Animal Care & Vet Award Pay Rates 2025–26
Rates effective 1 July 2025 · MA000118
Current hourly pay rates under the Animal Care & Vet Award, effective from 1 July 2025. Casual rates include the 25% casual loading.
Vet Support
| Classification | FT/PT Hourly | Casual Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Support — Introductory | $24.28/hr | $30.35/hr |
| Veterinary Support — Level 1 | $24.95/hr | $31.19/hr |
| Veterinary Support — Level 2 | $26.96/hr | $33.70/hr |
| Veterinary Support — Level 3 | $28.12/hr | $35.15/hr |
| Veterinary Support — Level 4 | $30.68/hr | $38.35/hr |
| Veterinary Support — Level 5 Practice Manager | $32.23/hr | $40.29/hr |
Vet Surgeon
| Classification | FT/PT Hourly | Casual Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Surgeon — Level 1A | $32.65/hr | $40.81/hr |
| Veterinary Surgeon — Level 1B | $34.45/hr | $43.06/hr |
| Veterinary Surgeon — Level 2 | $37.22/hr | $46.53/hr |
| Veterinary Surgeon — Level 3 | $40.89/hr | $51.11/hr |
| Veterinary Surgeon — Level 4 | $46.18/hr | $57.73/hr |
Inspector
| Classification | FT/PT Hourly | Casual Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| Inspector Level 1 | $32.65/hr | $40.81/hr |
| Inspector Level 2 | $34.45/hr | $43.06/hr |
| Senior Inspector | $37.22/hr | $46.53/hr |
Rates sourced from the Fair Work Commission pay guide for MA000118, effective 1 July 2025.
See also: Penalty rates | Casual employees | Classifications
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