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QLD Back to Work
A wage subsidy for Queensland employers who hire eligible long-term unemployed jobseekers — helping both the employer and the employee to benefit from work.
Indicative amount
$10,000–$15,000 per eligible hire
Indicative amount only — confirm on the official page
What you get
Employers receive $10,000–$15,000 wage subsidy over 12 months for hiring eligible long-term unemployed Queenslanders. The employee receives secure employment; the employer is supported to take on staff.
Who it's for
Relevant life events: job loss
How to apply
1. Employers register with the QLD Back to Work portal. 2. Hire an eligible long-term unemployed person for at least 12 months. 3. Receive subsidy payments in instalments over the employment period.
Documents you may need
- ABN
- Evidence of new employment contract
- Employee eligibility confirmation (employment history)
Informational only — confirm exact requirements on the official page.
You will be taken to www.desbt.qld.gov.au
Last reviewed by AusSchemes: 20 April 2026