Site Supervisor Salary in Perth (2026)

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Site Supervisors in Perth earn a median salary of $160,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $115,000 and $188,000. That sits 60% above Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 39 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 68th percentile by listing volume in Perth ↑ +13 listings vs last month
💰 Site Supervisor · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$115,000 – $188,000
Median: $160,000
Apr $150k
May $160k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $125,000 – $184,500
Overall $115k–$188k Mid $125k–$184k $111k $127k $144k $160k $177k $193k
Moderate confidence 39 listings (+13 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%  $115,000 Median  $160,000 $188,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

Site Supervisors in Perth earned $160,000 at the median in May, up $10,000 from April, with 39 listings (up 13). Both median and volume are trending upward: the clearest combined positive signal for this role in the dataset. At 60% above Perth's all-roles median, Site Supervisor commands a commanding premium, and the $25,000 premium over Brisbane ($135,000) and $35,000 over Melbourne ($125,000) reflects Perth's resources sector influence on trade supervision pay. The 46% spread ($125,000-$184,500) is well-defined.

Take Home Pay (based on median $160,000)

Weekly (net)
~$2,164
Monthly (net)
~$9,378
Annual (net)
~$112,533
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $178,400

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 Perth?
Site Supervisors starting in Perth earn around $125,000 at the p10, the highest entry floor of any city. This reflects WA's combination of resources sector premium and tight supply of qualified site supervisors. Reaching the $160,000 median takes four to six years of supervisory experience in construction, mining, or civil infrastructure environments.
Is $160,000 a good salary in Perth?
Yes, decisively. At $160,000, a Perth Site Supervisor earns 60% above the city's all-roles median. Perth's moderate cost of living makes this one of the best real-income outcomes for a trade-background supervisory role in Australia. The 13-listing increase in demand from April reinforces the positive market signal for experienced site supervisors in WA.
How much does a Senior Site Supervisor make in Perth?
Experienced Site Supervisors in Perth reach $184,500 at the p90. These roles are on major mine construction, processing plant, or civil infrastructure sites, where supervisory scope includes multi-trade crew coordination, FIFO logistics management, and complex safety compliance. Moving into a Site Manager or Principal Works Supervisor role is the next career step above this ceiling.

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Site Supervisor salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Perth
Perth (this page) $160,000 —
Sydney $147,500 -8%
Brisbane $135,000 -16%
Melbourne $125,000 -22%

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