Enterprise agreement

The ACCC Enterprise Agreement 2016–2019, which came into effect in December 2016, continues to operate in conjunction with a Public Service Act 1999 (Cth) s. 24(1) determination that supplements the agreement’s existing salary and allowance entitlements. Some people covered by the enterprise agreement perform roles with responsibilities that are above the expectations for their classification. In some instances proposals are made to remunerate these people above the salary cap for their classification. Proposals are considered under clause 11 of the Enterprise Agreement (Individual Flexibility Arrangement), are consistent with the ACCC/AER Individual Flexibility Arrangement Policy and require endorsement by the Executive Management Board.

Senior executive remuneration

Remuneration for ACCC and AER members is determined by the Remuneration Tribunal in accordance with:

• the Remuneration Tribunal Act 1973 (Cth)
• the Remuneration Tribunal (Remuneration and Allowances for Holders of Full-time Public Office) Determination 2018.

Mandatory executive remuneration reporting is detailed in Appendix 3: Mandatory executive remuneration reporting.

Determinations

SES employees are subject to individual determinations covering remuneration, leave and a range of other employment conditions. Determinations are made in accordance with the Public Service Act 1999 and ACCC/AER SES remuneration policies, and approved by the Chief Operating Officer or Chair. Other benefits covered in SES determinations can include allowances, performance pay and superannuation.

Common law contracts and Australian Workplace Agreements

No employees were covered by common law contracts or Australian Workplace Agreements in 2019–20.

Non-salary benefits

Non-salary benefits provided to employees under the Enterprise Agreement include:

• options for home-based work
• ability to work part time
• flexible working arrangements
• access to different leave types
• influenza vaccinations
• access to the Employee Assistance Program.