Master Plumbers' Association of Queensland (MPAQ) is the peak industry body representing plumbing contractors throughout Queensland, from sole operators to medium sized plumbing businesses and large contracting firms.
Check out this summary of the services, products, and support an MPAQ membership offers to support your business.
MPAQ holds various events throughout the year to provide valuable opportunities for the industry to develop professionally, make valuable connections with other industry individuals, advance themselves and their businesses and have the opportunity to have a voice with industry stakeholders.
MPAQ is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) offering accredited and non-accredited courses, assisting plumbers and gasfitters with their ongoing professional development.
Whether you're thinking about starting an apprenticeship, looking for a new job, or promoting a vacancy in your business, the MPAQ Careers Hub is where you need to be.
As the peak body representing Queensland’s plumbing industry, MPAQ plays an important role in positively supporting, enhancing, and protecting the industry.
Read the lastest news and articles from MPAQ, including industry updates, technical advice, and business guidance!
The Department of Housing, Local Government, Planning and Public Works (the department) is aware of sleeping pods and capsules being incorporated into accommodation buildings. As this is an emerging form of accommodation, the department is considering potential fire safety implications.
Lead Free copper alloys are an important change for the plumbing industry, and finalising the changeover by April 2026 offers a number of challenges.
The Department of Energy and Climate has launched a campaign to generate awareness and promote the benefits of renewable hydrogen in Queensland and how it will support regional communities and protect and create new jobs.
As of August 2024, significant changes are coming to the Fair Work Act with the introduction of a new definition for ‘employee’ and ‘employer’.
Casual employees retain their employment status as Casual until a "specified event" triggers a change such as a conversion by order of the Fair Work Commission, or a conversion request from the employee to convert employment to full-time or part-time employment.
The Queensland Government is providing Free Apprenticeships for Under 25s and Free Construction Apprenticeships for Over 25s if they are engaged in a priority apprenticeship.
The Fair Work Commission has amended the General Retail Industry Award 2020 with changes to rostering arrangements and overtime for part-time employees.
Important clarification regarding the wage sheet for school-based apprentices
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