calx.io/WA Long Service Leave Calculator
Calculate long service leave in Western Australia: 8.67 weeks after 10 years, with pro-rata payout from 7 years for almost any exit.
Continuous service with the one employer (or business, through sales and restructures). Approved unpaid leave usually does not break continuity but may not count towards it.
Estimates only, not legal advice. Long service leave is state law and the fine print (casual continuity tests, what counts as ordinary pay, misconduct exclusions) varies. Construction, cleaning, security and community services workers are often under portable schemes with different rules. Confirm with your state's authority before relying on a figure.
Frequently asked questions
How much long service leave do I get in WA?
8.667 weeks after 10 years of continuous employment under the Long Service Leave Act 1958, then a further 4.333 weeks for every 5 years after that. Full-time, part-time, casual and seasonal employees are all covered.
Do I get long service leave if I resign in WA?
Yes, from 7 years. WA pays pro-rata leave when employment ends for any reason after 7 years, including plain resignation. The only exclusion is dismissal for serious misconduct, and the onus is on the employer to prove it.
What pay rate applies to a WA long service leave payout?
Your ordinary pay for your normal weekly hours at the time the leave is taken or paid out, excluding overtime, allowances and penalty rates.