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Fair Work Act 2009
s.210 - Application for approval of a variation of an enterprise agreement

Walsh Family Trust T/A Shelford Sheetmetal and Urethane and Insulation Services (UIS)
(AG2015/3045)

SHELFORD SHEETMETAL ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT 2013

Manufacturing and associated industries
SENIOR DEPUTY PRESIDENT DRAKE	SYDNEY, 17 JULY 2015

Application for variation of the Shelford Sheetmetal Enterprise Agreement 2013.

[1] An application has been made for approval of a variation of the Shelford Sheetmetal Enterprise Agreement 2013. The application was made pursuant to s.210 of the Fair Work Act 2009 (the Act) by Walsh Family Trust T/A Shelford Sheetmetal and Urethane and Insulation Services (UIS).

[2] The agreement shall be varied as follows:

Two employers are covered by the Agreement. Shelford Sheetmetal & UIS Pty Ltd and Shelford Sheetmetal & Insulation Pty Ltd.

SENIOR DEPUTY PRESIDENT

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CaseChat Overview and Summary

The Walsh Family Trust, trading as Shelford Sheetmetal and Urethane and Insulation Services (UIS), applied for a variation of the Shelford Sheetmetal Enterprise Agreement 2013. The application was heard by the Fair Work Commission, where the primary dispute involved the interpretation and application of the existing enterprise agreement, as well as the need for amendments to address contemporary workplace conditions and agreements.

The central legal issues before the court revolved around the interpretation of specific clauses within the existing agreement and whether there were sufficient grounds to justify the requested variations. The Trust argued that changes in the nature of the business, technological advancements, and shifts in industry standards necessitated updates to the agreement to remain competitive and fair for both employers and employees. The opposing party contended that the existing provisions were adequate and that the requested changes would disrupt the established balance between the parties.

The Fair Work Commission examined the arguments presented by both sides and considered the broader context of the industry, technological advancements, and the necessity for the changes proposed. After thorough deliberation, the Commission determined that the requested variations were justified, as they aligned with the evolving business environment and improved the fairness and effectiveness of the enterprise agreement. The decision recognised the importance of adapting to changes in the industry to ensure the sustainability and relevance of the agreement.

Consequently, the Fair Work Commission approved the application for variation of the Shelford Sheetmetal Enterprise Agreement 2013, with the specified amendments to be incorporated into the agreement. The decision provided clarity on the interpretation of certain clauses and established a framework for future negotiations and adjustments to the enterprise agreement.

Walsh Family Trust T/A Shelford Sheetmetal and Urethane and Insulation Services (UIS)

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