Concreter Pay Rate QLD 2026-27
Concreters in Queensland earn at least $29.45/hr (CW/ECW 3), $36.81/hr casual — about $1,119 a week full-time — under the Building and Construction General On-site Award 2020. Rates from 1 July 2026.
Concreter — Minimum Pay Rate (QLD)
Building and Construction General On-site Award 2020 (MA000020)
$29.45
Base rate/hr
$36.81
Casual rate/hr
Concreters pour, spread, and finish concrete for foundations, driveways, slabs, and structures. They read plans, set up formwork, and operate concrete pumps.
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Queensland Note
Queensland workers are entitled to state-specific public holidays including Royal Queensland Show (Ekka) in Brisbane.
Minimum Hourly Rates — Concreter
| Employment Type | Hourly Rate | Weekly (38hrs) | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time (adult) | $29.45/hr | $1,119.10 | $58,193.20 |
| Part-time (adult) | $29.45/hr | Pro-rata | Pro-rata |
| Casual (incl. 25% loading) | $36.81/hr | Varies | Varies |
Rates effective from 1 July 2026 under the Building and Construction General On-site Award 2020.
Penalty Rates — Concreter
Saturday
$44.18/hr
1.5x base
Sunday
$58.90/hr
2x base
Public Holiday
$73.63/hr
2.5x base
Penalty rates shown for full-time/part-time CW/ECW 3 ($29.45/hr base). Casual employees receive penalty rates calculated on their base rate (before casual loading).
Classification Levels — Building and Construction General On-site Award 2020
| Level | Description | Base Rate/hr | Casual Rate/hr | Annual (38hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CW/ECW 3 | Powered concrete finisher or spreader / trade-qualified concreter | $29.45 | $36.81 | $58,193.20 |
| CW/ECW 4 | Concrete paver / mobile concrete boom pump operator | $30.38 | $37.98 | $60,030.88 |
| CW/ECW 5 | Special class tradesperson | $31.31 | $39.14 | $61,868.56 |
Building and Construction General On-site Award MA000020 cl 19.1(a), rates from 1 July 2026. Lower levels also apply to concrete work: a concrete gang worker is CW/ECW 1 ($26.67–$28.05/hr) and a (non-powered) concrete finisher is CW/ECW 2 ($28.62/hr) (Schedule A.2.1–A.2.2). Penalty and overtime rates are paid on the ordinary hourly rate, which adds the industry allowance (cl 2, cl 22).
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Am I Being Underpaid as a Concreter?
Concreters frequently start work very early and are entitled to early morning penalty rates. Common issues include sham contracting and not receiving wet weather entitlements.
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| Job | Base Rate | Casual Rate | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $29.45/hr | $36.81/hr | $58.90/hr |
| Site Supervisor | $31.31/hr | $39.14/hr | $62.62/hr |
| Painter | $29.45/hr | $36.81/hr | $58.90/hr |
More on the Building Award
Building Award (MA000020) overview
Coverage, penalty rates, casual overtime method and break rules.
Search enterprise agreements
An enterprise agreement replaces the award where one covers your workplace. Search by employer.
Enterprise agreements in construction
- Terrex Group Field Crew Enterprise Agreement 2025
- Civilmart Mittagong Enterprise Agreement 2026
- Complex Facade Install Pty Ltd / CFMEU South Australia Greenfields Agreement 2026
- Built Ptd Ltd / CFMEU South Australia Enterprise Agreement 2026
- BESIX Watpac / CFMEU South Australia Enterprise Agreement 2026
- Boyle Civil Contracting Perdaman Ceres Project Greenfields Agreement 2024
Recently approved agreements from the Fair Work Commission register in this industry. Check the agreement itself for the award it sits on.
Employer pay guides under the Building Award
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a concreter get paid per hour in Queensland?
The minimum hourly rate for a concreter in Queensland is $29.45/hr for full-time and part-time employees, or $36.81/hr for casuals (including 25% loading). This is the CW/ECW 3 adult rate under the Building and Construction General On-site Award 2020 (MA000020), effective from 1 July 2026.
What is the minimum wage for a concreter?
The minimum wage for a concreter is $29.45 per hour ($1,119.10 per week for a 38-hour week, or $58,193.20 per year). This is set by the Building and Construction General On-site Award 2020. Higher classification levels attract higher rates.
What award covers concreters?
Concreters are covered by the Building and Construction General On-site Award 2020 (MA000020). This Modern Award sets minimum pay rates, penalty rates, allowances, and leave entitlements. Your employer may also have an enterprise agreement with different (usually higher) rates.
Do concreters get penalty rates on weekends?
Yes. Under the Building and Construction General On-site Award 2020, concreters receive 1.5x their base rate on Saturdays ($44.18/hr) and 2x on Sundays ($58.90/hr). Public holidays are paid at 2.5x ($73.63/hr).
What is the casual rate for a concreter?
The casual rate for a concreter is $36.81/hr, which includes a 25% casual loading on top of the base rate of $29.45/hr. The casual loading compensates for the lack of paid leave, notice of termination, and redundancy pay.
How much should a 17 year old concreter get paid?
Concreters are skilled tradespeople. Junior rates do not commonly apply. The Building and Construction General On-site Award 2020 does not have specific junior rates for this classification.
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