Administration Officer Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Administration Officers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $70,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $60,000 and $100,000. That sits 22% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 110 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 4% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +4 listings vs last month
💰 Administration Officer · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$60,000 – $100,000
Median: $70,000
Apr $69k
May $70k
→ Stable

Based on 2-month data — short-term movement only.

Mid level $60,000 – $100,000
Overall $60k–$100k Mid $60k–$100k $58k $67k $76k $85k $94k $103k
High confidence 110 listings (+4 vs last month) · 01/06/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Understanding the Brisbane Market

Brisbane Administration Officers earned $70,000 in May, up slightly from $69,550 in April, across 110 listings (the city's 96th percentile for demand). The 57% spread from $60k to $100k is driven by a long senior tail: the mid-level median is $69,160 while the p90 reaches $100,000, reflecting a portion of more complex project or operations administration roles at the upper end. At 22% below Brisbane's all-roles median, this is a clear administrative support pay band rather than a market-premium role.

Take Home Pay (based on median $70,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,065
Monthly (net)
~$4,615
Annual (net)
~$55,383
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $78,050

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Administration Officer in Brisbane?
Entry-level Administration Officers in Brisbane earn $60,000 to $69,160 at the mid level. Government and construction sector administration roles tend to pay at the upper end of the range, even at entry level, due to the volume and complexity of documentation management in those environments.
Is $70,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
At $70,000 and 22% below Brisbane's all-roles median, this is below market. Brisbane has moderate living costs, so $70k provides reasonable purchasing power without luxury. The Administration Assistant role pays $67,184 in Brisbane for often similar work, confirming the officer title carries a modest premium.
How much does a Senior Administration Officer make in Brisbane?
Brisbane Administration Officers can reach $100,000 at the p90, though the typical ceiling is $80,000 to $85,000 for most mid-career roles. Reaching the upper range typically requires managing a team of admin support staff or stepping into a project administration or operations coordination function.

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Administration Officer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $70,000 —
Perth $70,000 ~same
Adelaide $65,337 -7%
Melbourne $65,000 -7%
Sydney $65,000 -7%

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