Marine Vessels Award Pay Rates 2025–26
Rates effective 1 July 2025 · MA000052
Current hourly pay rates under the Marine Vessels Award, effective from 1 July 2025. Casual rates include the 25% casual loading.
| Classification | FT/PT Hourly | Casual Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| Crane Driver (under 20 tonnes) | $27.21/hr | $34.01/hr |
| Shipkeeper | $27.21/hr | $34.01/hr |
| Crane Driver (over 20 tonnes) | $29.68/hr | $37.10/hr |
| General Purpose Hand, Deckhand, Greaser, Passenger Attendant, Turnstile Attendant, Boating Attendant, Host, Fireman, Trimmer, Linesman, Cook, Sailor, Able Seaman, Leading Hand | $29.68/hr | $37.10/hr |
| Engineer | $31.37/hr | $39.21/hr |
| Mate | $31.37/hr | $39.21/hr |
| Master | $32.94/hr | $41.18/hr |
Rates sourced from the Fair Work Commission pay guide for MA000052, effective 1 July 2025.
See also: Penalty rates | Casual employees | Classifications
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