Application for approval of the Visy Logistics (Shepparton Warehouse and Local) Enterprise Agreement 2024

[1] An application has been made for approval of an enterprise agreement known as the Visy Logistics (Shepparton Warehouse and Local) Enterprise Agreement 2024 (the Agreement). The application was made pursuant to s.185 of the Fair Work Act 2009 (the Act). It has been made by Visy Logistics No 2 Pty Ltd T/A Visy Logistics. The Agreement is a single enterprise agreement.

[1] I am satisfied that each of the requirements of ss.186, 187 and 188 as are relevant to this application for approval have been met.

[2] The Transport Workers Union of Australia (NSW/Queensland/Vic/Tas Interim Govt Branch) being a bargaining representative for the Agreement, has given notice under s.183 of the Act that it wants the Agreement to cover it. In accordance with s.201(2) I note that the Agreement covers the organisation.

[3] I observe that Clause 29.4 of the Agreement, which requires an employee to notify an absence to their Supervisor/Manager prior to the commencement of a shift, is likely to be inconsistent with the National Employment Standards (NES). However, noting clause 3 of the Agreement, I am satisfied the more beneficial entitlements of the NES will prevail where there is an inconsistency between the Agreement and the NES.

[4] The Agreement is approved and, in accordance with s.54 of the Act, will operate from 24 October 2025. The nominal expiry date of the Agreement is 31 October 2027.

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