Application by Mining and Energy Union re Boggabri Coal Mine

The Mining and Energy Union lodged an application for a regulated labour hire arrangement order in relation to work performed for Boggabri Coal Operations Pty Ltd at the Boggabri Coal Mine. The application was in respect of FES Coal Pty Ltd and was not opposed by any party. The primary dispute was over the form of the order to be made. The application was determined by the Fair Work Commission on the papers provided. The Commission was required to consider whether a regulated labour hire arrangement order should be made and, if so, what form it should take.

The Fair Work Commission considered the evidence and submissions presented. It noted that a regulated labour hire arrangement order was not contested, as all parties agreed that such an order was necessary. The main issue was the specific terms and conditions that should be included in the order. The Commission examined the evidence regarding the nature of the work performed, the employment conditions of the workers, and the legal framework applicable to labour hire arrangements. It took into account the need to ensure fair and equitable conditions for workers in the industry.

After considering the evidence and submissions, the Fair Work Commission made a regulated labour hire arrangement order. The order specified the terms and conditions that would govern the labour hire arrangement between FES Coal Pty Ltd and Boggabri Coal Operations Pty Ltd. The Commission determined that the order should include provisions to ensure the protection of workers' rights, including provisions for wages, hours of work, and other employment conditions. The Commission concluded that the order made was appropriate to address the dispute and ensure fair treatment of the workers involved.

The Fair Work Commission made a regulated labour hire arrangement order that specified the terms and conditions governing the labour hire arrangement. The order included provisions to protect the rights of workers, including provisions for wages, hours of work, and other employment conditions. The order was made in light of the evidence and submissions presented and was intended to ensure fair and equitable treatment of the workers involved in the labour hire arrangement.