Employees receive premium pay on top of their base pay for overtime, night work, shift work, and work on Sundays and public holidays. Different calculation methods and percentages apply across the various collective bargaining regions.
Overtime
Between 25 and 60 percent, depending on the collective bargaining area, time of day, and number of overtime hours.
Night work
Depending on the collective bargaining region, whether the night work is regular or irregular, and the time of day, the rate ranges from 12.5 to 50 percent.
Shift Work
The premiums for shift work are governed by company agreements.
Sunday work
Between 50 and 70 percent, depending on the collective bargaining area. In some cases, this applies only to businesses that operate continuously.
Work on Public Holidays
Between 50 and 150 percent, depending on the collective bargaining area and the public holiday.
December 24 and 31
Between 50 and 150 percent, depending on the collective bargaining region and time of day.
