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Contents
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volume 52 NUMBER 3
Published by
Master Builders Queensland417 Wickham Terrace, Brisbane
Queensland 4000Phone: 3225 6444Fax: 3225 6545Email:
[email protected] www.masterbuilders.asn.au
Editor: Christine Buzzard,[email protected]
Design: Paula Morphew, [email protected] Advertising:
Ken Lane, Crowther Blayne MediaSpecialists, 5553
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Stand and Deliver
Master Builder is the offi cial magazine of rMaster Builders
Queensland. Master Builders is thepeak industry association
representing buildingand construction in Queensland since 1882. We
are the voice of the industry. Our services support members to
operate professional and profi tablebusinesses that deliver
superior quality outcomes to their customers.
All advertising and editorial material must adhereto the Master
Builders Advertising & EditorialPolicy. A copy of the policy
can be found at www.masterbuilders.asn.au.
Privacy: Master Builders Queensland has adoptedthe Australian
Privacy Principles published by theoffi ce of the Australian
Information Commissionerand operates in accordance with those
principles.A copy of Master Builders privacy policy can befound at
www.masterbuilders.asn.au.
Disclaimer: Any advice or information included inthe publication
is given in good faith, but strictlyon the understanding that
neither Master Buildersnor the Editor or any other person or
organisationcontributing to the publication are to incur any
responsibility or legal liability whatsoever (including liability
for negligence) should theadvice or information be incorrect,
incomplete, inappropriate or in any other way defective and
allliability is therefore disclaimed. Articles publishedin this
magazine do not necessarily refl ect the opinions or policies of
Master Builders, its offi cers and staff .
This publication is copyright. No part of it may bereproduced,
copied, stored on a computer, published, broadcast, rewritten for
broadcast or publication,or redistributed directly or indirectly in
any medium without prior permission from the Queensland Master
Builders Association.
Christmas closedown11 Preparing for Christmas
festivities
11 2015 RDO and public holidays
Housing & Construction Awards13 State winners
20 #mbawards photo competition
22 National winners
Reports & statistics26 Survey of Industry Conditions
28 Building approvals
Employment & wages29 New campaign to help
workers understand their
rights
Health, safety & environment30 OHS Accreditation Scheme
Feature
32 What causes rising damp?
Laws, codes & regulations
36 BCIPA changes
Tradies corner
38 Cert IV receives thumbs up
39 Take your career to the next
level
Building & planning
50 How to avoid using non-
conforming wood products
People & events
56 Did your photo make it in?
Member benefi ts
61 Dont lose your grip this
summer
62 Treat yourself this Christmas
Front cover: State Project of the Year and Health &
Education Facilities over $250 million Lend Lease Building Pty Ltd,
Gold Coast University Hospital
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As we take our annual look at 2014 and the year that has been,
it is ironic that we are refl ecting on a period that has been all
about looking to the future.
2014 has been an exciting year for MasterBuilders. Not only have
we been busy leadingour industry out of one of the toughest
periodsin history, as an association we have spent time developing
and implementing renewed vision, strategic priorities and values,
as wellas making some long-term investments inkey products and
services that will ensure we remain relevant and useful to
industry.
My focus has been on giving the organisation a new lease on life
with the implementation of a new strategic plan that focuses on
three coreareas of value, accountability and growth. Imof the
mindset that these values impact all of our members from the top
tier 1 commercialbuilders, right through to mum and dad
subcontractors. I also believe these values help us to off er a
more effi cient, fi ne-tuned and responsive organisation that is
better equipped to serve you and your businessesinto the future. We
intend to be around for along time yet!
So, it makes sense that long-term investment in the future has
been a key area of focus for us this year. During the past year
weve invested heavily in some key products and services 11new
training programs, new products withinour eDocs system, including
the launch of Residential WHS Management Plans, and aturbo-charged
events program that will keepyou informed and up-to-date wherever
you arelocated in Queensland.
Grant GalvinExecutive Director
Message from theExecutive Director
2014: a year of looking to the future
However, we havent just been busy working behind the scenes. As
usual, our role as lobbyist hascontinued and weve been working with
government departments, like the Attorney Generalsoffi ce and the
Department of Housing & Public Works, to secure some signifi
cant wins for theindustry.
We have welcomed some strongly fought for reforms,
including:
Retention of the home warranty scheme
Introduction of a disputes resolution process, and
Maintaining our comprehensive licensing system.
For the commercial sector, the announcement of new right of
entry work health and safetylaws was perhaps one of the biggest
wins in the last three years. Those of you who work in
thecommercial space will also attest to the positive results that
have come from changes to workers compensation, the QLeave levy
reduction and changes to BCIPA.
Another favourable outcome has been concessions to the state
government capital worksprograms and contracts. We have lobbied
hard against a system that previously played one contractor off
against the other a process that could lead to corruption and
unfair practices. Weve spent a lot of time working with the
Department of Housing & Public Works to develop arobust and
redesigned process that is much fairer to all.
After refl ecting for a moment, now well start looking forward
to 2015 and what the year will holdfor the industry. I wish all
members, and the building industry generally, a merry Christmas and
safe holiday period. The Master Builders team will be back in the
new year, rested and well placed to continue to support your
business on numerous levels and with a renewed suite of productsand
services in place that give you the support you need.
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Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) licensees
could save thousands of dollars a year thanks to changes by the
Queensland Government.
Among the changes are higher thresholds for self-certifi cation,
discounted three year licence options, and an early dispute
resolution model to help keep disputes out of the Queensland
Civiland Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) wherever possible.
For the fi rst time since 2006, the limits for self-certifi
cation categories have increased. Revenuelimits have doubled to
$200,000 for trade contractors only and $600,000 for entry-level
builders.
These changes mean licensees in those categories will no longer
have to go through the expense of providing fi nancial statements
every time they renew their licence. These changes are
Tim ManderMinister for Housing
and Public Works
Opinion
Builders set to savelikely to save contractors around $3,000 per
year.
We are also updating the licensing system to allow licences to
be renewed every three yearsinstead of annually. Those who opt to
do threeyear renewals will receive a 17% discount.
There will also now be a free, mandatory mediation process
within the QBCC to help licensees and consumers resolve disputes.
This process is a win for all involved as it saves both parties
from going to the expense of getting legal advice and then fi
ghting the matter in the QCAT. An early trial of this process has
been operating since July with most disputes being processed within
15 days, as opposed to an average of 28 weeks in QCAT.
We have also recently released a discussion paper outlining
proposed reforms to boost better payment outcomes for
subcontractors. The paper can be viewed and feedback provided
through the QBCC website at www.qbcc.qld.gov.au
These measures deliver on the LNPGovernments strong plan to
overhaulsupervision of the building and constructionindustry in
Queensland and provide signifi cant benefi ts to both contractors
and consumers.
