Field Service Technician Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Field Service Technicians in Sydney earn a median salary of $99,788 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $80,000 and $125,000. That is broadly in line with Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 41 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 61th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +14 listings vs last month
💰 Field Service Technician · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$80,000 – $125,000
Median: $99,788
Jun $100k
Jul $99k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $80,000 – $125,000
Overall $80k–$125k Mid $80k–$125k $77k $87k $98k $108k $118k $128k
Moderate confidence 41 listings (+14 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 41 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 28.9% stated a salary directly. The remaining 71.1% 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.

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Understanding the Sydney Market

Field service technicians earn $99,000 in Sydney against $93,000 in Melbourne, with the median essentially unchanged and listings rising sharply from 27 to 41. At 5% above the city median it is one of the few technical trades to clear Sydney's high benchmark. The 45% spread running $80,000 to $125,000 reflects the range from consumer equipment to industrial and medical plant. Only 29% of listings stated a salary.

Take Home Pay (based on median $99,788)

Weekly (net)
~$1,440
Monthly (net)
~$6,241
Annual (net)
~$74,894
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $111,263

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 Field Service Technician in Sydney?
Entry is $80,000, typically field service on smaller equipment with manufacturer training provided. Equipment type drives pay, with industrial, medical and specialised plant well above office and consumer equipment. A driver's licence and willingness to travel are baseline requirements.
Is $99,788 a good salary in Sydney?
Marginally. At $99,000 a field service technician earns 5% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,440 a week against the highest living costs in this report. Melbourne pays $6,000 less for the same work. Within Sydney it sits just below electricians at $103,000 for comparable technical responsibility.
How much does a Senior Field Service Technician make in Sydney?
The ceiling is $125,000, reached through specialisation in complex or high-value equipment rather than seniority. Manufacturer certifications on specific plant are what employers pay for. Service management and technical support roles sit above this band.

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Field Service Technician salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $99,788 0%
Melbourne $93,674 -6%

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