PayCheckR / Enterprise agreements / AE525599
This page lists the pay rates in the Southern Queensland Steel Pty Ltd (T/A Southern Steel QLD) enterprise agreement (AE525599). 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.
Rates last updated 26 May 2026.
Full-time pay runs from $1,104.32 per week ($29.06 per hour) at the entry level up to $1,379.39 per week at the top, across 12 classifications. A few examples:
| Classification | Weekly (full-time) | Per hour |
|---|---|---|
| Operator Level 1 | $1,104.32 | $29.06 |
| Operator Level 2 - Shark 410 / Loading-Unloading Processing | $1,176.67 | $30.97 |
| Operator Level 3 - Single CNC (Coping/HGG Pipe/KH500) | $1,274.05 | $33.53 |
The rate for every classification, plus casual rates, is in the pay checker below.
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Check my payRates 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.