PayCheckR / Enterprise agreements / AE520296
This page lists the pay rates in the SBS enterprise agreement (AE520296). 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.
Special Broadcasting Service (SBS). Australia's multicultural public broadcaster — TV, radio, SBS On Demand, SBS Food. Level 1-7 classification. Rates from October 2024.
Rates last updated 26 August 2026.
Some of the roles this agreement may cover at the SBS. You can open any role to see its indicative rates.
Full-time pay runs from $1,015.15 per week ($26.71 per hour) at the entry level up to $2,881.25 per week at the top, across 7 classifications. A few examples:
| Classification | Weekly (full-time) | Per hour |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 (minimum)SBS Level 1. Entry-level admin, production assistant. | $1,015.15 | $26.71 |
| Level 2 (minimum)SBS Level 2. Admin, technical assistant, junior journalist. | $1,312.29 | $34.53 |
| Level 3 (minimum)SBS Level 3. Journalist, producer, technical operator. | $1,714.23 | $45.11 |
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.