Application by Agilent Technologies Australia (M) Pty Ltd
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1689
What happened
Agilent Technologies Australia (M) Pty Ltd sought approval for its Agilent Technologies Australia (M) Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering employees in manufacturing and associated industries. The Australian Manufacturing Workers Union (AMWU) notified the Fair Work Commission of its desire for the agreement to cover it.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Agilent Technologies Australia (M) Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement 2026, noting that all relevant requirements under sections 186, 187 and 188 of the Fair Work Act 2009 were met. The agreement will be effective from July 7, 2026, and expire on March 31, 2029. As stated in paragraph [4], 'The Agreement is approved...and will operate from 7 July 2026.'
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements must ensure they comply with sections 186, 187 and 188 of the Fair Work Act. This includes fulfilling all requirements for approval.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the Agilent Technologies Australia (M) Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement 2026 will have their terms and conditions of employment governed by this agreement from July 7, 2026 until March 31, 2029. The AMWU is a bargaining representative for the agreement.
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