Application by Sage Automation Pty Ltd
Citation: [2026] FWCA 2337
At a glance
- Awards cited
- MA000117
What happened
Sage Automation Pty Ltd, an employer in the electrical contracting industry, sought approval for the SAGE Automation Site Services Single Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement incorporates clause 26A of the Electrical, Electronic and Communications Contracting Award 2020 into its Workplace Delegates Rights provision. The application was made under section 185 of the Fair Work Act 2009.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the SAGE Automation Site Services Single Enterprise Agreement 2026. the Commissioner found that the requirements of sections 186, 187, and 188 of the Fair Work Act 2009 were met. The agreement will be effective from September 3, 2026, and expire on June 30, 2029.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement single enterprise agreements must ensure compliance with sections 186, 187, and 188 of the Fair Work Act 2009. Agreements can incorporate terms from existing awards, like in this case with clause 26A.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the SAGE Automation Site Services Single Enterprise Agreement 2026 will benefit from the terms outlined in the agreement, including those derived from the Electrical, Electronic and Communications Contracting Award 2020. The agreement is in effect from September 3, 2026.
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