Yard Hand Salary in Perth (2026)

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Yard Hands in Perth earn a median salary of $69,160 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,066 and $84,796. That sits 31% below Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 23 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 26th percentile by listing volume in Perth
💰 Yard Hand · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,066 – $84,796
Median: $69,160
Mid level $55,066 – $84,796
Overall $55k–$84k Mid $55k–$84k $53k $60k $66k $73k $80k $87k
⚠ Low confidence 23 listings · 05/07/2026

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%  $55,066 Median  $69,160 $84,796  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

Based on 23 listings, treat this as directional. At $69.16k the median sits 30.8% below Perth's $100k baseline, the trade-off for an entry-level yard role against a resources-inflated city figure. The band is $55k to $84.8k, with the top end tied to tickets and machinery operation. This is a foot-in-the-door role in Perth's construction, transport and resources yards.

Take Home Pay (based on median $69,160)

Weekly (net)
~$1,054
Monthly (net)
~$4,569
Annual (net)
~$54,833
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $77,113

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 Yard Hand in Perth?
Yard hands in Perth start near the $55k p10. A forklift licence, plant or machinery tickets, and a clean licence for yard driving are what carry someone toward the $84.8k top of the band, with resources or heavy-transport yards paying strongest.
Is $69,160 a good salary in Perth?
Depends. At $69.16k the median trails Perth's baseline and nets around $55k, modest, though the gap reflects the resources-inflated baseline more than weak yard pay. For an entry role it is a reasonable start, and tickets are the lever that moves someone up.
How much does a Senior Yard Hand make in Perth?
There is no senior tier; the band tops near $84.8k, driven by tickets and machinery work rather than grade. The pay step comes from forklift and plant licences and moving into storeperson, machinery-operation, or trades-assistant work, which pays above the yard-hand band.

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