Mechanical Fitters Salary in Perth (2026)

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Mechanical Fitterss in Perth earn a median salary of $145,236 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $125,000 and $186,039. That sits 45% above Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 25 jobs advertised in Perth in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 28th percentile by listing volume in Perth ↑ +5 listings vs last month
💰 Mechanical Fitters · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$125,000 – $186,039
Median: $145,236
Aug $146k
Oct $145k

Median advertised salary over the last 3 months. Not enough history yet to call a direction.

Mid level $125,000 – $186,039
Overall $125k–$186k Mid $125k–$186k $121k $135k $149k $163k $177k $191k
⚠ Low confidence 25 listings (+5 vs last month) · 31/10/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 25 job listings for this role in Perth, advertised across Australian job boards, government job boards and employer career sites. 32.0% of those listings showed the salary in the ad. The other 68.0% hid it, so we used the pay bracket the job board files the listing under. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Sample size is small, so treat these figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $125,000 Median  $145,236 $186,039  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

This plural title appears as a separate group of 25 Perth listings at $145,236, about $20,000 above the main mechanical fitter page. Most look like roster-based roles. The main Mechanical Fitter page is the broader guide.

Take Home Pay (based on median $145,236)

Weekly (net)
~$1,991
Monthly (net)
~$8,627
Annual (net)
~$103,527
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $161,938

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 Mechanical Fitters in Perth?
Entry is around $125,000. A mechanical trade qualification and FIFO availability are required.
Is $145,236 a good salary in Perth?
Yes. $145,236 is 45.2% above Perth's all-roles median of $100,000, with take-home around $1,991 a week.
How much does a Senior Mechanical Fitters make in Perth?
The top of the range is about $186,000, usually on FIFO mining rosters with shutdown work.

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