Marine Tourism and Charter Vessels 2025 Pay Rates (MA000093)

Plain-English Summary

Who does this award cover?

The Marine Tourism and Charter Vessels covers employees on marine tourism and charter vessels, including boat skippers, deckhands, dive masters, and hospitality staff on charter boats and tourism vessels. If you work on a vessel providing tourism experiences, fishing charters, or dive trips, this award applies to you. It covers approximately 3,000 workers across Australia.

This award does NOT cover seagoing vessel crew on commercial voyages (Seagoing Industry Award, MA000122), harbour vessel crew (Ports, Harbours and Enclosed Water Vessels Award, MA000052), or recreational diving instructors at shore-based centres (Professional Diving Industry (Recreational) Award, MA000109). See clause 4.1 for the full coverage terms.

How classification levels work

The award distinguishes between non-overnight charter employees and overnight charter employees. Each has its own rate structure reflecting the different working conditions. This is one of the few awards with level-specific penalty rates.

Key features of this award

The award has different rates for non-overnight and overnight charter operations. Christmas Day attracts a higher penalty rate than other public holidays. This is one of the few awards where penalty rates vary by classification level.

Classification Levels and Base Rates

All rates effective 1 July 2025. Source: Fair Work Commission Annual Wage Review 2024-25.

Refer to the Fair Work Commission pay guide for MA000093 for current dollar amounts for each classification level. Hourly rate = weekly rate / 38. Casual rate = hourly rate x 1.25.

Penalty Rates

Penalty rate multipliers from the Fair Work Commission penalty rate schedule for MA000093. All penalties are calculated on the base hourly rate.

The award specifies penalty rates ranging from 100% to 300% depending on when and how you work.

Full-Time and Part-Time Employees

Casual Employees

Penalty rate categories in this award

The following penalty rate descriptions apply under MA000093:

• Ordinary hours
• Overtime - After 2 hours
• Overtime - First 2 hours
• Public holiday - Christmas Day
• Public holiday - Other than Christmas Day
• Public holidays - Other than Christmas Day

Casual penalty rates include the 25% casual loading. Refer to the specific award clauses for exact percentages applicable to each classification level and employment type.

Worked Examples

Example 1: Casual worker on a Sunday

A casual employee working a 4 hours-hour minimum shift on a Sunday.

• Base hourly rate: refer to your classification level in the MA000093 pay guide
• Sunday casual rate: base rate x Sunday casual penalty percentage
• Minimum payment: Sunday casual rate x 4 hours hours
• Clause reference: refer to casual penalty rates clause

Example 2: Full-time worker on a public holiday

A full-time employee working an 8-hour public holiday shift.

• Base hourly rate: refer to your classification level in the MA000093 pay guide
• Public holiday rate: base rate x public holiday percentage (up to 300%)
• Total: public holiday rate x 8 hours
• Clause reference: refer to public holiday clause

Example 3: Part-time worker with overtime

A part-time employee who works 2 hours beyond their rostered hours on a weekday.

• Base hourly rate: refer to your classification level in the MA000093 pay guide
• Overtime rate: base rate x overtime percentage
• Clause reference: refer to overtime clause

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the difference between overnight and non-overnight charters?

Overnight charters involve crew staying on the vessel for extended periods, often in remote locations. They have different rate structures reflecting the nature of live-aboard work.

2. Does Christmas Day pay more than other public holidays?

Yes, the award specifies a higher penalty rate for Christmas Day compared to other public holidays.

3. Are fishing charter crew covered?

Yes, employees on fishing charter boats providing recreational fishing trips are covered by this award.

4. What is the minimum shift length under this award?

The minimum engagement for casual and part-time employees is 4 hours per shift. Even if you are sent home early, you must be paid for the minimum shift length.

5. How do I check my exact pay rate?

Use our free calculator or refer to the Fair Work Commission pay guide for MA000093. You can also contact the Fair Work Ombudsman on 13 13 94 for free advice.

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Rates current as of 1 July 2025. Source: Fair Work Commission, CC BY 4.0. This information is general in nature and is not legal advice. Always verify rates against the Fair Work Ombudsman's Pay and Conditions Tool (PACT) at calculate.fairwork.gov.au.