Understanding long service leave

Long service leave is an entitlement that affects everyone in the construction and earthmoving sectors.

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At our most recent meeting, members of the Allied Earthmovers Association came together for an informative and engaging presentation on a topic that has long been misunderstood across the industry.

The message was clear: anyone who works on a construction site is entitled to long service leave. This includes both employees and subcontractors, regardless of the size of their business or the type of work they perform.

Many members were surprised to learn that they were entitled to the leave even after having worked in the industry for many years.

The system recognises the mobile nature of construction work, allowing service to accumulate across different projects and employers — ensuring that years of hard work don't go unrecognised or unrewarded.