Hr Truck Driver Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Hr Truck Drivers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $75,176 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $65,000 and $85,000. That sits 12% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $85,000. Figures are based on 21 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 15th percentile in Brisbane
💰 Hr Truck Driver · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$65,000 – $85,000
Median: $75,176
Mid level $65,000 – $85,000
Overall $65k–$85k Mid $65k–$85k $63k $67k $72k $77k $82k $87k
⚠ Low confidence 21 listings · 05/07/2026

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. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $65,000 Median  $75,176 $85,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

A thin market (21 listings, demand score 15) puts the median at $75,176, 12% below Brisbane's all-roles median. Sydney pays slightly more for the same licence at $77.8k. The tight $65k to $85k band reflects a defined driving role where the licence class sets the rate. Based on a small sample of 21, treat this as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $75,176)

Weekly (net)
~$1,130
Monthly (net)
~$4,898
Annual (net)
~$58,774
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $83,821

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 Hr Truck Driver in Brisbane?
An HR-licensed driver in Brisbane starts near the $65k floor. Reaching the $85k top comes from the freight type and hours: interstate, tanker or specialised loads pay above local distribution, and consistent overtime lifts annual earnings within a narrow band. The HR licence is the entry gate; upgrading toward HC or MC is what pushes pay higher.
Is $75,176 a good salary in Brisbane?
Depends. At $75,176 the median is 12% below Brisbane's $85k all-roles median and nets roughly $59k after tax, which is workable in a mid-cost city. That gap is normal for the role, not a concern. The pay is steady and licence-driven, with modest upside from overtime and load type rather than negotiation.
How much does a Senior Hr Truck Driver make in Brisbane?
There is no senior tier here; the ceiling sits near $85k. The real step up is a licence upgrade to HC or MC, which opens higher-paying line-haul and heavy-combination work. Moving into specialised freight (fuel, dangerous goods, oversize) or a transport-supervisor role is the route past $85k.

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City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $75,176 —
Sydney $77,814 +4%

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