Operations Manager Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Operations Managers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $125,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $90,000 and $198,000. That sits 39% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 33 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 50th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +1 listings vs last month
💰 Operations Manager · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$90,000 – $198,000
Median: $125,000
Aug $125k
Sep $125k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $90,000 – $198,000
Overall $90k–$198k Mid $90k–$198k $87k $110k $133k $157k $180k $203k
Moderate confidence 33 listings (+1 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 33 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 37.1% stated a salary directly. The remaining 62.9% 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.

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Bottom 10%  $90,000 Median  $125,000 $198,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Operations manager pay has converged nationally at $125,000, with Perth marginally ahead at $126,000 and Adelaide, Melbourne and Sydney all level with Brisbane. That is a change from earlier months when Melbourne led at $145,000. The Brisbane median held steady with listings flat at 33. The 86% spread running $90,000 to $198,000 reflects how loosely the title is applied rather than a seniority structure, since the mid band spans the same range.

Take Home Pay (based on median $125,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,754
Monthly (net)
~$7,599
Annual (net)
~$91,183
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $139,375

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 Operations Manager in Brisbane?
The $90,000 floor assumes existing management experience, so there is no junior entry into this title. Team leadership, logistics coordination and site management are the common routes in. Profit responsibility and direct reports are what separate a genuine operations manager listing from a supervisory one.
Is $125,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes. At $125,000 an operations manager earns 38.9% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,754 a week and moderate living costs. With five cities now at the same figure, Brisbane is among the strongest on take-home. Within Brisbane it sits below project management at $164,000 and contracts administration at $160,000.
How much does a Senior Operations Manager make in Brisbane?
The ceiling is $198,000, reached through multi-site or divisional responsibility rather than a larger single operation. Supply chain, manufacturing and resources employers pay at the upper end. Given the mid band spans the entire range, position here depends on sector far more than on seniority.

Other roles in Brisbane

Operations Manager salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $125,000 0%
Perth $126,000 ~same
Adelaide $125,000 ~same
Melbourne $125,000 ~same
Sydney $125,000 ~same

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