Increase in statutory minimum wage as of January 1, 2026

As of January 1, 2026, the statutory minimum wage will be increased by 2.16%. Whether you work through BergWerk or are employed directly by an employer, you always earn at least the legal minimum wage.

The statutory minimum wage applies to employees aged 21 and over. Fixed minimum youth wages, which are derived from this amount, apply to employees under the age of 21.

What is the minimum hourly wage as of January 1, 2026?

Below you will find the gross minimum hourly wage per age:

• 15 years: € 4.41
• 16 years: € 5.07
• 17 years: € 5.81
• 18 years: € 7.36
• 19 years: € 8.83
• 20 years: € 11.77
• 21 years and over: € 14.71

Is your employer covered by a collective labor agreement with a higher salary? Then that higher salary obviously also applies to you, regardless of whether you have a permanent contract or work through BergWerk. Do you work via BergWerk? You will then always receive a personal message when your wages change as a result of collective labor agreements and/or legal changes.

New collective labor agreement for temporary workers as of January 1, 2026

You may have already heard it: the new collective labor agreement for temporary workers will come into effect on January 1, 2026. In many important parts, such as wages, holidays, travel costs and allowances, you as a temporary worker already receive the same remuneration as permanent employees.

From January 1, 2026, the employment conditions of the collective labor agreement of the client where you work will also be added. We explain clearly and clearly what this means for you in the personal terms and conditions that you will receive from us in December.

Would you like more general information now? Then read our blog: A new collective labor agreement. 2026: new ABU collective labor agreement for temporary workers – BergWerk

Check your pay slip
It is always wise to check your pay slip carefully, especially after a wage change. Therefore, take a moment to carefully check this.

In most cases, wage adjustments are processed automatically. Yet it may happen that something is overlooked. Therefore, check whether the gross hourly wage on your pay slip corresponds to the agreements made and communicated with you.

In addition, check whether your hours worked and any allowances, such as overtime, have been processed correctly. Do you see something that you think is wrong? Please feel free to contact us so that we can explain and, if necessary, adjust it.

Working via BergWerk
At BergWerk you get more than just a job. Of course you will be rewarded according to the client's collective labor agreement, but we are happy to look beyond that. Do you have ambitions or do you want to develop yourself further? Then we would like to think along with you.

Whether you want to learn new skills, take a course or take steps in your career, we support you where possible. Are you interested in a specific training or education? Please contact your contact person at BergWerk. Together we will see what suits you best.

Your efforts do not go unnoticed by us. By showing what you can do, new opportunities will naturally arise. Whether you are just starting out or already have experience, we are ready to help you!

Looking for your ideal job?
View our vacancies and apply immediately. Is the job you are looking for not listed? No problem. Contact us on 0341 – 453 309 or feel free to drop by.

Tell us what you are good at and what your ambitions are, and we will look for a job together that really suits you. Even if you don't know exactly which direction you want to go yet, we are happy to help you!