Business Wage Incentives

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Looking to hire more staff? Definitely check out this business wage incentive which looks to incentivise employers to hire diversely, throughout the Covid-19 pandemic and beyond. 

What is it?

The Commonwealth Government is providing subsidies of up to $10k to employers (per hire) for eligible jobseekers.

Who is an eligible jobseeker?

  • A mature aged person (aged 50 years and over and has been on income support for at least the past 6 months);

  • A young person (aged between 15 - 24 years old and has been on income support for at least the past 6 months); 

  • An indiginous Australian; 

  • A parent who is currently receiving income support; or

  • Anyone who has been receiving employment services continuously for at least the past 12 months. 

You must also employ each individual for at least an average of 20 hours per week for at least 6 months.

Timing:

The funding is currently available, but you must contact the employee’s employment services provider (think the Disability Management Service, Job Active or Community Development Program)  within 12 weeks of their start date

☝🏻 Our tip:: There are a few exclusions including commision-based, subcontractor or self-employment positions. Don’t rely on accessing this incentive easily, but it’s a brilliant incentive to see workplaces improving their commitment to diversity.