Salt Ops Award Allowances 2025–26
Rates effective 1 July 2025 · MA000107
Allowances under the Salt Ops 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Meal allowance | $18.38 per shift | Meal allowance |
| Motor vehicle allowance | $0.98 per km | Motor vehicle allowance |
| First aid allowance | $21.37 per week | First aid allowance |
| Industry allowance | $26.71 per week | Industry allowance |
| Leading hand allowance—11 to 20 employees | $41.88 per week | Leading hand allowance—11 to 20 employees |
| Leading hand allowance—3 to 10 employees | $25.11 per week | Leading hand allowance—3 to 10 employees |
See also: Pay rates | Allowances & loadings guide
Source: Fair Work Commission pay guide for MA000107, effective 1 July 2025.
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