17/02/2026
A new enterprise agreement between the Government and ambulance officers for a wage rise and improved conditions has taken effect, after being approved by the South Australian Employment Tribunal (SAET).
The agreement delivers a total wage rise of 13.5% over four annual increases backdated from December 2025 until December 2028 for approximately 2,200 workers.
Other highlights of the agreement include:
- Additional pay points and classification increments
- Penalty payments for end of shift overtime increasing to 200%
- Increased Regional Incentive Payments
- Improved paid primary carer leave and paid partner leave
- Professional development allowance of $1,200 per year
The agreement was endorsed by 90 per cent of employees who took part in the ballot.