Submission to the Independent Statutory Review of the Fair Work Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022

Releasing its submission to the Albanese Government’s review of the Secure Jobs, Better Pay and Closing Loopholes legislation, Master Builders Australia has highlighted the cumulative impact of certain changes on the building and construction industry. 

The abolition of the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) and the repeal of the Building and Construction Industry (Improving Productivity) Act have caused significant adverse outcomes for the industry. 

The submission also focused on changes to enterprise bargaining and union right of entry provisions. 

The first 18 months following these changes have seen a rapid re-emergence of a range of industry-specific practices, unlawful conduct and unproductive workplace restrictions.