Clerks Award Penalty Rates
All penalty rates under the Clerks — Private Sector Award 2020 (MA000002) for 2025-26, including weekends, public holidays, evening, and overtime.
Last verified: 1 July 2025Clerks Award — Key Rates at a Glance
Saturday
$36.15/hr
1.5x base
Sunday
$48.20/hr
2x base
Public Holiday
$60.25/hr
2.5x base
Overtime (first 3 hours)
$36.15/hr
1.5x base
Overtime (after 3 hours)
$48.20/hr
2x base
Rates shown for Level 1 ($24.10/hr base). See full table below for all levels.
Full Penalty Rate Table — Clerks Award
| Level | Base Rate | Saturday 1.5x | Sunday 2x | Public Holiday 2.5x | Overtime 1.5x | Overtime 2x |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | $24.10/hr | $36.15/hr | $48.20/hr | $60.25/hr | $36.15/hr | $48.20/hr |
| Level 2 | $25.08/hr | $37.62/hr | $50.16/hr | $62.70/hr | $37.62/hr | $50.16/hr |
| Level 3 | $26.04/hr | $39.06/hr | $52.08/hr | $65.10/hr | $39.06/hr | $52.08/hr |
| Level 4 | $27.34/hr | $41.01/hr | $54.68/hr | $68.35/hr | $41.01/hr | $54.68/hr |
| Level 5 | $28.47/hr | $42.71/hr | $56.94/hr | $71.18/hr | $42.71/hr | $56.94/hr |
Compare Penalty Rates Across Awards (Level 1)
| Award | Base Rate | Sunday | Public Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitality Award | $24.10/hr | $36.15/hr (1.5x) | $54.23/hr (2.25x) |
| Retail Award | $24.10/hr | $36.15/hr (1.5x) | $60.25/hr (2.5x) |
| Clerks Award | $24.10/hr | $48.20/hr (2x) | $60.25/hr (2.5x) |
| Building Award | $24.10/hr | $48.20/hr (2x) | $60.25/hr (2.5x) |
| Restaurant Award | $24.10/hr | $36.15/hr (1.5x) | $54.23/hr (2.25x) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the penalty rates under the Clerks Award?
The Clerks Award (MA000002) provides penalty rates for Saturday, Sunday, Public Holiday, Overtime (first 3 hours), Overtime (after 3 hours). Rates range from 1.5x to 2.5x of the base hourly rate.
What is the Sunday penalty rate for office / clerical workers?
Under the Clerks Award, permanent employees receive 2x their base rate for Sunday work. For a Level 1 employee at $24.10/hr, this means $48.20/hr on Sundays.
What is the public holiday rate under the Clerks Award?
Public holiday work under the Clerks Award is paid at 2.5x the base rate. For Level 1, that's $60.25/hr.
Who is covered by the Clerks Award?
The Clerks Award covers employees in the office / clerical industry. Common job titles include Receptionist, Office administrator, Data entry, Accounts clerk, Secretary, Admin assistant.
General information and estimates only — not legal, financial, or tax advice. Always verify with the Fair Work Ombudsman (13 13 94) or a qualified professional.