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This page lists the pay rates in the Cleanaway enterprise agreement (AE528451). The agreement was approved by the Fair Work Commission and sets the minimum pay for the staff it covers. The rates below are the agreement minimums; overtime, penalties and allowances can lift what you actually take home.
Covers: - Cleanaway Industrial and Waste Services operators at the Gladstone QLD region Four Operator levels (cl 17 Table A, 38-hour ordinary base rate). Rates: the '4.5% from 13/08/24' column from the operative date 1 April 2025, then the 13/08/25 and 13/08/26 columns from the first full pay period following 13 August 2025 and 13 August 2026 (Level 1 $35.81, Level 2 $40.18, Level 3 $42.55, Level 4 $50.68 an hour). Casual loading 25%.
Rates last updated 7 October 2026.
Some of the roles this agreement may cover at the Cleanaway. You can open any role to see its indicative rates.
Full-time pay runs from $1,360.78 per week ($35.81 per hour) at the entry level up to $1,925.84 per week at the top, across 4 classifications. A few examples:
| Classification | Weekly (full-time) | Per hour |
|---|---|---|
| Operator Level 1Entry-level operator. Performing standard tasks under direction. New to the industry, completing on-the-job training. | $1,360.78 | $35.81 |
| Operator Level 2Operator who has completed Level 1 requirements. Required to undertake duties from Level 1 plus may be required to perform additional tasks. | $1,526.84 | $40.18 |
| Operator Level 3Experienced operator. Completed Level 2 plus may be required to perform additional duties; advancement is not automatic. | $1,616.90 | $42.55 |
The rate for every classification, plus casual rates, is in the pay checker below.
Rates are sourced from Fair Work Commission data and shown as a guide. They can change, and your circumstances may differ. Verify against your payslip and the official instrument before acting. For advice, contact the Fair Work Ombudsman on 13 13 94 or a registered employment lawyer.