Mining Engineer Salary in Perth (2026)

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Mining Engineers in Perth earn a median salary of $160,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $160,000 and $200,000. That sits 60% above 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 ↑ +10 listings vs last month
💰 Mining Engineer · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$160,000 – $200,000
Median: $160,000
Aug $163k
Sep $160k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $160,000 – $182,000
Senior level $160,000 – $200,000
Overall $160k–$200k Mid $160k–$182k Senior $160k–$200k $155k $165k $175k $185k $195k $206k
Moderate confidence 30 listings (+10 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, 9.1% stated a salary directly. The remaining 90.9% 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. Fewer than a quarter of these listings stated a salary, so the median leans heavily on estimates.

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Bottom 10%  $160,000 Median  $160,000 $200,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

The 10th percentile and the median are both $160,000, meaning at least half of all listings sit on a single figure, which is what a tightly banded specialist market produces. The median eased $3,750 while listings rose 50% from 20 to 30. Only 9.1% of these listings stated a salary, the lowest disclosure rate in the Perth data, so the figure rests almost entirely on estimates. No other city carries enough listings to compare.

Take Home Pay (based on median $160,000)

Weekly (net)
~$2,164
Monthly (net)
~$9,378
Annual (net)
~$112,533
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $178,400

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 Mining Engineer in Perth?
There is no graduate entry visible here: the $160,000 floor is also the median, so this data captures established engineers rather than new ones. A mining engineering degree and, in Western Australia, statutory ticket qualifications are the baseline. Open pit and underground experience separate the roles more than years served.
Is $160,000 a good salary in Perth?
Yes. At $160,000 a mining engineer earns 60% above Perth's all-roles median of $100,000, with take-home near $2,164 a week and moderate living costs. It matches HSE advisory, project engineering and heavy duty fitting at the top of the Perth resources band. The caveat is substantial, since fewer than one listing in ten disclosed pay.
How much does a Senior Mining Engineer make in Perth?
Senior listings run $160,000 to $200,000 with a median of $200,000, from 15 listings. Statutory roles such as quarry or mine manager, plus open pit planning leadership, are what reach it. Given the very low disclosure rate, treat every figure on this page as directional.

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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.