Information on employees and public holidays, including what is a reasonable request to have an employee work on a public holiday and a list of the considered public holidays in Queensland.

Information regarding the maximum and minimum weekly hour requirements for employees.

The plumbing and drainage enterprise bargaining arrangement (EBA) is an agreement negotiated between specific plumbing companies, their employees and the Queensland Plumbers Union.

Information for employers on Superannuation including the minimum requirements and when superannuation payments are required.

Information regarding parental Leave entitlements for employees including adoption related and partner leave.

Information regarding flexible working arrangements between employers and employees including working from home.

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.

The MPAQ charge out rate calculator is a document available for download to assist your business in calculating the charge out rate for employees and materials.

Information on who the Fair Work Ombudsman is and how they assist with workplace matters. Including the Fair Work Information Statement that must be provided to new employees to make them aware of their conditions of employment.

Plumbing is a regulated trade which requires a four year apprenticeship to be qualified. MPAQ are here to assist you with everything from finding the right apprentice to information on the Australian Apprenticeship Support Network.

Members only access to Employer resources to help manage your business. Including Wages & Awards, national employment standards, apprentice information, leave entitlements, performance management and more.

End-of-year celebrations can promote office relationships. They can also increase staff morale and are an ideal opportunity for management to thank their employees for their services throughout the year, but it is not uncommon for the festivities to get out of hand.