Application by Macneil Group Pty. Ltd. Trading AS Macneil Group
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1995
What happened
Macneil Group Pty Ltd, trading as Macneil Group, applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of its enterprise agreement, the Macneil Group Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement covers a single workplace and applies to the building, metal and civil construction industries.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Macneil Group Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement 2026. the Commissioner found that all relevant requirements of sections 186, 187 and 188 of the Fair Work Act 2009 were met. The agreement will be effective from August 4, 2026, and expire on June 30, 2029.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements must ensure they comply with sections 186, 187 and 188 of the Fair Work Act. This includes meeting all requirements for approval before the agreement can operate legally.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the Macneil Group Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement 2026 will have their terms and conditions of employment governed by this approved agreement from August 4, 2026 until June 30, 2029. They should review the details of the agreement to understand their rights and obligations.
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