Rotationsgehalt
Rotationsgehalt, often translated as rotation salary or shift allowance, refers to additional compensation paid to employees who work in rotating shift systems. This type of salary structure is common in industries that operate continuously or require round-the-clock staffing, such as manufacturing, healthcare, transportation, and emergency services. The core principle behind Rotationsgehalt is to compensate employees for the disruption to their personal lives and potential health impacts associated with irregular working hours.
The specific structure of Rotationsgehalt can vary significantly. It may involve a fixed supplement to the