Workers

Entitlements under the LeavePlus scheme will accrue where the required amount of service is accumulated on a continuous basis. A Break in Service occurs when there is an interruption of *4 years or more to the performance of construction work (*interruptions of up to 4 years are allowed from 1 December 1997 onwards, prior to this date an interruption of 2 years breaks service).

Where there is a Break in Service, the Service recorded with Leaveplus before the gap will become Inactive Service and will not count towards your continuous Service. This means future reported Service will not be a continuation of previously recorded service.

Applying for an ‘Approved Break in Service’

If you had been working in the Construction Industry or medically unable to work during the gap period, you may be eligible for an approved Break in Service.

An approved Break in Service allows future (or current) service to be recognised as a continuation of previously recorded service.

There are four circumstances that can qualify for an approved Break in Service:

• Being off work due to an injury sustained at work and you were receiving WorkCover (or income protection) payments
• Being off work due an illness or injury upon medical advice (Medical Incapacity)
• Performing Construction Work interstate
• Performing Construction Work as a Working Subcontractor in Victoria.

To submit your Break in Service Investigation Request, log in to the LeavePlus portal and complete the Break in Service form.

What Information do I need to complete a Break in Service request?

You will need to provide the following to complete your Break in Service Request:

• LeavePlus registration number
• Personal details
• Business details (Working Subcontractors only).

What documentation do I need to provide?

You will need to provide different forms of documentation depending on the reason for your Break in Service. Documentation must cover the date range you are raising the request for.

Please refer to the table below for the proof that’s required.

Note: If adequate proof is not provided, we will not be able to investigate your Break in Service request. Your previously recorded Service may not count towards your eligibility for Long Service Leave Benefits.