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Behind the scenes of CSQs new social media campaign
Take the Queensland apprenticeship pledge
The Tradie Vs campaign brings together teams from Thompson
Building Group, McNab and WorldSkills Queensland to compete against
each other in four construction-based challenges think Myth Busters
meets The Block.
Teams test their ability to work together and problem solve as
they race against the clock with only the tools provided.
A TV production crew has fi lmed the challenges, which have been
promoted across social media, and industry is encouraged to view
and share the videos.
In the Tradie Vs Tropical Storm challenge the teams were tasked
with building the ultimate port-a-loo, one that can withstand high
winds and tropical storm conditions.
The teams used their skills to come up with three unique loo
designs, with comfort and style in mind (magazine rack anyone?). In
an entertaining twist, a giant wind machine and water cannon are fi
red up and the loos are put to the test, with devastating
results!
The other three challenges are equally entertaining; Tradie Vs
Gravity, Tradie Vs Brute Force and Tradie Vs Football, which really
kept the team rivalry going.
The campaign is a great reminder to have a laugh and enjoy what
we do. No day is the same in our industry and you never quite know
what youll turn your hand to next!
View the Tradie Vs videos at www.tradievs.com.au
CSQs new video series is helping to promote the building and
construction industry as a career of fi rst choice.
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The Queensland Government is asking employers to consider making
a pledge to employ additional apprentices with those that do
eligible for incentive payments of up to $6,000 for each additional
apprentice they employ and retain.
With building industry growth expected to continue in 2015,
apprentices have never been more important.
Will you consider pledging? Visit the Department of Education,
Training and Employments website for more information at
www.training.qld.gov.au/employers/apprenticeship-pledge
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Merry Christmasfrom Master BuildersMaster Builders wishes you
and your family a safe and happy festive season. Thank you for your
continued support in 2014. We look forward to working with you in
2015.
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Repeal of the Domestic Building Contracts Act in Queensland
The Bill will repeal the Domestic BuildingContracts Act 2000
(Qld) (DBC Act) and replaceit with new provisions in the Queensland
Building and Construction Commission Act 1994 (Qld) (QBCC Act) that
will regulate thecontractual requirements for domestic buildingwork
in Queensland.
The reforms are similar to the system currentlyin place in New
South Wales, with the commencement date to be 1 March 2015.
The Bill includes other amendments tothe QBCC Act that refl ect
the QueenslandGovernments ongoing reform agenda. Changes in the
Bill that relate to domesticbuilding contracts are outlined
here.
Domestic Building ContractA domestic building contract, as defi
ned in the Bill, is a contract for the performance of
domestic building work, which includes:
The erection or construction of detacheddwellings
Renovation, alteration, extension, improvement or repair of a
home
Removal or resiting work for a detacheddwelling
The installation of a kit home at a buildingsite.
The Bill includes kit home installation asdomestic building
work, which was notspecifi cally the subject of regulation in
theformer DBC Act. Kit homes include garagesand carports.
Consistent with the former DBC Act, the Billexcludes from a
domestic building contract:
Contracts between contractors andsubcontractors
Contracts for the construction of two ormore detached
dwellings.
Level 1 and Level 2 Regulated ContractsThe Bill introduces two
levels of domesticbuilding contracts. The levels are essentially
monetary limits, based on the value of thedomestic building work
being performed.
Diff ering degrees of regulation apply basedon whether the
contract is a Level 1 or Level 2 regulated contract. The diff
erences include:
General provisions that must be includedin the domestic building
contract more
On 16 October 2014 the Queensland Government approved the
Queensland Building and Construction Commission and Other
Legislation Bill 2014 (the Bill).
NewsCraig Sawford CBP Lawyers
onerous provisions apply to Level 2 contracts
In respect of a Level 2 contract, requiringthat the contract
schedule contains inprominent positions, details of the
price,method of calculating the price and warnings regarding price
change provisions
The maximum deposits that can be sought 10% for Level 1
contracts, 5% for Level 2 contracts and 20% if greater than 50% of
the work involves works performed off site
The documents that must be provided bythe contractor to the
owner for example, plans and specifi cations and the
consumerinformation guide.
Both Level 1 and Level 2 regulated contracts must be in written
form, dated and signed by both parties to have eff ect. That is,
the contractwill not be binding nor enforceable by anyparty until
this requirement is met.
Non-compliance with the other formalrequirements is an off ence
and the contractor is not permitted to commence work until they are
complied with.
Although the monetary limits for the levelshave not been set by
regulation, it is expected that the limits will be:
Level 1 regulated contracts above $3,300but below $20,000,
and
Level 2 regulated contracts $20,000 and above.
Other areas of reformImportantly, unlike the former DBC Act, the
Bill does not seek to regulate:
Cost plus contracts that were essentiallyoutlawed under the
former DBC Act
The formal requirements of cost escalation clauses
Disclosure of calculable and incalculabledelays
The basis for recovery of variations wherethe contractor has not
complied with the formal provisions regarding variations
The fi tness for purpose implied warranty
The owners right to end the contract if price increase by
greater than 15% or thework is not completed within 1.5 times
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Display home implied conditions
Rights of access to the building site for owners.
Areas not previously regulated under the DBCAct but now
regulated in the Bill include:
Extensions of time requiring thecontractor to provide the owner
with an extension of time notice within tenbusiness days of
becoming aware of thecause and the extent of the delay and that the
owner approves the claim in writing before the contractor can rely
on the extension of time claim
Limiting actions relying on the impliedwarranties to one year in
the case of non-structural defects
Giving the contractor a defence to a claim by an owner who is
relying on the impliedwarranties if the owner has not
givenreasonable access to the contractor to rectifythe defi
ciencies the subject of the claim
The requirement to pay additional premiums under the Home
Warranty Insurance Scheme in respect of variations resulting in an
increase in the contractprice of more than $5,000
Removing the requirement for a contractorto obtain foundations
data before enteringinto the contract in circumstances wherethe
contractor cannot lawfully enter the site and the contract includes
a guarantee that there will be no increase to thecontract price
because of foundations data
The requirement of the contractor to givethe owner a
commencement notice withinten business days of starting work on
site.
The QBCC will also be producing a ConsumerInformation Guide that
will replace the former contract information statement.
The requirement to provide the consumerinformation guide is
limited to Level 2 regulated contracts only.
The Bill removes the ability for contractors(including industry
bodies) for their ownversions of the consumer information guide
tobe approved by the QBCC.
Moving forwardThe amendments in the Bill will require allcurrent
standard form contracts for domesticbuilding work to be reviewed
and redrafted.
In respect of contracts where the contract price
is less than $20,000, they will be signifi cantlyless lengthy
given that the consumerinformation guide is not required to begiven
and the removal of some of the formalrequirements that were
required to comply with the former DBC Act.
Some of the changes are a win for contractors, including the
removal of the restrictionsregarding recovery of variations, cost
pluscontracts, foundations data and cost escalation provisions.
