Application by T.D. Kerr Electrical Pty Ltd
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1879
What happened
T.D. Kerr Electrical Pty Ltd, an electrical contracting business, sought approval for a single enterprise agreement called the T.D. Kerr Electrical Pty Ltd Single Enterprise Agreement 2026. The company provided a written undertaking to the Fair Work Commission. A representative for employees was consulted regarding this undertaking.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the T.D. Kerr Electrical Pty Ltd Single Enterprise Agreement 2026. Commissioner Sloan accepted the company’s written undertaking, deeming it a term of the agreement. The agreement will be effective from July 27, 2026, and expire on July 20, 2030. As stated in paragraph [3], 'I am satisfied that each of the requirements...have been met.'
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement single enterprise agreements must provide undertakings to address potential financial detriment to employees or substantial changes to terms and conditions. Consultation with employee representatives is also required.
What it means for employees
Employees should be aware of their right to have their views considered when an employer seeks approval for a single enterprise agreement. The undertaking provided by the company becomes a binding term of the agreement.
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