Maritime Union of Australia, The v Australian Port Services Pty Ltd Qld

[2016] FWC 6383

[2016] FWC 6383

FAIR WORK COMMISSION

DECISION

Fair Work Act 2009
s.437 - Application for a protected action ballot order

Maritime Union of Australia, The
v
Australian Port Services Pty Ltd Qld
(B2016/964)

COMMISSIONER SIMPSON BRISBANE, 7 SEPTEMBER 2016

Proposed protected action ballot of employees of Australian Port Services Pty Ltd Qld.

[1] This decision concerns an application made pursuant to s.437 of the Fair Work Act 2009 (the Act) by The Maritime Union of Australia. The Maritime Union of Australia seeks a protected action ballot order in relation to certain employees of Australian Port Services Pty Ltd Qld. (the Employer).

[2] The Employer has advised that it does not oppose the application.

[3] In the circumstances I have decided to determine the matter on the papers as I am satisfied it is not necessary to hold a hearing.

[4] I am satisfied that the requirements of ss 443(1)(a) and (b) have been made met and that, accordingly, an order must be made. An order, PR585095, based on the draft provided by The Maritime Union of Australia, will be issued with this decision.

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