Application by Spective Group Pty Ltd Trading AS Spective Group
What happened
Spective Group Pty Ltd, trading as Spective Group, applied for approval of the Spective Group Pty Ltd T/As Spective Group and the TFTU Enterprise Agreement 2026-2030. The Timber, Furnishing and Textiles Union (TFTU) is the bargaining representative and supports the agreement's approval. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement and does not cover all employees, but the group of employees was fairly chosen. The TFTU has notified its intention to be covered by the agreement.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Spective Group Pty Ltd T/As Spective Group and the TFTU Enterprise Agreement 2026-2030 on 24 August 2026. The Commission was satisfied that the requirements of sections 186, 187, and 188 of the Fair Work Act 2009 were met. The 'better off overall test' was also considered. The TFTU, as a bargaining representative, will be covered by the agreement.
What it means for employers
the Respondent seeking to implement enterprise agreements must ensure they meet all requirements of the Fair Work Act, including sections 186, 187, and 188. They must also consider the 'better off overall test' and fairly choose the group of employees covered by the agreement.
What it means for employees
the Applicant should be aware of the terms and conditions outlined in the Spective Group Pty Ltd T/As Spective Group and the TFTU Enterprise Agreement 2026-2030, particularly if they are covered by the agreement. The TFTU will also be covered by the agreement.
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