It is likely that the removal of the restrictionson cost plus
contracts will result in an increase in litigation given that cost
plus contractingis often the source of disputes betweencontractors
and owners.
The reforms are largely positive and remove some of the areas
that were unnecessary and problematic under the former DBC Act.
Changes have also been made to the Building and Construction
Industry Payments Act, whichyou can read more about on page 50.
For more information about changes to the QBCC, visit
www.masterbuilders.asn.au/qbccchanges
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Time is running out for asbestos qualifi cations
If you remove more than 10m of non-friable asbestos youre
required to renew your qualifi cationsby 31 December 2014 if you
dont renew prior to the deadline, dont expect to work in asbestos
removal in 2015 until you have.
With the process of renewing your qualifi cations and having
your new licence issued taking up tosix weeks, now is the time to
book your place in an Asbestos Worker Program course so you
dontmiss out on work opportunities in the new year. There are only
a handful of course dates left torun in 2014 in Queensland, so dont
delay, book your place now!
In a win-win for industry, Master Builders has also secured
Asbestos Worker Program funding,which can save building and
construction industry workers $225 and help them meet the end of
year deadline. The funding from Construction Skills Queensland
(CSQ) is a helping hand for anybuilding industry workers; however,
places are limited.
For more information or to confi rm availability and your
eligibility for funding, call 1300 13 60 02, email
[email protected] or visit
www.masterbuilders.asn.au/training
The deadline for updating essential asbestos qualifi cations is
now only weeks away if you currently work in asbestos removal, you
must update your qualifi cations to continue to work legally in
this space in 2015.
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Preparing for Christmas festivities
If youre planning a Christmas function, remember that an
employer may be held vicariously liable for the actions of their
employees. This may result in action being taken against an
employer for harassment, WorkCover or other employment and/or
workplace health and safety related claims.
Here are a few simple tips for workplace functions:
Comply with your workplace drug and alcohol policy
Prior to the function make sure that employees are aware of what
is considered appropriate behaviour and that incidences of fi
ghting, bullying, off ensive language and sexual harassment will
not be tolerated
Remind employees that the function is deemed a work event and
employees
are subject to the usual disciplinary procedures
Ensure there are clear start and fi nish times for the
function
Only serve alcohol for a limited time and ensure there are
plenty of soft drinks, low strength beer and lots of food and water
available
If employees are attending a work-related Christmas function,
then it is the employers responsibility to ensure that they are
able to return home safely, so you may need to consider giving
staff cab vouchers, hiring mini buses or nominating drivers,
etc.
Make sure you meet health and safety obligations, not only for
your employees but also for contractors, guests and entertainers
(if they are in attendance)
With Christmas just around the corner, employers need to ensure
that workplace health and safety issues dont put a dampener on the
festive season.
Christmas closedownMikki Richardson Senior Workplace Relations
Adviser
A supervisor or manager should be in attendance at the function
at all times. They should signal when the function is fi nished
Avoid functions where drinking is on site, in construction work
areas, or venues where there is no alternative transport or
inappropriate entertainment is supplied.
Remember to have fun, but not at other peoples expense.
For more information, contact Master Builders on 3225 6407 or
email [email protected]
RDOs 2015
Monday 5 January
Monday 2 February
Monday 2 March
Monday 30 March
Monday 27 April
Monday 25 May
Monday 22 June
Monday 20 July
Monday 17 August
Monday 14 September
Monday 12 October
Monday 9 November
Monday 7 December
Public Holidays 2015
New Years Day Thursday, 1 January
Australia Day Monday, 26 January
Good Friday Friday, 3 April
Easter Saturday Saturday, 4 April
Easter Monday Monday, 6 April
Anzac Day Saturday, 25 April
Queens Birthday Monday, 8 June
Exhibition Day (Brisbane only) Wednesday, 12 August
Labour Day Monday, 5 October
Christmas Day Holiday Friday, 25 December
Boxing Day Holiday Monday, 28 December
New Years Day Friday, 1 January 2016
2015 RDO & public holidays calendar
Fast fact: Jingle Bells was the fi rst song sung in space.
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Preparing your building site for wet weather
In order to prepare your building sites for the likelihood of
wet weather you should be implementing the following actions to
minimise erosion and sediment control impacts.
Examples of good practice1. Minimise disturbance Keep any
earthworks to a minimum and maintain as much grass,
mulch, gravel or erosion control blanket as possible, especially
towards the edges of the works.
2. Stabilise your access Maintain access points and haulage
roads with rock to minimise the amount of material tracked onto
public roads.
3. Install sediment fences Install and regularly maintain silt
fences on the downward slopes of the site. On steeper slopes
several silt fences may be required to reduce the sediment fl
ow.
4. Divert up-slope water Install diversion drains or speed bumps
which can direct any cleanup-slope water away from the works, or
water within the works, to other areas where access occurs
regularly.
5. Clean up litter and waste Regularly clean the work area to
ensure that rubbish and othermaterials are not transported outside
the works in the winds or water fl ow.
6. Designate wet trades area On larger sites, locate trades and
clean-up areas away from areas where it is likely that the water
can enter the stormwater system. This water ends up in ourcreeks
and streams and can cause signifi cant damage to fl ora and fauna.
If the washout wateris being discharged to the sewer, check with
your local council about obtaining a Trade Waste Permit.
7. Ensure stockpiles of material are kept behind silt fences
Keep stockpiles protected from being transported by wind and water
by erecting silt fences or surrounding them by a bund,and where
necessary cover them in waterproof sheeting.
What are some of the impacts?By not adequately preparing your
site, major sources of stormwater pollution can occur and
cause:
Damage to the work area caused by high-fl owing water
Signifi cant harm to the environment through sediment loading
and muddy water fl owing intolocal catchments
Blocking of local council drains through sediment build up
Flooding of neighbouring properties due to blocked drains in
front of the site
Possible breaches of local and state laws, leading to signifi
cant infringement costs or fi nes.
With an increase in wet weather and storms over the Christmas
period, its a good time to assess whether you are managing erosion
and sediment control adequately on your sites.
Christmas closedown
Environmental laws that govern erosion and sediment control The
three key pieces of legislation that cover Erosion and Sediment
Control are:
1. Environmental Protection Act 1994
2. Environmental Protection (Water) Policy 2009
3. Sustainable Planning Act 2009
From 1 September 2014 the State PenaltiesEnforcement Regulation
2014 increased thepenalty units for depositing sediment and other
contaminants into waters, a roadside gutteror storm water drainage
from 20 to 50 penaltyunits. This means the penalty amount
hasrecently increased from $2,277 to $5,692.50.
Local government compliance offi cers throughout Queensland can
now issue aPenalty Infringement Notice (PIN) for $5,692.50when they
inspect a development or building site and observe that a
contaminant has and/or could reasonably be expected to be
depositedinto waters, a roadside gutter or storm waterdrainage.
