Overview

Manual labour is essential in various sectors of the economy. Some farmers use traditional farming methods to grow bananas and root vegetables. The tourism industry relies on manual labour for hospitality services and facility maintenance. Construction workers perform tasks like masonry and carpentry for different types of projects. Additionally, most companies employ manual labour in small-scale manufacturing, transportation logistics, and informal economy activities.

Based on the Wages Councils Act Cap 217, the Government regulates the minimum wages in SVG. The Wages Regulation (Industrial Workers) Order 2024 was gazetted on 29 February 2024 and came into Force on 1 March 2024. The Government also has several legislations that regulate trade unions, recruitment of workers, and protection of employment.

For more information on the minimum wages, visit the Ministry of Labour website: https://dol.gov.vc/dol/index.php/current-minimum-wages

Labour Rates Overview