Levy Payers

Over $1.1 billion in long service leave claims paid to industry workers.

How portable long service works

Building and construction industry workers are entitled to long service leave payments regardless of whether they work on different projects for one or more employers. Read more about the Portable Long Service Scheme and how it affects you.

What is the levy?

The Portable Long Service Leave Scheme is funded by a levy imposed on the total cost, whether direct or indirect, of building and construction work in Queensland costing $150,000 or more (excluding GST). Discover more about how the levy works.

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Notify new work

If you're undertaking building and construction work in Queensland (including maintenance), where the total cost of work is $150,000 or more (excluding GST), you need to notify QLeave promptly. Read more about your obligations.

Pay the levy

There are many ways to pay the levy. Use our calculator to help you determine the levy to be paid.

Change work details

We understand there may be changes to building and construction work details. Find out how to make these changes.

Finalise work details

The final cost of work needs to be notified to QLeave within 30 days after the completion of building and construction work. Find out how to do this here.

Frequently asked questions

Find answers to your portable long service leave levy questions here.

News

1. 2022-23 Long service leave statements - We're sending long service leave statements to registered workers throughout Sep...

2. Annual Report 2022-23 - QLeave's 2022-23 annual reports are now available to read online.