Leading Hand Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Leading Hands in Brisbane earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $78,366 and $125,000. That sits 18% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $85,000. Figures are based on 23 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 22th percentile in Brisbane
💰 Leading Hand · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$78,366 – $125,000
Median: $100,000
May $100k
Jun $100k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $77,377 – $128,500
Overall $78k–$125k Mid $77k–$128k $75k $86k $97k $109k $120k $132k
⚠ Low confidence 23 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%  $78,366 Median  $100,000 $125,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Leading hands in Brisbane earn $100k at the median, 18% above the city's all-roles figure, with pay flat and demand steady at 23 listings. Sydney pays the role notably more ($120k), the only other city with enough data to compare, a $20k interstate gap. The band ($78,366 to $125k) reflects the trade behind the title and the site's scale. Based on a small sample, treat as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $100,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,443
Monthly (net)
~$6,253
Annual (net)
~$75,033
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $111,500

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 Leading Hand in Brisbane?
Leading hands in Brisbane start around $78k, stepping up from a tradesperson or labourer role. The lift toward the $125k top comes from the trade and site: civil, resources and infrastructure sites pay above general construction, and the leading-hand step is fundamentally about crew supervision, so taking responsibility for a larger team lifts pay.
Is $100,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes. At $100k the median leading hand earns 18% above Brisbane's all-roles median and nets roughly $75k after tax, strong for a site-based supervisory role in a moderate cost-of-living city. The clear caveat is interstate: Sydney pays $20k more, so a move east is real money for anyone location-flexible.
How much does a Senior Leading Hand make in Brisbane?
Experienced leading hands reach the $125k top of the band through larger crews and higher-value sites (resources, civil, infrastructure). The step beyond is into Supervisor or Site Manager ($175k) roles, which trade hands-on crew work for full site coordination, scheduling and safety accountability.

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Leading Hand salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $100,000 —
Sydney $120,000 +20%

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