Application by Knauf Gypsum Trading AS Knauf Gypsum Pty Ltd
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1686
What happened
Knauf Gypsum Pty Ltd applied for approval of the Knauf Gypsum & CFMMEU Port Melbourne Production & Distribution Employees Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement covers employees and the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU). An error was identified in Schedule 1 regarding the weekly wage rate for Level A employees, which needed correction to $1,669.95 from 1 July 2026. The CFMEU did not dispute this correction.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Knauf Gypsum & CFMMEU Port Melbourne Production & Distribution Employees Enterprise Agreement 2026. A typographical error in Schedule 1 was corrected, increasing the weekly wage rate for Level A employees to $1,669.95 from 1 July 2026. The agreement will operate from 7 July 2026 and expire on 30 June 2030. The CFMEU confirmed their desire for the agreement to cover them.
What it means for employers
Employers should carefully review enterprise agreements before submission to ensure accuracy, particularly wage rates. Thorough proofreading can prevent costly corrections and potential disputes with unions or employees. Identifying and rectifying errors promptly demonstrates good faith during the approval process.
What it means for employees
Employees should be aware of their enterprise agreement's terms and conditions, including wage rates. If discrepancies are found, they should raise concerns with their employer or union representative. This case highlights how agreements can be amended to correct errors.
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