Work Type

Enter a unique identifier for the new code.

Description

Enter a name for the work type code.

Factor

Used for work types which attract penalty rates such as time-and-a-half. It is possible to enter a value other than the default '1.00' factor which appears in the first instance. By entering '1.50' the amount of pay issued to the employee will be calculated as time-and-a-half multiplying the standard pay by the factor and inserting this figure on the timesheet.

Shift Loading

Select if the work type is a shift work situation. If selected, it will require selecting an Allowance Type.

Is Standard Hours

Used if this work type is to be included in calculation of the number of weeks worked. The number of weeks worked is critical in the calculation of tax and when people are due for their next pay. The number of weeks worked for an employee in any pay run is calculated by summing all the hours designated here as 'standard hours', then dividing by the standard hours specified for the employee's award.

Print on Pay Slip

Select if you wish to print the details of the work type on the employee’s hardcopy pay slip.

Work Type

Select the Work Type relevant for STP reporting using the drop down selection

Lump Sum

Allows you to nominate whether the Work Type is a lump sum value

Is Termination Pay

Can be selected if the work type is to be used is for termination payments.

Account Code

Assign an entry from the Chart Of Accounts (COA) by selecting a value from the list.