Maritime Union of Australia, The v Transdev Brisbane Ferries Pty Ltd

[2015] FWC 6989

[2015] FWC 6989

FAIR WORK COMMISSION

DECISION

Fair Work Act 2009
s.437—Protected action

Maritime Union of Australia, The
v
Transdev Brisbane Ferries Pty Ltd
(B2015/1443)

COMMISSIONER SIMPSON BRISBANE, 12 OCTOBER 2015

Proposed protected action ballot of employees of Transdev Brisbane Ferries Pty Ltd.

[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 MUA). The MUA seeks a protected action ballot order in relation to certain employees of Transdev Brisbane Ferries Pty Ltd (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, PR572780, based on the draft provided by the MUA, will be issued with this decision.

COMMISSIONER

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