Salt Ops Award Pay Rates 2025–26
Rates effective 1 July 2025 · MA000107
Current hourly pay rates under the Salt Ops Award, effective from 1 July 2025. Casual rates include the 25% casual loading.
Junior Employees
| Classification | FT/PT Hourly | Casual Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| At 17 years | $25.36/hr | $31.70/hr |
| At 18 years | $25.36/hr | $31.70/hr |
| At 19 years | $25.36/hr | $31.70/hr |
| Under 17 years | $25.36/hr | $31.70/hr |
General
| Classification | FT/PT Hourly | Casual Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1—Introductory | $25.36/hr | $31.70/hr |
| Level 2—Basic | $26.08/hr | $32.60/hr |
| Level 3—Intermediate | $27.09/hr | $33.86/hr |
| Level 4—Competent | $28.12/hr | $35.15/hr |
| Level 5—Advanced | $29.25/hr | $36.56/hr |
Rates sourced from the Fair Work Commission pay guide for MA000107, effective 1 July 2025.
See also: Penalty rates | Casual employees | Classifications
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