A prosecution or court penalties for major environmental off
ences can also exceed $1million.
Remember the golden rule!All appropriate controls required to be
put in place to minimise erosion and sediment control issues should
be in place before the end of the day or before a rain event, and
procedures must be put in place to
ensure those controls are maintained!
For more information about how to manage erosion and sediment on
your building sites,contact Master Builders on 3225 6404.
Use of Master Builders holding account over ChristmasMaster
Builders holding account will not be operational from Friday, 19
December 2014 until Monday, 5 January 2015.
No deposits or fund releases will be processed during this time.
If you need to use the holding account before the Christmas
shutdown, you should allow suffi cient time for a transaction to be
processed.
All transaction requests must be received by Master Builders
prior to 9am on Tuesday, 16 December 2014.
Enquires can be made via email to
[email protected] or by calling us on 1300 30 50
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Dean M McEwan T/A DRM Design &Construction
SUNSHINE COAST
This canal-front Mooloolah Island homefeatures all the trimmings
youd expect of a modern Sunshine Coast resort home. The design
maximises the magnifi cent waterviews of the Mooloolah River, with
the communal living spaces, kitchen, and masterbedroom all
overlooking to water views.
Sustainable living spaces have been created through the use of
passive solar design,natural lighting, cross fl ow ventilation,
lowenergy fi ttings and fi xtures, and locally sourced natural
materials. D R M Design andConstruction has delivered a signature
homeand is a deserved winner.
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GOLD COAST
The Gold Coast University Hospital provided signifi cant
opportunities for contractors on the Gold Coast, as the largest
infrastructureproject in Australia.
It would not have been possible without a dedicated team and
co-ordination like amilitary exercise, with Lend Lease taking onan
enormous commitment to training onsite. The enormity and complexity
of thiscannot be understated as it involved over80,000m of
concrete, 9 million man hours to complete, 900 air handling units,
and over 8,000 emergency exit lights, just to name a few.
This is just another example of the depthand experience of the
Lend Lease team andwe congratulate them as the winners of the 2014
Project of the Year.
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The Bach H2 Homes Pty LtdT/A H2 Constructions QLD
GOLD COAST
Dale and Karl from H2 Homes are nostrangers to producing quality
homes ataff ordable prices. This unique design, setin a rural
backdrop, is elevated to give afl oating appearance from the road
and hasfour bedrooms, a large entertainment areaand a home offi
ce.
We congratulate Dale and Karl, and all involved at H2 Homes, as
the 2014Presidents Award winner.
PRESIDENTS AWARD
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Jayden Sharp
SUNSHINE COAST
Jadyn began his apprenticeship with Murphy Builders Queensland
in December 2010, and since then has been exposed to a huge variety
of carpentry work within the building industry.
His skills have gone from strength to strength and he
consistently shows great aptitude, with work colleagues and clients
describing him as a reliable and confi dent young apprentice, with
a truepassion for the trade.
APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR
Murphy Builders Qld Pty Ltd
SUNSHINE COAST
Murphy Builders have had a strong commitment to investing in
their people since their inception30 years ago.
Director, Leigh Murphy provides strong leadership and coaching
to the companys apprentices,and inspires young apprentices to
strive for their best every day.
APPRENTICE EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR
Julie Nutting
GOLD COAST
Julie has grown her passion for the building industry from
humble beginnings and is currentlyundertaking studies to get her
builder licenceall while raising two children at the same time.
Starting as a site clerk and progressing onto contract
administrator, Julie is now the GroupProjects Manager for Azzura
International Constructions, overseeing up to 500 contractors
onvarious projects.
WOMEN IN BUILDING
John Plozza (Pro-View Homes Pty Ltd)
NORTH QUEENSLAND
With over 13 years experience in the industry, John is
passionate and excited about the directionof his company Pro-View
Homes in the Townsville region.
Specialising in high quality residential homes, it is evident
that John goes the extra mile withdesign, quality and uniqueness.
He is dedicated to keeping his product fresh, contemporary
andauthentic whilst continuing the reputation he has worked so hard
to achieve.
RISING STAR AWARD
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Display Home up to $275,000Val Eco Homes Pty LtdFitzroy Display
Village (Brisbane)
Display Home $276,000 $375,000Alliance Homes Pty LtdT/A
Stylemaster HomesLakeview 35 (Sunshine Coast)
Display Home $376,000 $475,000Ausmar Homes Pty Ltd T/A Ausmar
HomesThe Manhattan (Sunshine Coast)
Display Home $476,000 $625,000McLachlan Special ProjectsThe
Resort (Brisbane)
Display Home over $626,000Ecobuild Qld Pty LtdEcohouse (North
Queensland)
Individual Home up to $275,000Grant McDonald Homes Pty
Ltd(Sunshine Coast)
Individual Home $276,000 $375,000Cummins Construction Pty LtdT/A
GJ Gardner Homes Gold Coast NorthBroadbeach 311 Custom (Gold
Coast)
Individual Home $376,000 $475,000H2 Homes Pty LtdT/A H2
Constructions QLDThe Bach (Gold Coast)
Individual Home $476,000 $625,000Matteo La Spina T/A La Spina
HomesBarringtonia Close Residence(Far North Queensland)
Individual Home $626,000 $775,000Mark Underwood (Gold Coast)
Individual Home $776,000 $1 millionNicolaas BruinSpringbrook
House (Gold Coast)
Individual Home $1 million $2 millionChristopher R SmithOcean
Vista House (Sunshine Coast)
Individual Home over $2 millionDean M McEwanT/A DRM Design &
Construction(Sunshine Coast)
Best Heritage Style HomeS & S Timmer Constructions Pty
LtdSmall House (Downs & Western)
Housing for Sloping SitesEco Projects and Developments Pty
LtdTugun Beach House (Gold Coast)
Home Renovation/Remodelling Project up to $275,000
Liveconstruction Pty Ltd(North Queensland)
Home Renovation/Remodelling Project $276,000 $575,000Urban Trend
Constructions Australia Pty Ltd T/A Urban Trend ConstructionGorman
2nd Storey Addition (Mackay & Whitsunday)
Home Renovation/Remodelling Project over $576,000
Liral Pty LtdKewarra Beach Mansion(Far North Queensland)
Low-Rise Multi-Residential Housing (duplexes)
Gibson Building Pty LtdCooks Landing (Burnett Wide Bay)
Low-Rise Multi-Residential Housing (townhouses)
