Maintenance Officer Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Maintenance Officers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $65,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $60,000 and $80,000. That sits 28% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 22 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 20th percentile in Brisbane
💰 Maintenance Officer · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$60,000 – $80,000
Median: $65,000
Mid level $60,000 – $80,000
Overall $60k–$80k Mid $60k–$80k $58k $63k $67k $72k $77k $82k
⚠ Low confidence 22 listings · 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. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Understanding the Brisbane Market

Maintenance Officers in Brisbane earned $65,000 at the median in May, sitting 27.8% below the city's all-roles median. Prior month data is unavailable. The sample is small at 22 listings. The tight 31% spread ($60,000-$80,000) reflects a role that is largely standardised in pay across building and facilities management environments: property upkeep, basic repairs, and compliance checks rather than complex trade work. The gap between this role and a tradesperson classification is significant and reflects the lower technical scope.

Take Home Pay (based on median $65,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,003
Monthly (net)
~$4,344
Annual (net)
~$52,133
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $72,475

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 Officer in Brisbane?
Maintenance Officers in Brisbane start at around $60,000 at the p10. Most roles at this level require a driver's licence, basic trade awareness (though not necessarily trade qualifications), and reliability across a roster of property maintenance tasks. Candidates with a White Card, basic electrical or plumbing knowledge, or HVAC awareness move toward the $65-$70k range.
Is $65,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
No. At $65,000, a Brisbane Maintenance Officer earns 27.8% below the city's all-roles median. The role is typically non-trade and reflects it in pay: it is most valuable as a career entry point for those building trade skills or transitioning into property facilities management. Obtaining a trade certificate while in the role is the most direct path to a meaningful salary increase.
How much does a Senior Maintenance Officer make in Brisbane?
Experienced Maintenance Officers in Brisbane reach $80,000 at the p90. The ceiling reflects officers in complex multi-tenancy environments, those with partial trade qualifications, or roles in healthcare or hospitality facilities with compliance-heavy maintenance obligations. Moving into a Facilities Manager or Building Services Coordinator role typically adds $15-$25k to the base rate.

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City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $65,000 —
Sydney $65,000 ~same

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