Application by Furmanite Australia Pty Ltd
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1690
What happened
Furmanite Australia Pty Ltd applied for approval of the TEAM Industrial Services Australia Enterprise Agreement 2025-2028. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement and replaces a previous one that was terminated on July 2, 2026. It does not cover all employees but the group covered was fairly chosen.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the TEAM Industrial Services Australia Enterprise Agreement 2025-2028. The agreement will operate from July 9, 2026, and expire on July 1, 2029. The Commissioner made the decision.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements must ensure they meet all requirements of the Fair Work Act, including fair selection of employees covered by the agreement. The Commission will consider whether a group of employees was fairly chosen even if not all employees are included.
What it means for employees
Employees should be aware of their rights under approved enterprise agreements. This agreement replaces a previous one and outlines terms and conditions of employment for those covered until July 1, 2029.
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