CKP Constructions Pty Ltd (Brisbane)
Medium-Rise Multi-Residential Housing (units/3 storey)
Condev Construction Pty LtdEdgewater Stage 1 Townhouses(Gold
Coast)
Innovation in Workplace Health & SafetyRGD Constructions Pty
LtdBoulevard Townhouses (Sunshine Coast)
Excellence in Sustainable LivingNicolaas BruinSpringbrook House
(Gold Coast)
Best BathroomLiveconstruction Pty Ltd (North Queensland)
Best KitchenRussell T Kelly T/A Artizan Cabinets (North
Queensland)
Trade Contractor Carpentry & Cabinet MakingMikat
Constructions Pty Ltd (Brisbane)
Trade Contractor Brick/Block Laying & Stone MasonryAntoni J
Roki T/A Pietra Lunga Stone Masonry Sandstone Chapel at Montville
Arts & Crafts Centre (Sunshine Coast)
Trade Contractor JoineryMinka Joinery Pty Ltd (Sunshine
Coast)
Trade Contractor Concreting & TilingT U Projects Qld Pty
Ltd, Monilli Jewellers (Brisbane)
Trade Contractor Swimming Pool, Outdoor Living &
LandscapingMCD Construction (Qld) Pty Ltd, Aqua (Brisbane)
Trade Contractor CladdingBlue Star Plastering Pty LtdSpringfi
eld Central & Lakes Railway Stations (Brisbane)
SPECIALTY WINNERS
HOUSING WINNERS
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Health & Education Facilities up to $5 million
J Hutchinson Pty LtdT/A Hutchinson BuildersEmmaus College Main
Street Library(Central Queensland)
Health & Education Facilities $5 million $20 million
Adco Constructions Pty LtdBond University Abedian School of
Architecture (Gold Coast)
Health & Education Facilities $20 million $250 million
Watpac Construction Pty LtdTranslational Research Institute
(Brisbane)
Health & Education Facilities over $250 million
Lend Lease Building Pty LtdGold Coast University Hospital (Gold
Coast)
Sporting & Community Service Facilities up to $5 million
Gilchrist Constructions Pty LtdHeadspace (North Queensland)
Sporting & Community Service Facilities $5 million $20
million
Evans Harch Pty Ltd T/A Badge Constructions ProjectsCoomera
Community Hub (Gold Coast)
Sporting & Community Service Facilities over $20 million
ADCO Constructions Pty LtdGladstone Entertainment
ConventionCentre & Offi ce Redevelopment(Central
Queensland)
Retail Facilities up to $5 millionEvans Built Pty LtdG Smith
House (Sunshine Coast)
Retail Facilities over $5 millionJ Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A
Hutchinson BuildersCapri on Via Roma (Gold Coast)
Commercial Building (offi ce accommodation) up to $5 million
Northbuild Construction Pty LtdMarine Diesel Traders Offi ce
& Warehouse(Brisbane)
Commercial Building (offi ce accommodation) over $5 million
J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson BuildersVerde Townsville
(North Queensland)
Residential Building (high-rise over 3 storey) up to $20
million
RCQ Construction Pty LtdIluka (Sunshine Coast)
Residential Building (high-rise over 3 storey) over $20
million
J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson BuildersSea Pearl (Sunshine
Coast)
Industrial Building up to $5 millionShadforth Lythgo Pty
LtdHarley Davidson Building (Sunshine Coast)
Industrial Building over $5 millionLaing ORourke & Beca
Joint VentureQ Catering Facility (Brisbane)
Tourism & Hospitality Facilities up to $5 million
Astute Projects Pty LtdPolar Bear Junior Enclosure (Gold
Coast)
Tourism & Hospitality Facilities over $5 million
Built Qld Pty LimitedSheraton Noosa Resort & Spa (Sunshine
Coast)
Refurbishment/Renovation up to $2 millionBenco Constructions Pty
LtdThe Burp Dispensary (Mackay & Whitsunday)
Refurbishment/Renovation $2 million $5 million
Box & Co Pty LtdQUT Gardens Point O Block (Brisbane)
Refurbishment/Renovation over $5 millionAlder Constructions Pty
LtdGold Coast Turf Club (Gold Coast)
Lifestyle Housing for SeniorsPaynter Dixon Queensland Pty
LtdNoosa Care, Carramar Tewantin (Sunshine Coast)
Innovation in Workplace Health & SafetyLeighton Contractors
Pty LimitedAustralian Pacifi c LNG Water Treatment Facilities
Project (Downs & Western)
Innovation in Environmental ManagementWiley & Co Pty LtdJBS
Dinmore Bio Gas Recovery & Effl uent Treatment (Brisbane)
Excellence in Sustainable BuildingLeighton Contractors Pty
LimitedQUT Science and Engineering Centre (Brisbane)
Civil Contractor of the YearFK Gardner & Sons Pty LtdGore
Highway Road (Downs & Western)
CONSTRUCTION WINNERS
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With the State Housing & Construction Awards winners
announced recently, the #mbawards social media competition winners
have also now been chosen.
#mbawards photo comp winners announced
All members had to do was share theirfavourite photos from the
awards program in three diff erent categories entries, people and
on the night.
Master Builders Executive Director,Grant Galvin, had a tough job
picking thewinners from more than 300 entries, but here they
are!
The competition was a great opportunity for members and their
employees, friends and colleagues to get involved and showcase
their experience of the Awards. Three $250 gift voucherswere up for
grabs courtesy of competition sponsor, James Hardie.
Category: People
Winner: Courtney Kain fromSchiavello Constructions
Caption: Awards night #blacktie#jupiterscasino #winners
#mbawards #redcarpet
Category: Entries
Winner: Mcelhenny Constructions
Caption: May the odds be forever in our favour #fi ngerscrossed
#masterbuilders #awards #entry #Saturday #mbawards #construction
#capricorncoast
Category: On the night
Winner: Libby Kelly and Jayden Sharpfrom Murphy Builders
Caption: Winner winner chicken dinner!So proud of @jaydosharp
the newestapprentice of the year! #masterbuilders
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National Award winners
Queensland was well represented at a national level, bringing
home six awards, including thehighly sought after National
Commercial Master Builder of the Year award. r
Master Builders Queensland ExecutiveDirector, Grant Galvin,
congratulated allwinners who represented Queensland at anational
level.
The level of competition at the Master BuildersNational Awards
is extremely high, so wereincredibly proud that our members went
home with six awards from such a strong fi eld of competitors, Mr
Galvin said.
Achieving this recognition at a national level is
one of the highest industry accolades a buildercan receive.
It goes to show that Queenslanders areproducing high quality
projects and that werea force to reckon with on the national
stage.
Queensland winners included:
National Luxury Project Home $1 million to $2 million
Christopher R Smith (Sunshine Coast)
National Commercial/Industry Construction Award $5 million to
$10 million Sheraton Noosa Resort & Spa, Built Qld Pty Limited
(Sunshine Coast)
Winners of the 2014 Master Builders National Excellence in
Building and Construction Awards were recently announced in
Canberra.
