Shift Calculator
Calculate work hours, overtime, and shift pay. Calculate shift schedules, break times, and work hour calculations for accurate payroll.
Shift Calculator
Shift Results
Enter shift times to calculate hours and pay
Shift Work Information
Common Shift Types
- • Day Shift: 6 AM - 2 PM
- • Evening Shift: 2 PM - 10 PM
- • Night Shift: 10 PM - 6 AM
- • Split Shift: Two separate work periods
- • Rotating Shift: Alternating shift schedules
Overtime Rules
- • Daily Overtime: Over 8 hours per day
- • Weekly Overtime: Over 40 hours per week
- • Overtime Rate: 1.5x regular rate
- • Double Time: 2x regular rate (some states)
- • Holiday Pay: Additional holiday rates
About the Shift Calculator
Our free shift calculator helps you work out pay for shift work: regular hours, overtime, and penalty rates. Enter hours and rates for different shift types. Useful for Australian awards and rosters. For standard pay and overtime use our pay calculator and overtime calculator.
You may also find our pay calculator and overtime calculator useful.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are penalty rates?
Penalty rates are higher pay for unsocial hours (e.g. night, weekend, public holiday). Rates depend on your award or agreement.
How do I calculate shift pay?
Multiply hours in each shift type by the applicable rate (e.g. ordinary, time-and-a-half, double time) and add them. This calculator does that when you enter hours and rates.
Does this cover Australian awards?
Rates and conditions vary by award. Use this calculator as a guide and confirm with your award or Fair Work.