Application by GT & JA Jones Engineering Pty Ltd Trading AS GT & JA Jones Engineering
Citation: [2026] FWCA 2181
What happened
GT & JA Jones Engineering Pty Ltd sought approval for the AMWU & GT & JA Jones Pty Ltd Metals Labour Hire Agreement 2026-2029. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering employees in the building, metal and civil construction industries. The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) indicated it wished the agreement to cover them. The company applied for approval under section 185 of the Fair Work Act 2009.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the AMWU & GT & JA Jones Pty Ltd Metals Labour Hire Agreement 2026-2029. The Commission found the agreement met the requirements of sections 186, 187 and 188 of the Fair Work Act. A model flexibility term was deemed to be included under section 202(4) of the Act. The agreement will operate from 21 August 2026 and expire on 30 June 2029. The AMWU is covered by the agreement.
What it means for employers
Employers entering into enterprise agreements must ensure they comply with all relevant sections of the Fair Work Act, including those relating to flexibility terms. The Commission will apply the model flexibility term if a specific term is missing.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the agreement will benefit from the terms and conditions outlined in the AMWU & GT & JA Jones Pty Ltd Metals Labour Hire Agreement 2026-2029. The AMWU is covered by the agreement.
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