Application by CFMEU (105N)
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1364
What happened
The CFMEU (Victorian Construction and General Division) applied to the Fair Work Commission under section 185 of the Fair Work Act for approval of a single-enterprise agreement covering FTW Crane Hire Pty Ltd. The agreement, titled the FTW Crane Hire Pty Ltd and the CFMEU (Victorian Construction and General Division) Mobile Crane Hiring Industry Enterprise Agreement 2024–2027, was lodged as case AG2026/1093. The matter came before Deputy President Bell for approval.
What was decided
Deputy President Bell approved the enterprise agreement on 26 May 2026. The agreement is listed as a single-enterprise bridging period agreement with an expiry date of 2 July 2027. The decision is recorded as [2026] FWCA 1364. The source material does not provide detailed reasoning beyond the approval and classification of the agreement.
What it means for employers
Employers in the mobile crane hiring industry in Victoria should be aware that a new enterprise agreement now governs employment conditions at FTW Crane Hire Pty Ltd. The agreement operates until 2 July 2027. Employers in similar sectors should ensure their own agreements remain current and compliant with Fair Work Act approval requirements.
What it means for employees
Employees of FTW Crane Hire Pty Ltd covered by this agreement now have their terms and conditions set by the approved enterprise agreement until 2 July 2027. Employees should obtain a copy of the agreement from their employer or the Fair Work Commission to understand their entitlements.
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