Duty Manager Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Duty Managers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $80,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $66,927 and $85,800. That sits 6% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $85,000. Figures are based on 30 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 48th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +7 listings vs last month
💰 Duty Manager · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$66,927 – $85,800
Median: $80,000
May $80k
Jun $80k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $66,927 – $85,800
Overall $66k–$85k Mid $66k–$85k $64k $69k $74k $78k $83k $88k
Moderate confidence 30 listings (+7 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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Bottom 10%  $66,927 Median  $80,000 $85,800  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Duty manager pay in Brisbane ($80,000) sits just 6% under the city's $85k all-roles median, close enough to be effectively average, and it matches Sydney exactly. The band is unusually tight, from $66,927 to $85,800, so there is little pay spread within the role. Hiring rose from 23 to 30 listings while pay held flat. This is a hospitality and retail supervisory role with steady, predictable pay rather than big upside.

Take Home Pay (based on median $80,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,191
Monthly (net)
~$5,161
Annual (net)
~$61,933
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $89,200

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 Duty Manager in Brisbane?
Newer duty managers in Brisbane sit near the $66,927 band floor. The lift comes from venue type and responsibility: gaming, bar, or hotel duty roles that carry compliance obligations (RSA, RSG, gaming licences) pay more than general floor supervision. Taking on cash handling, security sign-off, and shift ownership is the concrete step toward the $85,800 top.
Is $80,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
Roughly, yes. At $80k the role is within 6% of Brisbane's all-roles median and nets about $61,900, and Brisbane's lower living costs help. For a supervisory hospitality role that does not require a degree, sitting near the city average is a fair outcome. The limit is the tight band: there is only about $19k between the floor and ceiling, so upside means changing roles.
How much does a Senior Duty Manager make in Brisbane?
The band caps near $85,800, so the step up is a Venue or Operations Manager title rather than a higher duty-manager wage. What it takes is owning a site's full commercial result, roster, compliance, and profit, not just running shifts. Related management paths in Brisbane (Store Manager at $71,500, Property Manager at $85k) show where the money moves next.

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City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $80,000 —
Sydney $80,000 ~same

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