Business Equipment Award Allowances 2025–26
Rates effective 1 July 2025 · MA000021
Allowances under the Business Equipment Award are extra payments for specific conditions, skills, or expenses. They are one of the most commonly missed entitlements after penalty rates.
Current allowances
| Allowance | Amount | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| First aid allowance | $25.11 per week | If you are appointed as a first aid officer and hold a current first aid certificate, you are entitled to $25.11 per week. |
| Leading hand allowance (2-5 employees) | $34.30 per week | If you are appointed to supervise 2 to 5 employees, you are entitled to a leading hand allowance of $34.30 per week. This is an all-purpose allowance, which means it is included when calculating overtime, penalties, and leave. |
| Leading hand allowance (6-10 employees) | $50.75 per week | If you are appointed to supervise 6 to 10 employees, you are entitled to a leading hand allowance of $50.75 per week. This is an all-purpose allowance, which means it is included when calculating overtime, penalties, and leave. |
| Leading hand allowance (10+ employees) | $66.24 per week | If you are appointed to supervise more than 10 employees, you are entitled to a leading hand allowance of $66.24 per week. This is an all-purpose allowance, which means it is included when calculating overtime, penalties, and leave. |
See also: Pay rates | Allowances & loadings guide
Source: Fair Work Commission pay guide for MA000021, effective 1 July 2025.
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