Maintenance Electrician Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Maintenance Electricians in Sydney earn a median salary of $116,810 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $93,974 and $149,250. That sits 23% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 22 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 18th percentile in Sydney
💰 Maintenance Electrician · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$93,974 – $149,250
Median: $116,810
Mid level $93,974 – $149,250
Overall $93k–$149k Mid $93k–$149k $91k $103k $116k $128k $141k $153k
⚠ Low confidence 22 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%  $93,974 Median  $116,810 $149,250  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

At $116.8k the median runs 23% above Sydney's $95k baseline, a solid premium for a licensed trade, and the band is wide, $94k to $149k. The spread reflects the gap between building-services maintenance and industrial or high-voltage work. Related site and estimating roles pay more for those who move off maintenance. With 22 listings, treat it as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $116,810)

Weekly (net)
~$1,655
Monthly (net)
~$7,170
Annual (net)
~$86,044
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $130,243

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 Maintenance Electrician in Sydney?
Maintenance electricians in Sydney start near the $94k p10, already strong because the A Grade licence clears the entry bar. Industrial, data-centre, or HV maintenance work, plus after-hours and on-call availability, is what carries someone toward the $149k top of the band.
Is $116,810 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes. At $116.8k the median runs 23% above Sydney's baseline and nets around $86k, strong for a trade in an expensive city. The licence and the essential nature of maintenance work underwrite the premium, so this is a durable position.
How much does a Senior Maintenance Electrician make in Sydney?
The sample shows a single band topping near $149k, driven by industrial and HV work rather than a formal grade. Reaching it means specialist high-voltage or critical-facility maintenance, with the move into electrical supervision or estimating, where Sydney listings run higher, the usual next step.

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