Long service leave in Western Australia

Long service leave is a paid leave entitlement for employees. Many state and national system private sector employers and employees are covered by the WA Long Service Leave Act.
Last updated:

Full time, part time, casual and seasonal employees may have an entitlement to payment of long service leave when their employment ends after 7 years’ continuous employment, and an entitlement to take leave after 10 years’ continuous employment.

The entitlement to long service leave under the Long Service Leave Act depends on the length of the employee’s continuous employment, which may include service with a previous employer where there has been a change of business ownership.

The new Guide to the Western Australian Long Service Leave Act contains the long service leave content on this website in one easy to access publication.

Have a question or want to report a problem?

Fill in the form to get assistance or tell us about a problem with this information or service.

Send feedback