Application by Fulton Hogan Industries Pty Limited
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1603
What happened
Fulton Hogan Industries Pty Limited sought approval for a new enterprise agreement, the Fulton Hogan Regional Infrastructure Services Agreement 2025. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering employees in the asphalt industry. The Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) indicated it wished to be covered by the agreement. Fulton Hogan provided written undertakings as part of its application.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Fulton Hogan Regional Infrastructure Services Agreement 2025. the Commissioner was satisfied that all relevant requirements under sections 186, 187, 188 and 190 of the Fair Work Act were met. The agreement will operate from June 29, 2026, and expire on September 27, 2028. The AWU is covered by the agreement.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements should be prepared to provide written undertakings if necessary. These undertakings must not cause financial detriment to employees or result in substantial changes to the agreement’s terms. They become legally binding terms of the agreement.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the Fulton Hogan Regional Infrastructure Services Agreement 2025 will have their employment conditions governed by this agreement. The Australian Workers' Union is also covered under this agreement.
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