Self-Employed

Find out how to register with LeavePlus as a self-employed subcontractor, and learn about registering your business if you are employing workers or apprentices.

Find out what types of construction work are covered by the scheme

Portable long service leave is a vital part of the construction industry. It supports self-employed Working Sub-Contractors to take a well-earned break when they need to take time out and recharge.

Self-employed working subcontractors may have different obligations according to their individual circumstances.

Self-employed Working Subcontractors can make optional contributions to build up their Long Service Leave Benefit entitlement.

Working Subcontractors build up service by making quarterly payments towards their own long service leave entitlement, building on top of any service you may have built up as a Worker or Apprentice.

Your self-employed Working Subcontractor entitlement to a Long Service Leave Benefit works differently to any entitlement built up as a Worker or Apprentice.

Online Services provides you with a platform where you can manage your registration all at the click of a button.

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