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Form F36: Application for greenfields agreement
This form (F36) is an application for a greenfields agreement issued by the Fair Work Commission. It relates to establishing new workplace arrangements or agreements where no existing precedent exists.
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Form Overview
Fair Work Commission Form F36 - Application for greenfields agreement
This form (F36) is an application for a greenfields agreement issued by the Fair Work Commission. It relates to establishing new workplace arrangements or agreements where no existing precedent exists.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not assume existing agreements cover your unique operational setup; use this form for clarity.
- 2Failing to define the scope of 'greenfields' clearly
- 3Mixing up requirements for enterprise agreements vs. industry awards
- 4Submitting incomplete supporting documentation with the application
- 5Not confirming the correct jurisdictional coverage area on F36
Plain English
If you are setting up a brand-new workplace arrangement, this form helps formalise it with the Fair Work Commission. Think of it as applying for permission to set up a unique agreement that hasn't been done before in your industry or location.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit this when a business is commencing operations or establishing an enterprise structure that does not fit existing agreements.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this if you are creating a brand new workplace arrangement or agreement.
- Select this when no similar agreements currently exist within your industry or business sector.
- It applies specifically to establishing greenfield arrangements, not amending existing ones.
- This is for formal applications of novel industrial relations structures.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Need to adjust an existing agreement
This form addresses changes, not new setups.
✓ Check the Commission's site for variation forms.
Existing Agreement Variation Form (Hypothetical)
Applying for general workplace advice
Use this for questions, not formal agreements.
✓ Do not use F36 if you only need guidance.
General Inquiry/Consultation Request
Seeking a standard award agreement
Awards follow established industry precedents; greenfields deals with novelty.
✓ Confirm the type of industrial instrument needed.
Award Application Form (Hypothetical)
Deadline or filing window
Deadlines are typically event-driven, tied to the commencement date of the new workplace or agreement. Check FWC guidelines immediately upon deciding to proceed.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all parties involved in the new agreement are correctly identified and listed.
- 2Attach a detailed business case outlining why this arrangement is necessary.
- 3Verify that the proposed terms do not contradict existing Fair Work Act provisions.
- 4Confirm payment of any required application fees to the Commission portal.
- 5Proofread the entire document for consistency, spelling, and factual accuracy.
How to file this form
- 1Gather all supporting documentation detailing the new workplace structure.
- 2Complete the F36 form thoroughly using plain language.
- 3Submit the form and attachments via the designated Fair Work Commission online portal.
- 4Save confirmation details (submission ID, date) for your records.
- 5Await acknowledgement or request for further information from the Commission.
Known limitations
- 1This application does not guarantee approval; the Commission must assess its merits.
- 2The outcome is dependent on compliance with all relevant Australian industrial laws.
- 3Submitting this form does not constitute legal advice or an agreement itself.
- 4Failure to provide complete supporting documentation may delay processing.
Field map
Compact field-by-field guide
Applicant
1 items
Full name (and representative, if any), postal address, email, and phone number of the person or organisation lodging the application.
Respondent
1 items
The exact legal name and ABN of the employer or other party the application is made against.
The Matter
2 items
Identify the kind of matter — for example, unfair dismissal, general protections, or an agreement application.
A clear description of what happened, relevant dates, and the outcome you are seeking.
Dates
1 items
Relevant dates such as the date of dismissal or the date the issue arose — these determine whether you are within time.
Supporting
1 items
Any documents that support your application, such as letters, contracts, or notices.
Declaration
1 items
Sign and date the form. Applications may also require a fee or an application for a fee waiver.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->Check the Fair Work Commission website for the latest version and submission guidelines. The F36 is used to apply for a greenfields agreement when establishing new workplace arrangements.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Review changes to required supporting evidence for novel agreements.
- Check updated procedural requirements from the Fair Work Commission portal.
- Verify any recent amendments regarding scope or eligibility criteria for 'greenfield' status.
- Confirm if digital submission methods (e.g., myGov integration) have changed.
Quick Facts
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Sources
- SRCAgency: Fair Work Commission
- SRCForm Number: F36
- SRCPurpose: Application for greenfields agreement
- SRCContext: Establishing new workplace arrangements with no existing precedent
- SRCSource reliability: Based on form name and agency context
- SRCDisclaimer: not confirmed in official source regarding specific process details
Common confusion points
Confusing 'greenfields' (novelty) with simple variations to existing agreements.
Assuming that simply writing a contract is enough; formal application through the Commission is required.
Believing the form covers all legal aspects, ignoring mandatory compliance checks against federal law.
Not understanding that the Commission determines if an agreement structure is viable.
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