Facilities Manager Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Facilities Managers in Sydney earn a median salary of $125,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $112,258 and $139,750. That sits 32% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 20 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 5th percentile in Sydney
💰 Facilities Manager · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$112,258 – $139,750
Median: $125,000
May $125k
Jun $125k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $108,172 – $130,000
Overall $112k–$139k Mid $108k–$130k $104k $112k $120k $128k $136k $143k
⚠ Low confidence 20 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%  $112,258 Median  $125,000 $139,750  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

This is a quiet niche: 20 listings, a demand score of 5, and a median frozen at $125k month on month. The band is one of the tightest in the batch (22%, from $112k to $140k), reflecting a defined mid-career role with little pay dispersion. It runs 32% above Sydney's all-roles median. The role appears only in Sydney here, so there is no cross-city read. Based on a small sample of 20, treat as directional.

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 Facilities Manager in Sydney?
There is little true junior tier here; the mid-level band starts around $108k, because facilities management is a mid-career role people arrive at from trades or building services. Reaching the top of the band comes from the size and complexity of the portfolio managed, and from credentials in building services, HVAC, or WHS compliance for large commercial sites.
Is $125,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes. At $125k the median is 32% above Sydney's $95k all-roles median and nets roughly $91k after tax, comfortable even in an expensive city. The tight band means limited upside variance, so the pay is stable rather than negotiable. For a role you can enter from a trades or building-services background, the premium over the city median is a strong outcome.
How much does a Senior Facilities Manager make in Sydney?
The data shows no separate senior tier, so the $140k top of the range is the practical ceiling. Moving up means managing a larger property portfolio or multiple sites, stepping into a Property or Asset Manager role, or taking regional responsibility. Compliance credentials (WHS, building certification) and multi-site scope are what lift pay past $140k.

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Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.