Application by Bridgewest Perth Pharma Pty Ltd Trading AS Biocina Perth
Citation: [2026] FWCA 2409
What happened
Bridgewest Perth Pharma Pty Ltd, trading as Biocina Perth, applied for approval of the BioCina Perth General Agreement 2026. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering some, but not all, employees. A minor discrepancy existed between the agreement title on the Notice of Employee Representational Rights and the title clause within the agreement itself. The agreement initially lacked specific rates of pay, but the employer provided minimum rates for analysis. The Association of Professional Engineers, Scientists and Managers, Australia is a bargaining representative for the agreement.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the BioCina Perth General Agreement 2026. The Commission found a minor discrepancy in the agreement's title did not disadvantage employees. It also noted the absence of rates of pay was addressed with the provision of minimum rates. The agreement will operate from September 9, 2026, and expire on June 30, 2027. The Commission considered the requirements of sections 186, 187 and 188 of the Fair Work Act 2009.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure consistency in documentation, particularly when titles are used on notices to employees. While minor discrepancies can be overlooked, clarity is crucial. Providing data on minimum rates is important when agreements initially lack specific pay rates.
What it means for employees
Employees should review enterprise agreements carefully. Any discrepancies in titles or a lack of clarity regarding pay rates should be raised with the employer and their union representative.
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