Information for business owners regarding MPAQ's Plumbing Specific contracts, including employment contracts as well as Residential and Commercial Work contracts.

Take a look at the resumes we have on record for plumbers and gas fitters who are looking for work.

2019/2020 Wages and Award Information for the Plumbing and Fire Sprinklers Award, Building and Construction General On-site Award, Clerks – Private Sector Award, General Retail Industry Award. Including Allowances and relevant award information.

IR Resources are higher level resources that may be required on occasion by your business. This may include information on the EBA, the Union, FairWork and the National Employment Standards (NES).

Christmas/New Year time is fast approaching and here in Queensland we have three (3) Public Holidays over the Christmas/New Year period. Find out what this means for you in terms of payroll.

Our Workplace Relations team is regularly asked what the basic Award entitlements are for a permanent employee, so we have created a brief overview of the basic minimum entitlements under the Plumbing and Fire Sprinklers Award 2010.

Employers who incorrectly classify employees as casual instead of full-time or part-time could be responsible for back paying various entitlements under the National Employment Standards.

Information regarding Long Service Leave for employees as covered under the National Employment Standard (NES).

Community Service Leave entitlements for employees including notice requirements, leave periods available and payment information.

Information designed to aid people looking for work, as well as companies looking to fill positions, within the plumbing and gas industries.

MPAQ Members can access a FREE New Employee Induction Program template to ensure new employees receive sufficient information to assist them in becoming familiar with their responsibilities and working environment.

Members only access to Debt Recovery Assistance. MPAQ corporate supporters can assist with Letters of Demand, debt disputes and QCAT.