NSW enterprise agreements can be made for a group(s) of employees engaged in similar types of work in a particular organisation. The terms of the agreement can cover some, or all, of their employment conditions.
NSW enterprise agreements are subject to a 'no net detriment' test. This is applied by the Commission and ensures that your overall package of pay and conditions is not less than in previous arrangements.
The terms of the agreement override any award provisions relating to similar issues however the agreement must comply with all NSW laws relating to employees' minimum rights.
Every enterprise agreement has to be in writing and signed by or on behalf of the parties (employers and employees) to the agreement. You cannot be forced to sign an agreement, although you will be covered by that agreement if a majority of employees covered voted for the agreement in a secret ballot.
A NSW enterprise agreement is not enforceable unless it has been approved by the NSW Industrial Relations Commission.
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