Application by Furmanite Australia Pty Ltd T/A TEAM Industrial Services Australia
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1709
What happened
Furmanite Australia Pty Ltd, trading as TEAM Industrial Services Australia, applied to the Fair Work Commission to terminate their existing enterprise agreement, the TEAM Industrial Services Australia Enterprise Agreement 2022–2025. The company has a new agreement in place, the TEAM Industrial Services Australia Enterprise Agreement 2025–2028. This new agreement includes corrections and wage increases until 2028. A statutory declaration from the HR Manager supported the application.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the termination of the TEAM Industrial Services Australia Enterprise Agreement 2022–2025. The Commissioner was satisfied that all requirements under the Fair Work Act were met, including employee consultation and agreement to the termination via a majority vote. No employee organisations were covered by the agreement. The termination will take effect from July 8, 2026.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to replace an enterprise agreement must ensure they comply with all requirements of the Fair Work Act, including providing employees with opportunities to decide and obtaining their agreement through a vote. A statutory declaration confirming compliance is required.
What it means for employees
Employees should be aware of the process for terminating and replacing enterprise agreements. They have the right to be consulted and to participate in any vote regarding termination.
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