National Public Buildings Award $10 million to $50 million Bond
University Abedian School of Architecture, ADCOConstructions Pty
Ltd (Gold Coast)
National Public Buildings Award Over $50 million Gold Coast
University Hospital, Lend Lease Building Pty Ltd (Gold Coast)
National Commercial Master Builder of the Year Gold Coast
University Hospital,rLend Lease Building Pty Ltd (Gold Coast)
Department of Social Services National Lifestyle Housing for
Seniors Multi Unit Development Azure Blue Carina tIntegrated Living
Project, CockramConstruction Limited (Brisbane).
For more information about the National Awards, visit the Master
Builders Australiawebsite at www.masterbuilders.com.au
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National Commercial Master Builder of the Year
Gold Coast University Hospital Lend Lease Building Pty Ltd,
Queensland
National Residential Master Builder of the Year
Touchstone Construction Services Pty Ltd,New South Wales
National Specialist Contractor of the YearMonash University New
Horizons Building82, Clayton Melbourne Facades, Victoria
National Presidents AwardFiona Stanley Hospital Project Brookfi
eld Multiplex Construction, Western Australia
National Apprentice of the YearMartin Lewis, New South Wales
Department of Social Services National Lifestyle Housing for
Seniors Award Purpose Built Detached Dwelling
The Grange Lifestyle Village,Nash Bros Constructions Pty Ltd,New
South Wales
Department of Social Services National Lifestyle Housing for
Seniors Award Multi Unit Development
Azure Blue Carina Integrated Living Project, Cockram
Construction Limited, Queensland
National Export Award Building and Construction Services
The Buchan Group
National Export Award Products and Manufacturing
Starena Australia and Jayline Australia
Wood Solutions National Young Builder of the Year
Serena Giudice, Western Australia
National Environment and Energy Effi ciency Residential Building
Award
Matt Jolley Builder, New South Wales
National Environment and Energy Effi ciency Commercial Building
Award
Melton Library & Learning Hub ADCO Constructions (Vic) Pty
Ltd,Victoria
National Alterations/Additions Award under $150,000
Aspire Constructions, New South Wales
National Alterations/Additions Award $150,000 to $350,000
Barbaro Homes, Western Australia
National Alteration/Additions Award $350,000 to $500,000
Elite Homes (Melb) Pty Ltd, Victoria
National Luxury Alterations/Additions Award over $500,000
Beebo Constructions Pty Ltd,New South Wales
National Display Home under $250,000 The Gateway New Generation
Homes, Western Australia
National Display Home $250,000 to $350,000
Huntley 30 Rawson Homes Pty Limited, New South Wales
Toyota National Display Home $350,000 to $500,000
Glenleigh 44.5 Kurmond Homes, New South Wales
Toyota National Display Home over $500,000
The Curzon Mayfair Homes, Australian Capital Territory
Assa Abloy Lockwood National Project Home under $350,000
Scott Salisbury Homes, South Australia
Assa Abloy Lockwood National Project Home $350,000 to
$500,000
Exterior Dimensions Pty Ltd, South Australia
Assa Abloy Lockwood National Project Home $500,000 to $1
million
Bakker Homes, Newcastle
National Luxury Project Home $1 million to $2 million
Christopher R Smith, Queensland
National Luxury Project Home over $2 million
Touchstone Construction Services Pty Ltd, New South Wales
Cbus National Medium Density 2 to 5 Dwellings
Lyden Builders Pty Ltd, Tasmania
Cbus National Medium Density over 5 Dwellings
DHA 20 Houses Muirhead PTM Group Pty Ltd, Northern Territory
Cbus National High Rise Apartment BuildingEliza Ceerose Pty Ltd,
New South Wales
National Excellence in Workplace Health and Safety Award
Cat and Fiddle Arcade Stage 6 Hansen Yuncken Pty Ltd,
Tasmania
National Commercial Historical Restoration/Renovation Award
Graythwaite Estate Stage 1 Works Carfax Commercial Constructions
Pty Ltd, New South Wales
National Commercial/Industrial Construction Award under $5
million
St Patrick's College Fairbrother Pty Ltd,Tasmania
National Commercial/Industrial Construction Award $5 million to
$10 million
Sheraton Noosa Resort & Spa Built Qld Pty Limited,
Queensland
National Commercial/Industrial Construction Award $10 million to
$20 million
Devonport Aquatic Centre (SPLASH) Vos Construction and Joinery
Pty Ltd, Tasmania
National Commercial/Industrial Construction Award $20 million to
$50 million
Garangula Gallery Manteena, Australian Capital Territory
National Commercial/Industrial Construction Award $50 million to
$100 million
Medical Sciences 2 John Holland Fairbrother Joint
Venture,Tasmania
National Commercial/Industrial Construction Award over $100
million
SA Health and Medical Research Institute Hindmarsh Construction,
South Australia
Toyota National Civil/Infrastructure Award under $25 million
Cullen Bay Pontoon & Gangway Advance Civil Engineering,
Northern Territory
Toyota National Civil/Infrastructure Award over $25 million
Cotter Dam Project Bulk Water Alliance,Australian Capital
Territory
National Public Buildings Award under $5 million
Birubi Point Surf Life Saving Club Hansen Yuncken, Newcastle
National Public Buildings Award $5 million to $10 million
Marryatville Learning Centre Romaldi Constructions Pty Ltd,South
Australia
National Public Buildings Award $10 million to $50 million
Bond University Abedian School of Architecture ADCO
Constructions Pty Ltd,Queensland
National Public Buildings Award over $50 million
Gold Coast University Hospital Lend Lease Building Pty Ltd,
Queensland
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Industry celebrates in style
The Housing & Construction Awards playa pivotal role in
promoting excellence inthe building and construction industryin
Queensland and gives the industry an opportunity to showcase and
celebrate quality workmanship and innovation.
Winning one of these awards provides anexcellent platform for
public acclaim and is agreat publicity tool that members can use
toset their business apart from the competition.
A fantastic night was had by all, with gueststreated to fabulous
food and an entertaining performance by Soul Mystique, who
captivated the audience with their astounding dance andquick
costume change act.
A photo booth provided endless hours of entertainment throughout
the evening, whilelocal band, Top Note, took to the stage afterthe
formalities wrapped up, providing tunes forthe crowd to dance the
night away.
For those who attended, thank you for your support and
enthusiasm the State Awards isa great opportunity for you to see
the fruits of the industrys labour.
Also, many thanks to those memberswho continue to support the
Housing &Construction Awards program its your contribution and
commitment to excellencethat continues to ensure its ongoing
success.
Entries for the 2015 Housing & ConstructionAwards will open
in February.
Queenslands State Housing & Construction Awards winners were
announced in September at Brisbane City Hall.
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Boost in confi dence across QueenslandMaster Builders latest
Survey of Industry Conditions regional snapshots for the September
2014 quarter have revealed the fi rst positive move in business
confi dence since the 2013 federal election.
Reports & statistics
While the reality of the end of the resources boom continues to
be felt for many regions, it is reassuring that confi dence appears
to be levelling at a relatively high point.
