Application by Atco Structures & Logistics Pty Ltd
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1970
What happened
Atco Structures & Logistics Pty Ltd applied to have its 'ATCO Structures & Logistics Pty Ltd (Victoria) Yard Enterprise Agreement 2025' approved. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement and does not cover all employees of the company. The application was made under section 185 of the Fair Work Act 2009.
What was decided
The Commissioner approved the ATCO Structures & Logistics Pty Ltd (Victoria) Yard Enterprise Agreement 2025. The Commission found that all relevant requirements of sections 186, 187, 188, 193 and 193A of the Fair Work Act were met. The agreement will operate from July 31, 2026, and expire on August 31, 2028.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements must ensure they comply with all relevant sections of the Fair Work Act, including those relating to employee coverage and fair group selection. Agreements do not need to cover all employees to be approved.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the ATCO Structures & Logistics Pty Ltd (Victoria) Yard Enterprise Agreement 2025 will have their terms and conditions of employment governed by this agreement from July 31, 2026. The agreement expires on August 31, 2028.
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