Application by BDS Civil Pty Ltd Trading AS BDS Civil & Consttruction
Citation: [2026] FWCA 2029
What happened
BDS Civil Pty Ltd, trading as BDS Civil & Construction, sought approval for a single enterprise agreement called the BDS Civil & RTBU Rail Asset Enterprise Agreement 2026. The Australian Rail, Tram and Bus Industry Union (ARTBIU) acted as the bargaining representative. The union notified the Fair Work Commission of its desire for the agreement to cover it.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the BDS Civil & RTBU Rail Asset Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement will be effective from August 6, 2026, and expire on July 30, 2029. The Commission confirmed that all relevant requirements under sections 186, 187, and 188 of the Fair Work Act were met.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure they follow the correct procedures when negotiating and seeking approval for enterprise agreements, including fulfilling requirements outlined in sections 186, 187, and 188 of the Fair Work Act. They also need to consider union notification regarding coverage.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the agreement will benefit from the terms and conditions negotiated within the BDS Civil & RTBU Rail Asset Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement is legally binding from August 6, 2026.
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