Mc Driver Salary in Perth (2026)

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Mc Drivers in Perth earn a median salary of $99,400 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $80,000 and $138,488. That is broadly in line with Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 30 jobs advertised in Perth in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 56th percentile by listing volume in Perth ↑ +9 listings vs last month
💰 Mc Driver · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$80,000 – $138,488
Median: $99,400
Aug $100k
Sep $99k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $80,000 – $138,488
Overall $80k–$138k Mid $80k–$138k $77k $90k $103k $116k $129k $142k
Moderate confidence 30 listings (+9 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 30 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 35.5% stated a salary directly. The remaining 64.5% 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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Bottom 10%  $80,000 Median  $99,400 $138,488  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

Multi-combination drivers earn $99,000 in Perth, sitting almost exactly on the city's all-roles median, with the figure easing $600 and listings up from 21 to 30. No other city carries enough listings under this title to compare, which reflects how concentrated road train work is in Western Australia. The gap to other driving roles is the story: delivery drivers earn $65,000 and truck drivers $80,000, so the MC licence is worth $19,000 to $34,000. At 36% salary disclosure the figure is moderately supported.

Take Home Pay (based on median $99,400)

Weekly (net)
~$1,435
Monthly (net)
~$6,220
Annual (net)
~$74,640
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $110,831

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 Mc Driver in Perth?
The $80,000 floor is exactly what general truck drivers earn as a median, so the MC licence starts where the rigid licence peaks. A multi-combination licence plus fatigue management certification is the baseline requirement. Mine site inductions, dangerous goods endorsement and road train experience are what move a driver up the band.
Is $99,400 a good salary in Perth?
It is essentially average, sitting 0.6% below Perth's all-roles median of $100,000, with take-home near $1,435 a week and moderate living costs. For a licence-based role with no formal qualification that is a strong outcome, and it is the only driving role in this report to reach the city median. The $34,000 gap to delivery driving is the clearest licence return in this data.
How much does a Senior Mc Driver make in Perth?
The ceiling is $138,000, reached through road train work on remote routes, specialised loads or mine site haulage. Roster type and route remoteness drive total earnings more than years behind the wheel. Transport supervision and dispatch coordination are the routes off the road.

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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.