Boilermaker Salary in Perth (2026)

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Boilermakers in Perth earn a median salary of $125,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $98,800 and $160,000. That sits 25% above Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 56 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 16% of roles by listing volume in Perth ↑ +17 listings vs last month
💰 Boilermaker · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$98,800 – $160,000
Median: $125,000
May $123k
Jun $125k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $98,800 – $160,000
Overall $98k–$160k Mid $98k–$160k $95k $109k $123k $137k $151k $164k
Moderate confidence 56 listings (+17 vs last month) · 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.

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Understanding the Perth Market

Perth boilermakers earn a $125k median, $25k above the city's $100k all-roles figure and a full $26k more than the same trade in Brisbane or Melbourne (both $98.8k). That premium is Perth's mining and resources sector pulling hard on fabrication labour. Demand is strong and rising, 56 listings against 39 last month, though the median itself barely moved. The wide band, $98.8k to $160k, reflects the gap between workshop and remote-site or FIFO work.

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 Boilermaker in Perth?
Boilermakers in Perth start near the $98.8k p10, already six figures because the trade and its tickets clear the entry bar. Moving to the $160k top of the band is about site work: FIFO rosters, shutdown campaigns, and mining-client contracts pay well above workshop rates.
Is $125,000 a good salary in Perth?
Yes. At $125k the median runs 25% above Perth's $100k baseline and nets around $91k, strong money for a trade in a moderate cost-of-living city. The resources sector underwrites this, so unlike the eastern capitals the Perth premium is real and durable.
How much does a Senior Boilermaker make in Perth?
The sample shows a single band topping out near $160k, driven by FIFO and shutdown work rather than a formal senior grade. Chasing that ceiling means taking remote rosters and mining-client contracts, or crossing into related site roles like mechanical fitter or project engineer, where Perth listings reach $160k.

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Boilermaker salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Perth
Perth (this page) $125,000 —
Brisbane $98,800 -21%
Melbourne $98,800 -21%

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