Application by Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Services Union of Australia (128V)
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1955
What happened
The Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Services Union of Australia (CEPU) applied for approval of the Omalley Commissioning Services Pty Ltd and CEPU – Plumbing Division (Vic) Plumbing Enterprise Agreement 2024 – 2027. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering employees of Omalley Commissioning Services Pty Ltd. A procedural error occurred with the notice of employee representational rights, but it was deemed minor.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the enterprise agreement on July 24, 2026. The Deputy President found that while a technical error existed in the notice to employees, it did not disadvantage them and the agreement was genuinely agreed upon. The CEPU is also covered by the agreement as required by law.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure all notices provided to employees regarding enterprise agreements adhere strictly to the prescribed form. While minor errors may be overlooked, consistent compliance reduces the risk of delays or rejection during approval processes.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by this agreement now have a legally binding workplace agreement in place with Omalley Commissioning Services Pty Ltd, negotiated through the CEPU. It is important to review the terms and conditions outlined within the agreement.
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