SA Portable Long Service Leave - Construction Industry

03/09/2026

Keeping returns current isn't just a compliance issue.

It's how you make sure the people who work hard for you are properly recognised and protected.

That's worth a few minutes every two months.

31/08/2026

We were proud to sponsor the Young Achiever / Trailblazer Award at last fridays Building Womens Lunch & Awards, which was awarded to Estelle Christakos of

Congratulations, Estelle - a fantastic and well-deserved achievement!

Thank you to for a great event and for the opportunity to support and celebrate the women shaping the future of the construction industry.

To find out more about the scheme, visit: saplsl-construction.org.au

27/08/2026

Our vision is simple: every eligible construction worker should be able to enjoy the benefit of long service leave.

Since 1977, the SA Portable Long Service Leave Construction Industry scheme has worked as one team with workers, employers and industry partners to make that happen.

We administer the Construction Industry Long Service Leave Act 1987 as a standalone scheme with our own board and fund.

If you want to know more about us, visit saplsl-construction.org.au.

19/08/2026

Covered work means work undertaken predominantly on a construction site:

- for at least 3 days in any month (each of at least 5 hours)
- predominantly on-site in any 3 month period
- performing building, electrical or metal trades work
- in an eligible work classification

If that's you, make sure your employer has you registered.

Your time on site is time that counts.

17/08/2026

A fantastic night at the Building Excellence Awards!

We were proud to support the event as a sponsor, with Michael presenting the award for Contract Home $2 million to $4 million.

Congratulations to and all the finalists and winners who were recognised on the night.

Partnerships like this help us connect with the South Australian construction industry and raise awareness of the scheme.

Learn more at www.saplsl-construction.org.au.

13/08/2026

Have you reached 2,600 service days? You may be eligible for 13 weeks of portable long service leave.

Making a claim is simple:

1. Lodge your claim through the Worker Portal.
2. Your employer confirms your leave dates through the Employer Portal.
3. We assess and process your claim.
4. Your payment comes directly from the scheme, not your employer.

Apply at least 2-3 weeks before your leave starts.

05/08/2026

The long service leave levy collected from employers is invested to help make sure the scheme can continue supporting workers into the future.

Because it’s designed to be self-sustaining, it helps protect the entitlements workers have earned and gives them peace of mind that the support they rely on will be there when they need it most.

For workers and their families, that means greater confidence, stronger security, and a better sense of support for the road ahead.

26/07/2026

Construction workers are behind every building, road and structure in South Australia.

The portable long service leave scheme is our way of recognising their contributions, over many years, across multiple jobs, with a real and meaningful reward at the end.

20/07/2026

We value the partnership with Master Builders SA and look forward to working together to support awareness of the SA Portable Long Service Leave - Construction Industry scheme for South Australian Employers and Workers.

Join more than 1,500 building and construction industry professionals as we celebrate the very best our state has to offer at the Master Builders SA Building Excellence Awards Gala event on Friday 14 August 2026.This prestigious night recognises outstanding projects, craftsmanship and innovation acr...

16/07/2026

If you're a working director with previous construction employment, you may be eligible to join our voluntary working director scheme.

It's not automatic, but it is an option.

Reach out to find out more.