Alpine Resorts Award Pay Rates 2026-27
All pay rates under the Alpine Resorts Award 2020 (MA000092) for 2026-27, including base rates, casual rates, penalty rates, and break rules.
Last verified: 19 July 2026Alpine Resorts Award
MA000092 · Tourism & Hospitality
Common roles: Ski instructor, Lift operator, Snow maker, Resort worker, Ski patrol
$26.44
Base rate/hr
$33.05
Casual rate/hr
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Classification Pay Rates — Alpine Resorts Award
| Level | Base Rate/hr | Casual Rate/hr | Weekly (38hrs) | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | $26.44 | $33.05 | $1,004.72 | $52,245.44 |
| Level 2 | $27.08 | $33.85 | $1,029.04 | $53,510.08 |
| Level 3 | $27.99 | $34.99 | $1,063.62 | $55,308.24 |
| Level 4 | $29.43 | $36.79 | $1,118.34 | $58,153.68 |
Penalty Rates — Alpine Resorts Award
Saturday
$33.05/hr
1.25x base
Sunday
$39.66/hr
1.5x base
Public Holiday
$59.49/hr
2.25x base
Overtime (first 2 hours)
$39.66/hr
1.5x base
Overtime (after 2 hours)
$52.88/hr
2x base
Rates shown for Level 1 ($26.44/hr base).View full penalty rate table →
Break Rules — Alpine Resorts Award
| Shift Length | Meal Break | Rest Break | Paid? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 5 hours | None | None | No |
| 5–7 hours | 30 min | None | No |
| 7–10 hours | 30 min | 10 min | Yes |
| 10+ hours | 60 min | 20 min | Yes |
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Compare with Related Awards
| Award | Base Rate | Casual Rate | Sunday | Public Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Resorts Award | $26.44/hr | $33.05/hr | $39.66/hr | $59.49/hr |
| Hospitality Award | $26.44/hr | $33.05/hr | $39.66/hr | $59.49/hr |
| Retail Award | $27.81/hr | $34.76/hr | $41.71/hr | $69.52/hr |
| Clerks Award | $26.97/hr | $33.71/hr | $53.94/hr | $67.43/hr |
| Building Award | $26.67/hr | $33.34/hr | $53.34/hr | $66.68/hr |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Alpine Resorts Award pay rate for 2026-27?
Under the Alpine Resorts Award (MA000092), the Level 1 base rate is $26.44/hr from 1 July 2026. The casual rate (including 25% loading) is $33.05/hr. Higher classification levels receive progressively higher rates.
What is the Sunday rate under the Alpine Resorts Award?
Permanent employees under the Alpine Resorts Award receive 1.5x their base rate for Sunday work. For a Level 1 employee, that's $39.66/hr on Sundays.
What is the public holiday rate under the Alpine Resorts Award?
Public holiday work under the Alpine Resorts Award is paid at 2.25x the base rate. For Level 1, that's $59.49/hr.
Who is covered by the Alpine Resorts Award?
The Alpine Resorts Award covers employees in the tourism & hospitality industry. Common job titles include Ski instructor, Lift operator, Snow maker, Resort worker, Ski patrol, Rental shop assistant.
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