Trades Assistant Salary in Perth (2026)

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Trades Assistants in Perth earn a median salary of $75,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $63,376 and $105,782. That sits 25% below Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 49 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 18% of roles by listing volume in Perth ↑ +1 listings vs last month
💰 Trades Assistant · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$63,376 – $105,782
Median: $75,000
Apr $80k
May $75k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $63,376 – $105,782
Overall $63k–$105k Mid $63k–$105k $61k $70k $80k $89k $99k $108k
Moderate confidence 49 listings (+1 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%  $63,376 Median  $75,000 $105,782  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

Trades Assistants in Perth earned $75,000 at the median in May, down $5,000 from April, with 49 listings (up 1). The median decline is notable while volume held steady. At 25% below Perth's all-roles median, Trades Assistants earn a significant discount to the city average, reflecting the resources sector's inflation of the benchmark. The wide 56.5% spread ($63,376-$105,782) is the standout feature: the $105,782 ceiling is notably higher than Brisbane or Sydney, reflecting the FIFO site assistant premium in WA's mining sector.

Take Home Pay (based on median $75,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,128
Monthly (net)
~$4,888
Annual (net)
~$58,658
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $83,625

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 Trades Assistant in Perth?
Trades Assistants starting in Perth earn around $63,376 at the p10. Entry-level roles require a White Card and physical fitness; additional endorsements (confined space, gas test atmospheres, or dogman) move candidates above the floor. Perth's resources sector creates demand for trades assistants willing to work on FIFO rosters, which typically adds $10,000-$20,000 annually over metropolitan site rates.
Is $75,000 a good salary in Perth?
Below market, but with significant FIFO upside. At $75,000, a Perth Trades Assistant earns 25% below the city's all-roles median. The gap is large, but FIFO trades assistant roles in mining and resources reach $90,000-$105,000, which changes the financial picture substantially. Perth's moderate cost of living means the metropolitan rate of $75,000 is liveable, but the FIFO path is more financially rewarding.
How much does a Senior Trades Assistant make in Perth?
Experienced Trades Assistants in Perth reach $105,782 at the p90: the highest ceiling for this role of any city in the dataset. This is almost exclusively FIFO work in mine construction, shutdown maintenance, or oil and gas facility support, where remote area allowances and overtime compound the base rate significantly. A trade apprenticeship or rigger/scaffolder progression is the pathway to maintaining earnings at this level on a sustainable basis.

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Trades Assistant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Perth
Perth (this page) $75,000 —
Brisbane $79,520 +6%
Sydney $79,520 +6%

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