Section 792 — Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth)

Delegation by Minister

(1) The Minister may, in writing, delegate all or any of his or her functions or powers under this Act (except under section 32A) to:

(a) the Secretary of the Department; or

(b) an SES employee, or acting SES employee, in the Department.

(2) In performing functions or exercising powers under a delegation, the delegate must comply with any directions of the Minister.

Note: See also sections 34AA and 34AB of the Acts Interpretation Act 1901.

Sourced from the Federal Register of Legislation at 17 May 2026. For the latest information on Australian Government law please go to https://www.legislation.gov.au. Verify the current text against the official source before relying on it.

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