Water Industry Award Pay Rates 2025–26
Rates effective 1 July 2025 · MA000113
Current hourly pay rates under the Water Industry Award, effective from 1 July 2025. Casual rates include the 25% casual loading.
| Classification | FT/PT Hourly | Casual Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| Water Industry Level 1 | $25.88/hr | $32.35/hr |
| Water Industry Level 2 | $26.70/hr | $33.38/hr |
| Water Industry Level 3 | $27.71/hr | $34.64/hr |
| Water Industry Level 4 | $28.12/hr | $35.15/hr |
| Water Industry Level 5 | $29.88/hr | $37.35/hr |
| Water Industry Level 6 | $32.34/hr | $40.43/hr |
| Water Industry Level 7 | $32.90/hr | $41.13/hr |
| Water Industry Level 8 | $35.55/hr | $44.44/hr |
| Water Industry Level 9 | $38.03/hr | $47.54/hr |
| Water Industry Level 10 | $41.56/hr | $51.95/hr |
Rates sourced from the Fair Work Commission pay guide for MA000113, effective 1 July 2025.
See also: Penalty rates | Casual employees | Classifications
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