Application by Rawsons Electrical Pty Ltd
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1925
At a glance
- Awards cited
- MA000173
What happened
Rawsons Electrical Pty Ltd, an electrical contracting company, sought approval for its Rawsons Electrical Pty Ltd Single Enterprise Agreement 2026. The application was made under the Fair Work Act 2009. The agreement includes several written undertakings from the employer. It is a single enterprise agreement covering employees of the company.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Rawsons Electrical Pty Ltd Single Enterprise Agreement 2026, subject to certain undertakings. the Commissioner noted inconsistencies between some clauses in the agreement and the National Employment Standards (NES) and the Electrical, Electronic and Communications Contracting Award 2020. However, the Commission stated that the more beneficial entitlements of the NES and award would prevail where there was an inconsistency. The agreement will operate from August 4, 2026, and expire on July 28, 2030.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure enterprise agreements align with the National Employment Standards (NES) and relevant modern awards. Clauses that appear inconsistent may be overridden by more beneficial entitlements in those instruments. Written undertakings can be used to address concerns raised during approval processes.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by this agreement benefit from the protections of the NES and Electrical, Electronic and Communications Contracting Award 2020 where the enterprise agreement is less favourable. The delegates’ rights term will be governed by the award's terms.
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