Site Supervisor Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Site Supervisors in Melbourne earn a median salary of $125,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $83,500 and $189,500. That sits 37% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $91,520. Figures are based on 28 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 43th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne
💰 Site Supervisor · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$83,500 – $189,500
Median: $125,000
Mid level $83,000 – $191,000
Overall $83k–$189k Mid $83k–$191k $80k $103k $126k $150k $173k $196k
⚠ Low confidence 28 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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Bottom 10%  $83,500 Median  $125,000 $189,500  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Site Supervisors in Melbourne earned $125,000 at the median in May, with 28 listings and no prior month comparison available. At 36.6% above Melbourne's all-roles median, the role earns a clear professional premium. The very wide 85% spread ($83,000-$191,000) is the widest for any Site Supervisor market in this dataset, reflecting Melbourne's diverse construction sector: residential volume builders at the lower end and specialised commercial or infrastructure supervisors at the ceiling. The small sample warrants treating the figure as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $125,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,754
Monthly (net)
~$7,599
Annual (net)
~$91,183
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $139,375

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 Site Supervisor in Melbourne?
Site Supervisors starting in Melbourne earn around $83,000 at the p10. The lower floor than Brisbane or Perth reflects Melbourne's residential volume building segment, where supervisory roles carry less complexity than commercial or civil infrastructure equivalents. Reaching the $125,000 median typically requires a combination of trade background, site supervision certification (Certificate IV in Building and Construction), and five or more years of direct supervisory experience.
Is $125,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes. At $125,000, a Melbourne Site Supervisor earns 36.6% above the city's all-roles median. The premium reflects genuine supervisory scope: crew management, safety compliance, and subcontractor coordination. Melbourne's high cost of living means this income is comfortable rather than generous, and the $191,000 ceiling reflects where specialised supervisory roles in major infrastructure projects sit.
How much does a Senior Site Supervisor make in Melbourne?
Experienced Site Supervisors in Melbourne reach $191,000 at the p90. This high ceiling is associated with specialised supervisory roles on major Victorian infrastructure programs (rail, tunnelling, or utilities), where the complexity and regulatory burden of the supervisory function drives premium compensation. Moving into a Site Manager or Construction Manager role is the standard trajectory above this level.

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Site Supervisor salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $125,000 —
Perth $160,000 +28%
Sydney $147,500 +18%
Brisbane $135,000 +8%

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