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Wimmera Catchment Management Authority enterprise agreement pay rates

This page lists the pay rates in the Wimmera Catchment Management Authority enterprise agreement (AE528400). 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.

Who this agreement covers

Wimmera Catchment Management Authority (Horsham VIC) — VIC state government catchment management agency. ASU is party. **Mercer-derived 5-band classification** (CED job score methodology) with Levels 1-5 in each band, plus Band A entry-development sub-track (1A/2A/3A for school leavers/uni grads/returning workforce) and SEO above Band 5. **Distinctive Fire Allowance** for staff with airborne firefighting roles ($14-$16/hr) — replaces older CNR/SPSF Agreement 1995/96 allowances. Annual indexation 3.0% per annum.

Rates last updated 22 May 2026.

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Agreement details

Code

AE528400

Industry

State and Territory government administration

Ordinary hours

38 per week

Casual loading

25%

Union

ASU

Nominal expiry

6 August 2028

Roles covered

Some of the roles this agreement may cover at the Wimmera Catchment Management Authority. You can open any role to see its indicative rates.

Minimum pay rates

Full-time pay runs from $915.81 per week ($24.10 per hour) at the entry level up to $2,360.06 per week at the top, across 14 classifications. A few examples:

Classification	Weekly (full-time)	Per hour
Band 1 Level 1	$1,053.85	$27.73
Band 1 Level 5	$1,156.85	$30.44
Band 1A: entry developmentEntry-level development opportunity (school leavers).	$915.81	$24.10

The rate for every classification, plus casual rates, is in the pay checker below.

What else it sets

Penalty rates for weekends, public holidays and overtime.
4 allowances (for example Day/Night Standby Rate, Standby Allowance per shift, Fire Allowance (airborne/air base)).

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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.