Auto Electrician Salary in Perth (2026)

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Auto Electricians in Perth earn a median salary of $160,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $120,042 and $214,000. That sits 68% above Perth's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 44 jobs advertised in Perth in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 72th percentile by listing volume in Perth ↑ +12 listings vs last month
💰 Auto Electrician · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$120,042 – $214,000
Median: $160,000
Jun $160k
Jul $160k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $120,042 – $214,000
Overall $120k–$214k Mid $120k–$214k $116k $137k $158k $178k $199k $220k
Moderate confidence 44 listings (+12 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 44 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 20.4% stated a salary directly. The remaining 79.6% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Fewer than a quarter of these listings stated a salary, so the median leans heavily on estimates.

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Bottom 10%  $120,042 Median  $160,000 $214,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

Auto electricians earn $160,000 in Perth, which is $35,000 above general electricians in the same city and one of the highest trade figures anywhere in this report. That premium is the mining sector paying for mobile plant and heavy vehicle electrical work rather than a different skill base. Listings rose from 32 to 44 with the median unchanged. Only 20% of listings stated a salary, so treat the level as directional despite its consistency across the month.

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 Auto Electrician in Perth?
The $120,000 floor assumes a completed auto electrical trade qualification, so there is no informal entry. Heavy vehicle, mobile plant and mine site experience are what separate this from automotive dealership work. High voltage and EV certification are increasingly common in listings at the upper end.
Is $160,000 a good salary in Perth?
Yes, substantially. At $160,000 an auto electrician earns 68.4% above Perth's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $2,164 a week and moderate living costs. It pays more than boilermaking, general electrical work and estimating in the same city, all at $125,000. This is one of the strongest trade positions in the country.
How much does a Senior Auto Electrician make in Perth?
The ceiling is $214,000, reached through mine site rosters, shutdown work and supervisory responsibility rather than a different qualification. FIFO arrangements are what support the upper end. Project engineering at $160,000 pays the same as the median here, so leaving the tools offers no immediate gain in this trade.

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