Construction (EBA) · South Australia
EBA Adelaide Labour Hire Rates 2026
$83.70 – $95.13/hr ex-GST
EIR's 2026 Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA) charge rates for construction labour hire in Adelaide, South Australia. These rates apply to sites operating under a current EBA — typically major government, infrastructure, and union-site commercial construction projects in Greater Adelaide. Rates are all-inclusive: EBA base pay, 12% superannuation, ReturnToWorkSA, SA payroll tax (4.95%), casual loading, and EIR's margin. GST is not included.
Current Charge Rates
All rates ex-GST · Award: Site-specific Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (CFMEU / AWU) · Effective July 2026
| Role / Classification | Standard | 1.5× OT | 2× OT |
|---|---|---|---|
| EBA Labourer CW1 | $83.70/hr | $101.16/hr | $130.05/hr |
| EBA Operator CW2 | $87.50/hr | $105.75/hr | $135.97/hr |
| EBA CW3 | $90.59/hr | $109.50/hr | $140.78/hr |
| EBA CW4 Delegate | $95.13/hr | $114.99/hr | $147.83/hr |
| EBA Carpenter | $93.98/hr | $113.59/hr | $146.04/hr |
All rates are all-inclusive: base Award or EBA pay, 12% superannuation (SG), ReturnToWorkSA workers' compensation premium, state payroll tax, 25% casual loading, public liability insurance, and EIR's agency margin. GST is not included and will be added to invoices.
What's included in the charge rate?
- ✓Award or EBA base wage (set by Fair Work Australia)
- ✓12% superannuation (Superannuation Guarantee)
- ✓ReturnToWorkSA workers' compensation insurance
- ✓South Australia payroll tax (4.95%)
- ✓25% casual loading
- ✓Public liability and professional indemnity insurance
- ✓EIR Labour Hire agency margin
You do not need to manage payroll, super, workers' comp claims, or employment obligations for labour hire workers. EIR is the employer of record — your obligation is to provide a safe workplace.
Frequently asked questions
What is an EBA charge rate and how is it different from the award rate?
An Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA) is a site-specific or company-specific agreement that usually pays workers above the Modern Award rate. EBA rates at EIR reflect the higher base wage plus the same on-costs (super, workers' comp, payroll tax, margin). Award rates are typically $55–$70/hr; EBA rates in Adelaide start at $83.70/hr for a CW1 labourer.
How much does an EBA construction labourer cost in Adelaide?
An EBA CW1 labourer through EIR in Adelaide costs $83.70/hr ex-GST at standard time, $101.16/hr at 1.5× overtime, and $130.05/hr at double time.
What does an EBA carpenter cost through labour hire in SA?
An EBA carpenter through EIR in Adelaide costs $93.98/hr ex-GST at standard time, $113.59/hr at 1.5× OT, and $146.04/hr at double time.
Do I need EBA workers for my construction site?
EBA coverage depends on your site's industrial agreement. If your project is covered by a current EBA, workers must be engaged on EBA terms. If not, Award (BOCGO 2020) rates apply. Contact EIR if you are unsure which applies to your site.
Other sector rate guides
- Construction NSW — $57 – $95/hr ex-GST
- Construction SA — $56.50 – $80.50/hr ex-GST
- Food and Bev QLD — $48.60 – $57.35/hr ex-GST
- Food and Bev SA — $45.35 – $53.53/hr ex-GST
- Manufacturing QLD — $46.70 – $53.41/hr ex-GST
- Manufacturing SA — $47.32 – $54.12/hr ex-GST
- NSW Restoration — $52.50 – $54.20/hr ex-GST
- Restoration QLD — $50.51 – $54.70/hr ex-GST
- Restoration SA — $50.69 – $52.35/hr ex-GST
- Roads and Transport — $49.39 – $51.15/hr ex-GST
- SA Civil — $53.54 – $73.02/hr ex-GST
- Storage and Warehouse QLD — $47.81 – $54.27/hr ex-GST
- Storage and Warehouse SA — $50.81 – $52.73/hr ex-GST
See also: Full 2026 Labour Hire Rates Guide and Labour Hire Rates by State.
Need a site-specific quote?
These are published rack rates. Your actual rate may differ based on shift volume, site location, EBA coverage, and role mix. Call EIR for a tailored quote — usually confirmed within the hour.
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Rates effective July 2026. EIR reviews charge rates annually and following Fair Work Australia wage decisions. Last updated 27 July 2026. All rates exclude GST.