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Award coverage for signwriters depends on:

  • the industry or industries their employer operates in
  • the specific role and responsibilities of the employee.

Industry award coverage

An industry award covers a signwriter if:

  • their employer operates in the industry defined in the award
  • there's a classification which matches the employee's duties and qualifications.

Manufacturing Award

The Manufacturing Award covers signwriters working for employers in the manufacturing and associated industries whose businesses manufacture signs.

Building and Construction Award

The Building Award covers signwriters working for employers in the on-site building, engineering and civil construction industry.

Vehicle Award

The Vehicle Award covers signwriters working for employers in the vehicle repair, services and retail industry.

Joinery Award

The Joinery Award covers signwriters working for employers in the joinery and building trades industry.

No industry award coverage

Signwriters not covered by an industry award are covered by the Joinery Award on an occupational basis.

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