Maintenance Fitter Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Maintenance Fitters in Melbourne earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $85,000 and $123,068. That sits 9% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $91,520. Figures are based on 34 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 54th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +8 listings vs last month
💰 Maintenance Fitter · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$85,000 – $123,068
Median: $100,000
Apr $100k
May $100k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $85,000 – $123,068
Overall $85k–$123k Mid $85k–$123k $82k $91k $100k $109k $117k $126k
Moderate confidence 34 listings (+8 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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Bottom 10%  $85,000 Median  $100,000 $123,068  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Maintenance Fitters in Melbourne earned $100,000 at the median in May, unchanged from April, with 34 listings (up 8 from last month). Listing volume growth while the median holds flat is a stable and positive signal for this trade. At 9.3% above Melbourne's all-roles median, the role earns a real premium reflecting trade qualification and the technical complexity of maintaining industrial plant and equipment. The 38% spread from $85,000 to $123,068 reflects variation between manufacturing facility roles and higher-paying resources or utilities maintenance positions.

Take Home Pay (based on median $100,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,443
Monthly (net)
~$6,253
Annual (net)
~$75,033
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $111,500

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 Fitter in Melbourne?
Maintenance Fitters in Melbourne start at $85,000 at the p10. Most roles at this level require a completed mechanical fitting trade certificate and relevant experience across hydraulics, pneumatics, or conveyor systems. Reaching the $100,000 median typically requires four to six years of post-trade experience across multiple equipment types in a production environment.
Is $100,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes. At $100,000, a Melbourne Maintenance Fitter earns 9.3% above the city's all-roles median. This is a fair return for a tradesperson with a full apprenticeship and multi-year experience in a technical maintenance role. Melbourne's high cost of living means $100,000 is comfortable rather than luxurious, but the role's stability and overtime potential make it more financially competitive in practice than the base median suggests.
How much does a Senior Maintenance Fitter make in Melbourne?
Senior Maintenance Fitters in Melbourne reach $123,068 at the p90. These roles involve leadership of maintenance teams, involvement in capital works and shutdowns, and often multi-discipline coverage (fitting and rigging, or fitting and welding). Progressing to a maintenance supervisor or reliability engineer role is the most common pathway above $120,000.

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Maintenance Fitter salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $100,000 —
Sydney $114,310 +14%

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