MyLeave – Construction Long Service WA
Summary
MyLeave administers portable long service leave for construction workers in Western Australia, providing essential updates on entitlements and system transitions.
Why It Matters
This article is crucial for construction workers and employers in WA as it outlines changes to long service leave entitlements, ensuring compliance with the latest legislative updates. Understanding these changes promotes workforce retention and supports industry loyalty.
Key Takeaways
- MyLeave offers portable long service leave based on industry service, not just employer service.
- Workers are entitled to 8 2/3 weeks of leave after 10 years, with pro rata entitlements after 7 years.
- Recent updates include revised interpretations of the MyLeave Act affecting employer obligations.
MyLeave – Construction Long Service WA We administer portable long service leave for construction workers in Western Australia. Last updated: 6 February 2026 Public notice 5 February 2026 Upcoming System Shutdown – New Portal Transition As part of our transition to new modernised portals, the current portals will be decommissioned. Please note the important dates and actions below. Public notice 12 November 2025 Revised MyLeave Act Interpretations - Ordinary Pay and Employer Refunds Please review MyLeave's revised legislative interpretations to understand how these changes may affect worker entitlements and employer obligations. Public notice 20 January 2026 Temporary Act of Grace Employer Refunds for Prior Payments MyLeave acknowledges some employers made direct LSL payments expecting refunds. Following review, eligible claims will be considered as Act of Grace Payments, subject to conditions and Ministerial approval. Applications close 30 April 2026. Browse more announcements Worker/Employer Login What we do Construction workers accrue long service leave with MyLeave based on service to the industry - rather than service to a single employer. This is the portable nature of long service leave with MyLeave. Workers are entitled to 8 2/3 weeks of leave after 10 years of service with a pro rata entitlement after at least 7 years of service in the construction industry. The entitlements are partially funded from contributions made by employers for their workers as they accru...
