Application by APS Industrial Services Pty Ltd
Citation: [2026] FWCA 2141
What happened
APS Industrial Services Pty Ltd applied for approval of a single enterprise agreement, the AMWU & APS Industrial Services Pty Ltd Metal & Engineering On-Site Construction Agreement 2026-2029. The Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing and Kindred Industries Union (AMWU) is the bargaining representative for the agreement and has indicated it wants the agreement to cover them.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the enterprise agreement. Commissioner Redford found that all relevant requirements of sections 186, 187, 188 and 190 of the Fair Work Act 2009 were met. The agreement will come into effect seven days after approval, as per section 54 of the Act.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure they follow all requirements under the Fair Work Act when developing and seeking approval for enterprise agreements. This includes fulfilling obligations outlined in sections 186, 187, 188 and 190.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the agreement will benefit from the terms and conditions negotiated between APS Industrial Services Pty Ltd and the AMWU. The agreement will operate seven days after its approval date.
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