Application for approval of the Australian Steel Mill Services Pty Limited Enterprise Agreement 2026

[1] Australian Steel Mill Services Pty Limited has applied for approval of a single enterprise agreement known as the Australian Steel Mill Services Pty Limited Enterprise Agreement 2026 (the Agreement).

[2] The application for approval of the Agreement was not lodged within 14 days after the Agreement was made in accordance with section 185(3)(a) of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). In the circumstances, I consider it fair to extend the period for making the application based on the explanation provided.

[3] On the papers and having regard to the Statement of Principles,[1] I am satisfied that each of the requirements of ss.186, 187 and 188 of the Fair Work Act 2009 as are relevant to this application for approval have been met.

[4] The Agreement is approved and will operate from 18 December 2025. The nominal expiry date of the Agreement is 1 April 2029.

[5] The Agreement covers the Australian Workers' Union.

[1] Fair Work (Statement of Principles on Genuine Agreement) Instrument 2023.

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