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Overtime Calculator

Calculate overtime pay rates including time-and-a-half and double-time based on your base hourly rate and award conditions.

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Disclaimer

This calculator provides estimates for general information purposes only. Results should not be relied upon as professional financial, tax, or legal advice. Tax rates and thresholds are based on publicly available ATO data and may change. Always consult a qualified tax agent or financial adviser for advice specific to your circumstances.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does overtime start in Australia?
For most full-time employees, overtime begins after 38 hours per week (or 7.6 hours per day). The first 2-3 hours of overtime are typically paid at time-and-a-half (1.5x), with double-time (2x) after that. Exact rules depend on your award or enterprise agreement.
Is overtime compulsory in Australia?
Under the Fair Work Act, an employer can ask you to work reasonable overtime. You can refuse if the request is unreasonable, considering factors like your health, family responsibilities, notice given, and your role. Award employees have specific overtime provisions.

What is Overtime?

Overtime pay in Australia is compensation for hours worked beyond standard full-time hours (38 hours per week). Most awards and agreements require overtime to be paid at time-and-a-half or double-time rates.

How this calculator works

Enter your base hourly rate and the calculator applies standard penalty rates: time-and-a-half (1.5× your base rate) for the first overtime hours, and double-time (2× your base rate) for extended overtime or weekend/public holiday work. The breakdown shows your total weekly pay split between normal hours, time-and-a-half hours, and double-time hours, so you can verify your pay slip is correct. Rates shown follow common award conditions — check your specific award or enterprise agreement for exact overtime provisions.

All calculations are performed in your browser — your data never leaves your device. Results are for general guidance only and should not be considered professional financial advice.

Built and maintained by Konstantin Iakovlev. Data sourced from the ATO and official Australian government sources.