On-demand delivery workers' minimum pay rates and other standards start today
On-demand delivery workers now have minimum pay standards under the first Fair Work Commission Minimum Standards Order. The base rate is at least $31.30 per hour.
$31.30 per hour minimum pay rate for on-demand delivery workers under the new Fair Work Commission order.
Do new gig worker pay rules affect how tradies use on-demand delivery services?
Minimal direct impact on trade workers. May affect businesses using delivery platforms for supply runs or equipment drops.
Key takeaways
- On-demand delivery workers now have legally enforceable minimum pay rates starting today.
- The minimum hourly rate is set at $31.30 under the Fair Work Commission Minimum Standards Order.
- This is the first ever Minimum Standards Order issued by the Fair Work Commission.
- Businesses relying on gig delivery platforms may see cost changes passed on through service fees.
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