Application by Chubb Fire & Security Pty Ltd Trading AS Chubb Fire Safety
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1692
What happened
Chubb Fire & Security Pty Ltd applied to have its 'Queensland Electronic Security Technicians Enterprise Agreement 2026 - 2029' approved. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering employees. A copy of the Notice of Intention to Bargain (NIB) provided to employees was an older version, missing the word ‘single’. Chubb Fire & Security also provided written undertakings.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the enterprise agreement. The Commissioner considered a technical error in the NIB but deemed it minor and unlikely to disadvantage employees. It also confirmed that any financial detriment from the undertakings would be avoided, and that the National Employment Standards (NES) will prevail where there is an inconsistency between the agreement and those standards. The agreement will operate from 8 July 2026 and expire on 30 June 2029.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements should ensure all documentation, including NIBs, are current and compliant with legislative requirements. Providing clear undertakings can help address potential concerns raised during the approval process.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by this agreement will benefit from the terms outlined in the 'Queensland Electronic Security Technicians Enterprise Agreement 2026 - 2029'. The National Employment Standards (NES) provide a safety net if there are any inconsistencies with the agreement’s terms.
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