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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