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

Employing an apprentice is a big commitment. Do you know what requirements your business must meet, and where do you start looking for an apprentice?

Find out the steps you have to take when you finish your apprenticeship to be become a fully qualified tradesperson.

MPAQ would like to remind members that Friday 26 January 2018 is a public holiday for Australia Day. Due to this public holiday there may be some changes to the pay rates of some employees on the day, so check out this guide to ensure that you are paying your staff correctly.

Express your interest in having a free review of your HR policies, procedures and employment contracts.

Check out more information about upcoming public holidays and pay rate requirements.

Information on Leave Entitlements for employees. This includes annual leave, long service leave, parental leave, carers and compassionate leave and community service leave.

Archived - 2016/2017 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.

Last month in Cairns, while working on air-conditioning equipment in an elevated environment (like many plumbers who work on roofs and in roof cavities), an employee fell to his death at James Cook University (JCU)

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

Information on the use and purpose of workers compensation in your business including the relevant State workers compensation regulator.

Information on Job Vacancies in the Plumbing and Gas Industry. This includes School Based, Adult and regular Apprenticeships as well as fully licensed plumbing and gasfitting positions.