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Subcontractor insurance

Subcontractors need to look out for themselves. Let us look out for you by arranging the right cover for your business.

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Cover we can arrange

Public liability insurance

If you accidentally injure or damage the property of a client or third party, you may be liable to compensate them for their loss or injury – and the legal costs incurred. Public liability provides financial cover for your business up to the liability limit you choose.

Personal accident insurance

Personal accident or injury insurance can help compensate for serious injury or death as the result of an accident. Depending on the policy you choose, personal accident insurance can provide financial cover against loss of income, medical bills and other expenses.

Tools and equipment cover

As the saying goes, a tradie is only as good as their tools. If your tools are damaged, lost or stolen, it can be an expensive exercise to get them replaced. Make sure your tools and equipment are covered for replacement or repair if damage or loss occurs.

Additional cover we can arrange

Product and services

Professional indemnity cover

Protect your business against claims of misleading advice, breach of duty and negligence with professional indemnity cover.

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Personal

Personal accident cover

With personal accident cover you can be sure your medical expenses are covered in the event of an on-the-job injury.

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Product and services

Business vehicle cover

Need to travel from one job to another to keep your business running? Marsh can arrange business vehicle cover tailored to your needs.

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Why Marsh?

Why should you choose Marsh to arrange your insurance solutions?

Trusted by 130 associations

We are proud to be the endorsed insurance broker for more than 130 Australian industry groups and member associations, developing insurance solutions that help meet the risk and insurance needs of businesses across a variety of industries.

Local expertise

Our Australia-wide network of brokers have spent years at the coalface supporting business owners manage their unique risks in a fast-changing market. They keep ahead of the latest market insights both local and global and break down the jargon into your language.

Claims support

Handling an insurance claim can quickly become overwhelming, not least when your time is stretched to the limit keeping your business going in the backdrop. We help take the load off and manage, negotiate and settle claims with insurers on your behalf.

Single project cover

We can arrange cover for individual projects – on a case-by-case or ad hoc basis – when you need it most. Large-scale projects and those in natural catastrophe zones may suit this form of cover well.

Industry knowledge

Our specialised broking team understands the unique risk exposures faced by subcontractors. For cover that manages your specific needs, have your insurance arranged by Marsh’s experts.

Risk management plans

Our dedicated construction brokers are experts in your industry. We can offer you risk management and insurance advice that’s tailored to your needs – and put a risk management plan in place.

Why use a broker?

Choosing business insurance means navigating through products, coverages and policy terminology – with a sales pitch as your only guide. An experienced broker will spot your unique set of risks, match you to the right choice, and advocate for you on price.

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Frequently asked questions

For public liability, there is no difference in cover requirements from state to state. Other cover requirements can vary. 

For advice specific to your site and cover needs, contact a specialised Marsh broker today.

Public liability insurance typically doesn’t change regardless of your business structure.

For specific advice on other cover options, it pays to speak to the experts. Contact a Marsh representative for guidance today.

The amount of public liability insurance subcontractors need largely depends on the companies they are contracting to – and the job you’re doing.

For some, the minimum amount – which is $5 million in Australia – is acceptable.

Other companies, especially if work takes place in public, will have a requirement of $10 million to $20 million in public liability insurance.

Our team of specialists can help you work this out and provide quotes.

The answer, almost always, is no. There are a few exceptions, but the main contractor’s public liability insurance will generally not cover a subcontractor in the event of a claim.

If you are subcontracting to a company and they claim you will be covered under their insurance, it’s best to get written confirmation.

Yes. We can arrange monthly instalments* with a premium funder, provided you meet certain criteria.

To arrange monthly payments, talk to one of our dedicated Marsh insurance brokers.

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For engineers, careful risk management is key. Let us arrange insurance tailored to you – so you can stay focused on innovation.

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Tradies insurance

Our experienced trades team can arrange comprehensive cover at competitive rates – and get you a certificate of currency on the same day.

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Insurance premium funding

Insurance can be a lifeline. But lump sum premiums can be a hindrance. Pay in monthly instalments with premium funding arranged by Marsh.

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Business vehicle cover

Need to travel from one job to another to keep your business running? Marsh can arrange business vehicle cover tailored to your needs.

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Business interruption

A storm, cyber attack or machinery breakdown can grind your business to a halt. Arrange business interruption cover to keep things moving.

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Marsh Advantage Insurance Pty Ltd (ABN 31 081 358 303, AFSL 238369) (“Marsh”) arranges the general insurance (i.e. not the Discretionary Trust Arrangement) and is not the insurer. This page contains general information and does not take into account your individual objectives, financial situation or needs. For full details of the terms, conditions and limitations of the covers, refer to the specific policy wordings and/or Product Disclosure Statements available from Marsh on request. Marsh makes no representation or warranty concerning the application of policy wordings or the financial condition or solvency of insurers or re-insurers. Marsh makes no assurances regarding the availability, cost, or terms of insurance coverage. Any statements concerning actuarial, tax, accounting, or legal matters are based solely on our experience as insurance brokers and risk consultants and are not to be relied upon as actuarial, accounting, tax, or legal advice, for which you should consult your own professional advisors. The Discretionary Trust Arrangement is issued by the Trustee, JLT Group Services Pty Ltd (ABN 26 004 485 214, AFSL 417964) (“JGS”). Any advice or dealing in relation to the Discretionary Trust Arrangement is provided by JLT Risk Solutions Pty Ltd (ABN 69 009 098 864, AFSL 226 827) (“JLT”). JGS and JLT are businesses of Marsh McLennan. The cover provided by the Discretionary Trust Arrangement is subject to the Trustee’s discretion and/or the relevant policy terms, conditions and exclusions.

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