Application by Atlas Copco Australia Pty Limited
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1674
What happened
Atlas Copco Australia Pty Limited applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of its enterprise agreement, the Atlas Copco Australia Pty Limited (Perth) Collective Agreement 2025. The company provided written undertakings as part of the application. Bargaining representatives were consulted and did not object to the undertakings.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Atlas Copco Australia Pty Limited (Perth) Collective Agreement 2025. The agreement will operate from July 6, 2026, and expire on June 29, 2029. The Commissioner was satisfied that the undertakings would not cause financial detriment to employees or result in substantial changes to the agreement, and that all relevant requirements of the Fair Work Act were met.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking approval for enterprise agreements should be prepared to provide written undertakings and consult with bargaining representatives. Any proposed undertakings must not cause financial detriment to employees or lead to significant alterations within the agreement’s terms.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the Atlas Copco Australia Pty Limited (Perth) Collective Agreement 2025 will see changes to their working conditions from July 6, 2026. The agreement is in effect until June 29, 2029.
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