For the most part, the trends of the previous quarter continued
in September.
Although the south east corner continues to lead the way, with
the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast regions being the standout
performers, Far North Queensland had a signifi cant surge forward
off a low base.
Unfortunately the resources regions of Mackay & Whitsunday
and Central Queensland continued to struggle, however despite
challenging business conditions, both turnover and profi tability
are expected to improve further over the next quarter.
The key constraints across most regions were once again the
level of demand, planning approval processes, and infrastructure
charges.
Labour costs is an area of concern in regions with a less fl
exible labour market, dominated by the resources sector. There are
signs, however, that the labour market is already beginning to
respond to the downturn, moving to the new growth areas such as the
Sunshine Coast.
Despite the challenges, there is a positive outlook for the
future across much of the state.
These latest results go hand-in-hand with the recent positive
result for building approvals (read more on page 28) and paint an
optimistic picture for the building and construction industry in
most regions across the state.
conditions, both turnover and profi tability are expected to
improve further over the next quarter.
picture for the building and construction industry in most
regions acrossthe state.
Fast fact: Queensland became a separate state from New South
Wales back in 1859 after Queen Victorias approval.
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Brisbane Industry confi dence remained high,
recovering the small loss made in theprevious quarter
Trading conditions for the residential sector jumped ahead over
the quarter and although the commercial sector lostsome ground,
conditions still remained comfortably within positive territory
Turnover and profi tability moderated but are expected to surge
forward over the next quarter
Few businesses are reporting a shortage inskilled labour
Lacklustre level of demand remained the most critical constraint
on business growthin Brisbane
Gold Coast Industry confi dence held steady during the
September 2014 quarter
Trading conditions for the residential sectormoved into positive
territory, however thecommercial sector lost some ground madeover
the previous quarter
Turnover and profi tability dropped awayslightly
Employment levels held steady
Wage levels have come under pressure, with28% reporting an
increase over the quarter
The most critical constraint on businessgrowth in the September
2014 quarter wasthe lacklustre level of demand.
Sunshine Coast Industry confi dence remained at a high
level during the September 2014 quarter
Trading conditions for both residential andcommercial building
remained well within positive territory, despite losing some of the
gain made in the previous quarter
Turnover remained comfortably withinpositive territory
Employment levels in the industry improved slightly over the
three months toSeptember 2014
The lacklustre level of demand remainedthe most critical
constraint on businessgrowth on the Sunshine Coast.
Burnett Wide Bay Industry confi dence held steady, remaining
at a high level
The residential sector dropped further into negative territory,
however the commercialsector surged forward into strong positive
territory
Turnover and profi tability fell sharply,losing much of the gain
from the previousquarter
Employment prospects improved, with the majority of businesses
(76%) now expecting to hold their current staffi nglevels
steady
The level of demand remained the mostcritical constraint on
business growth inthe region.
Darling Downs & South West Queensland Industry confi dence
dropped away slightly
during the September 2014 quarter butremained within positive
territory
Trading conditions for both residential andcommercial sectors
eased off at the sametime as Toowoomba Regional
Councilsinfrastructure charges concession came toan end
Both turnover and profi tability held steady
Employment levels held steady, with 82%anticipating that they
will be able to retaintheir existing workforce
Wage growth pressure continued
Labour costs continued to be the mostcritical constraint on
business growth inDarling Downs & South West Queensland.
Central Queensland Business confi dence dropped away over
the quarter, returning to negative territory
While still at low levels, both the residentialand commercial
sectors showed a strongimprovement
Turnover and profi tability improved, butstill remain in
negative territory
Fewer businesses reported reductions inemployment levels
The lacklustre level of demand was themost critical constraint
on business growth,along with problems with mortgagevaluation aff
ecting access to fi nance.
Mackay & Whitsunday Business confi dence remained in
negative
territory over the September 2014 quarter
Conditions in the commercial andresidential sectors are still
grim
Even in the face of challenging businessconditions, both
turnover and profi tabilityimproved over the September quarter
Employment levels held steady, withthe majority (58%) of
businesses now reporting that they expect to maintaincurrent staffi
ng levels
Apprentice employment was subjected to increased pressure as
businesses areunwilling to make long-term commitments
Wage growth pressure held steady over thequarter
The low level of demand remained the most critical constraint on
business growth in the region.
North Queensland Industry confi dence held steady during the
September 2014 quarter, maintaining a positive outlook
The residential sector experienced a strong improvement in
trading conditions,however this was not matched in thecommercial
sector
Both turnover and profi tability dropped slightly over the
quarter
Employment levels held steady over the September quarter
The outlook for apprenticeships improvedstrongly with 40% of
respondentsexpecting to increase their apprentice levels
Wage levels strengthened with nearly a third of respondents
reporting strongerwage levels
The level of demand was the most critical constraint on business
growth in North Queensland.
Far North Queensland Business confi dence surged forward
slightly during the September 2014 quarter,reaching the highest
level in the history of the survey
Trading conditions for both the residentialand commercial
sectors experienced amarked improvement
Turnover and profi tability returned to positivity territory for
the fi rst time in two years
Both employment and apprenticeship levels in the industry were
fairly stable overthe quarter
Wage levels were steady across Far North Queensland and should
continue to remain so into the December quarter
The lacklustre level of demand was the most critical constraint
on business growth in the region.
Master Builders Survey of Industry Conditions provide
information and analysis on industry expectations and business
performance, based on a survey of Master Builders members
acrossQueensland. For copies of the report, visit
www.masterbuilders.asn.au/sic
Reports & statistics
Fast fact: Bellenden Ker in north Queensland has the highest
annual rainfall in the whole of Australia.
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Building fi gures refl ect state-wide drop in unit approvalsThe
latest Queensland building approvals fi gures, released recently
bythe Australian Bureau of Statistics, weakened during September
due to a drop in the multi-unit sector.
The 8% drop in dwelling unit approvals over the month (3,243 to
2,985,seasonally adjusted) was no cause for concern amongst the
industry.
These monthly fi gures are typically volatile and can be
entirelyattributed to the multi-unit sector, which dropped 20% in
September.
Looking at approvals for detached houses, the fi gures held
steadythroughout the month, increasing by 0.7%.
From a longer-term perspective, Queensland building approvals
are stillstrong, up 22% from the previous 12 months.
This increase has been driven primarily by multi-unit approvals,
which increased 32.5% over the 12 months, while approvals for
detachedhouses grew by 14.5%.
