AG2026/1520 - Core Roll Surface Technologies Pty Ltd
At a glance
- MA000213
What happened
Core Roll Surface Technologies Pty Ltd sought approval for an enterprise agreement, named Core/CORE/RST – The Australian Workers’ Union (Western Port) Agreement 2026 - 2029. The Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) indicated it wished to be covered by the agreement. The Fair Work Commission considered whether the agreement met all requirements under the Fair Work Act 2009.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the enterprise agreement. It noted a potential inconsistency between clause 19.1 regarding public holidays and the National Employment Standards (NES). However, it confirmed that the more beneficial entitlements of the NES would prevail in such cases. A workplace delegates’ rights term from another award was incorporated into the agreement. The agreement will operate from the first Core/RST pay period commencing at least 7 days after approval, expiring on June 30, 2029.
What it means for employers
Employers should carefully review enterprise agreements to ensure consistency with the National Employment Standards (NES). Where inconsistencies exist, the more beneficial entitlements of the NES will apply. Employers also need to be aware that terms from other awards can be incorporated into enterprise agreements.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by this agreement are entitled to the benefits outlined in the Core/CORE/RST – The Australian Workers’ Union (Western Port) Agreement 2026 - 2029. If there's a conflict with the National Employment Standards, the NES entitlements will apply.
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