Are You Paying Your Staff the Right Wage?
- Marketing Manager
- May 21
- 2 min read
Updated: May 21
(Most Small Businesses Aren’t Sure)
Picture this: You're a small business owner running a café in Sydney. You’ve got a great team, loyal customers, and things are finally picking up. Then boom an anonymous report to Fair Work lands you in hot water for underpaying staff.
Not on purpose. Just... you didn’t realise the award rate had changed last July.
Sound familiar? You’re not alone.
🧠 Wage Mistakes Happen — But They Can Be Costly
In 2023, the Fair Work Ombudsman recovered over $500 million in unpaid wages from Aussie businesses many of them small, local employers just like you.
And it’s not just about backpay. Getting wages wrong can lead to:
Fines
Legal costs
Damaged reputation
Low team morale (and trust issues)
👀 The Problem? Wages Aren’t Always Straightforward
Australia’s system of Modern Awards means the correct pay depends on:
Your industry
The role your staff perform
Their age, level, and experience
Whether they’re casual, part-time, or full-time
Penalty rates, overtime, weekends, allowances…
That’s a lot to juggle. And it changes frequently.
✅ The Solution? Use This Free Pay Calculator
The Fair Work Pay Calculator helps you figure out exactly what you should be paying—fast.
It guides you step-by-step based on your employee’s award and work status. No guesswork. No spreadsheets. No risk of accidental underpayment.
🔍 Quick Compliance Checklist:
Before EOFY, ask yourself:
Have I checked the award rate in the last 3 months?
Do I know what classifications apply to each employee?
Am I issuing payslips within 1 working day of pay?
Are my super contributions up to date? (Going up to 11.5% from 1 July 2024)
🚀 Final Tip: Stay Ahead, Not Scrambling
The best time to check your pay compliance? Before Fair Work does it for you.
Make the calculator your new best friend. Run your numbers regularly. And if you’re unsure—speak to someone who lives and breathes small business compliance.
At ProfitCloud.online, we help business owners stay on the front foot with wages, tax, and everything in between.
📌 Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late. Use the Fair Work Pay Calculator today.
✉️ Need Help Sorting It Out?
Book a free compliance chat with our team—zero pressure, just answers.
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