Reports & statistics
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Region September 2014 August 2014 % change over the monthTotal
current
12 monthsTotal previous
12 months% change over
12 months
Greater Brisbane 1,895 1,879 0.9% 21,111 15,206 38.8%
Gold Coast 269 373 -27.9% 4,522 3,055 48.0%
Sunshine Coast 278 321 -13.4% 3,134 1,920 63.2%
Darling Downs & South West Qld 172 144 19.4% 2,088 1,764
18.4%
Wide Bay 130 147 -11.6% 1,465 1,239 18.2%
Central Qld 83 79 5.1% 1,332 3,005 -55.7%
Mackay 52 48 8.3% 1,184 2,451 -51.7%
North Qld 183 158 15.8% 1,915 1,683 13.8%
Far North Qld 85 96 -11.5% 1,090 840 29.8%
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New campaign to help workers understand
their rights
During this campaign, FWO will be contactingemployers to talk
about minimum wages,penalty rates and allowances, overtime, pay
slips and record-keeping.
Hundreds of construction businesses willcome under scrutiny and
both residential andcommercial builders will be monitored, as well
as electricians, plumbers, painters anddecorators, tilers and
carpenters, bricklayers, concreters, landscapers and
plasterers.
Master Builders supports the state andfederal governments
position of employersmeeting their obligations and paying worker
entitlements at or above the award. We believeit is important the
FWO undertakes compliancework as an educational and support
activityrather than strict compliance.
Throughout this campaign, Master Builders will continue to
support our members by givingguidance and advice on worker
entitlements.In fact, our Workplace Relations Team handlesover
3,000 workplace enquiries per year, fromwages and employment
matters, to WorkCover, apprentices and other human
resources-related matters.
The construction industry covers a broad range of trades,
allowances and entitlements. If youare an employer who is unsure of
the correctpayment, contact the FWO or Master Builders if you are a
member.
As well as providing assistance for members, we have introduced
training courses, like theCertifi cate IV in Building &
Construction, to assist members transition from worker to
The Australian Government Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has launched
a national construction campaign to help employers and employees
working in the building and construction industry to understand
their rights and obligations at work.
Employment & wages
employer. This course covers multiple unitssuch as occupational
health and safety, project management and contract management, all
designed to meet the needs of builders and managers wishing to
obtain the technical qualifi cations for the Queensland Building
and Construction Commission (QBCC) Builder Low Rise licence.
Throughout the campaign businesses will beselected at random,
however some employerswho have previously come to the attention of
the FWO will also be included.
FWO have advised that inspectors can issue on-the-spot fi nes of
up to $2,550, and in the event of a matter warranting legal action,
companies can be penalised up to $51,000 per breach and individuals
up to $10,200 per breach.
If you are an employer who is contacted by theFWO regarding an
audit, please be advised that you are obliged to comply with the
request.
For further advice on any workplacerelations matters, including
the national construction campaign and what it meansfor you, please
call 1300 30 50 10 or email
[email protected]
Fast fact: Master Builders Workplace Relations Team handles over
3,000 workplace enquiries per year.
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Streamlining of the OHS Accreditation Scheme
The purpose of the review was to explorehow the scheme could be
streamlined andmodernised, while still maintaining the high safety
standards required for accreditation.
As a result of the review, the Offi ce of the Federal Safety
Commissioner has recently announced improvements to the scheme.
These improvements are scheduled to comeinto eff ect from 1 January
2015.
The Review to Modernise the Offi ce of theFederal Safety
Commissioner and the AustralianGovernment Building and Construction
OHS Accreditation Scheme Report outlines the keyimprovements to be
made which include:
Increasing fi nancial thresholdsThe schemes fi nancial
thresholds (the value of projects at which use of accredited
builders becomes a requirement) will be increased by $1 million
(for both directly and indirectly Commonwealth-funded projects) to
refl ectprice movements since 2007.
Domestic housing The scheme will no longer apply to
therelatively small number of Commonwealth-funded projects
involving the construction of single-dwelling houses (nor
alteration, extension or refurbishment).
Multiunit residential projects (such as townhouses, duplexes and
apartments) thatare above the fi nancial thresholds will continue
to be covered.
Removing the prerequisite for AS/NZS 4801:2001 Building and
construction companies seeking (or maintaining) accreditation under
the scheme will no longer need certifi cation to Australian
Standard AS4801 (or equivalent). The schemescriteria and auditing
are far more extensive.
Unaccredited builders can undertake scheme projects through a
joint venture arrangement Unaccredited builders will be able
toundertake Commonwealth-funded buildingwork as a head contractor
so long as they arein a joint venture with an accredited company
and operate under the partners schemeaccredited systems.
This arrangement was previously only availableto international
companies. The accreditedpartner will risk losing their
accreditation if the unaccredited partner fails to adhere to
theschemes requirements.
Extending maximum period of accreditation The maximum period for
accreditation (or reaccreditation) will be increased from
threeyears to up to six years (but only for companies with a strong
compliance record). Existingaccreditation periods cannot be
extended.
The reaccreditation process will also bestreamlined and the
paperwork signifi cantlyreduced, particularly for companies with a
strong compliance record.
A targeted, risk-based compliance model A new risk-based
compliance model will beintroduced to better target audit resources
to companies with a higher risk of non-compliance.
All companies can expect more regular siteaudits, but the
compliance burden will bereduced for companies that consistently
demonstrate high performance in complyingwith the scheme over
time.
Over the past year, Master Builders members have provided
important feedback to the Department of Employment during a review
into the Offi ce of the Federal Safety Commissioner and Australian
Government Building and Construction OHS Accreditation Scheme.
Health, safety & environmentStephanie Gaylard Manager
Workplace Health & Safety
Streamlined application processes and improved guidance material
A range of changes will be made to how thescheme is administered by
the Offi ce of theFederal Safety Commissioner (OFSC). Theseinclude
clearer guidance material to assist companies to become accredited
and how tobetter prepare for the audit process.
An online portal and application process is expected by around
April 2015. This will include assistance on how to complete the
application.
The OFSC also proposes to enhance its education and
communications material to better disseminate information about
best practice safety standards across the buildingindustry.
Increased recognition of scheme accreditation by states and
territories
During 2015, it is anticipated that schemeaccreditation will
automatically meet the work health and safety application
requirements of all state and territory prequalifi cation schemes
for their civil and commercial constructionprojects.
International companies A number of the improvements to the
scheme will assist international, as well as domestic, fi rms in
the accreditation process andsubsequent compliance approach.
The Government has agreed that any opportunities to further
increase access for international companies should beinvestigated,
but that competitive neutrality for domestic building companies
will bemaintained.
Australian Government agencies Agencies will be required to
provide advancenotice of upcoming tenders, commencementof scheme
tender processes and ensureadherence to scheme requirements.
Thiswill also allow the OFSC to better target its educational and
communication resources to areas where a high volume of
Commonwealth-funded building and construction work is expected to
occur.
A review into the scheme criteria itself will be undertaken
early next year. Master Builders will be involved in this review,
and will be seekingfeedback from members to assist with this
process.
For more information about the review, or for a full copy of the
review report, contact Master Builders on 3225 6404.
Alternatively,call the Offi ce of Federal Safety Commissioner on
1800 65 25 00.
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