Application by Roadrunner Engineering Pty Ltd
Citation: [2026] FWCA 2052
At a glance
- Awards cited
- MA000812
What happened
Roadrunner Engineering Pty Ltd, a company in the building and construction industry operating in Victoria, sought approval for an enterprise agreement with the Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU). The agreement, titled 'AMWU & Roadrunner Engineering Pty Ltd Metal & Engineering On-Site Construction Agreement 2026 - 2029', covers employees working on construction projects. It incorporates a model delegates’ rights term from the Building and Construction General On-Site Award 2020.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the enterprise agreement between Roadrunner Engineering Pty Ltd and the AMWU. The Commissioner found that all relevant requirements of sections 186, 187, and 188 of the Fair Work Act 2009 were met. Any inconsistencies between the agreement and the National Employment Standards (NES) will be resolved in favour of the NES. The agreement will take effect from August 7, 2026, and expire on June 30, 2029.
What it means for employers
Employers entering into enterprise agreements must ensure they comply with sections 186, 187, and 188 of the Fair Work Act. They should also be aware that the National Employment Standards will take precedence in cases of inconsistency within the agreement.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by this agreement will benefit from the terms negotiated between Roadrunner Engineering Pty Ltd and the AMWU. The National Employment Standards provide a safety net, ensuring employees receive at least those minimum entitlements even if there is a conflict with the enterprise agreement.
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