 443(1) of the Fair Work Act 2009 were met. Vero Engagement & Voting Solutions Pty Ltd was approved to conduct the ballot, with voting to close on 10 September 2026. A compulsory conciliation conference will be held under section 448A(1) of the Act to facilitate negotiations.
What it means for employers
Employers should be aware of the requirements for bargaining with unions and the process for protected action ballots. Failure to engage constructively in bargaining can lead to applications for ballots, potentially disrupting operations.
What it means for employees
Employees should be aware of their right to engage in protected industrial action through a ballot process. The union has secured a ballot, allowing employees to vote on whether to take protected action.
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