5:2 Roster Salary Calculator – Five On, Two Off Pay Breakdown
The 5:2 roster — five days on, two days off — mirrors the traditional Monday-to-Friday work week but with 12-hour site shifts. Popular in manufacturing, processing, and administration roles, this predictable schedule gives you every weekend off and is the most family-friendly roster pattern available in the resources sector.
What Is a 5:2 Roster?
A 5:2 roster means you work five consecutive days followed by two days off, repeating weekly. That's approximately 261 working days per year with 12-hour shifts. While it doesn't carry the FIFO premium of longer-swing rosters, the 5:2 offers unmatched predictability and stability. Workers on this pattern benefit from regular routines, weekend social life, and consistent childcare arrangements. It's standard for site-based roles in manufacturing, processing plants, and mine administration.
Industries That Use the 5:2 Roster
Pros & Cons of the 5:2 Roster
Advantages
Disadvantages
Working Days Per Year on a 5:2 Roster
261
Working days/year
104
Days off/year
52.1
Cycles per year
Example Salary Estimates – 5:2 Roster
Based on 12-hour shifts and 261 working days per year. Figures are gross annual income before tax, super, and allowances.
| Hourly Rate | Est. Annual Gross Income |
|---|---|
| $42/hr | $131,544 |
| $49/hr | $153,468 |
| $56/hr | $175,392 |
| $62/hr | $194,184 |
* Estimates only. Actual pay may vary based on penalty rates, allowances, overtime, and employer agreements. Use the calculator below for a detailed breakdown including Australian tax rates.
Calculate Your Exact 5:2 Roster Pay
Get a detailed breakdown of your take-home pay including Australian tax, superannuation, allowances, and penalty rates.
Who Is the 5:2 Roster Best For?
- Site-based workers
- Families
- Predictable schedule