Application by McElligotts (Vic) Pty Ltd
What happened
McElligotts (Vic) Pty Ltd, a manufacturing company, applied for approval of a new enterprise agreement, the Maintenance Industrial Services Agreement 2026–2029. The agreement covers employees in the building, metal and civil construction industries. The Fair Work Commission was considering the application. The agreement expires on June 30, 2029.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission has not yet made a decision on the application for approval of the Maintenance Industrial Services Agreement 2026–2029. The document is a decision [2026] FWCA 1141, published on May 12, 2026. The Commission was considering the application for approval.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements should ensure they comply with all relevant Fair Work legislation and regulations. Agreements must be carefully drafted and considered by the Fair Work Commission.
What it means for employees
Employees should review any proposed enterprise agreement to understand its terms and conditions, and how it affects their pay and working conditions. They can raise concerns during the approval process.
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