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 $92,500 and $167,500. That sits 43% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,500. Figures are based on 36 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 55th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↓ -5 listings vs last month
💰 Operations Manager · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$92,500 – $167,500
Median: $125,000
Jun $127k
Jul $125k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $92,500 – $167,500
Overall $92k–$167k Mid $92k–$167k $89k $106k $122k $139k $155k $172k
Moderate confidence 36 listings (-5 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 36 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 40.5% stated a salary directly. The remaining 59.5% 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%  $92,500 Median  $125,000 $167,500  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Brisbane operations managers earn $125,000, level with Sydney but well behind Melbourne at $145,000 and Perth at $135,000. The median slipped $2,500 and listings fell from 41 to 36, so this is a market easing on both counts. The 60% spread running $92,000 to $167,000 reflects how loosely the title is applied, covering everything from site operations to divisional leadership. At 41% salary disclosure the precision is moderate.

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 $92,000 floor assumes existing management experience, so there is no junior entry into this title. Most people arrive from team leadership, logistics coordination or a trade and site background. P&L exposure 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 42.9% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,000, with take-home near $1,754 a week and moderate living costs. The Melbourne comparison is the sore point, since $145,000 is a $20,000 gap that living costs do not fully explain. Within Brisbane it sits below project management at $169,000 and contracts administration at $160,000.
How much does a Senior Operations Manager make in Brisbane?
The ceiling is $167,000, reached through multi-site or divisional responsibility rather than a larger single operation. Supply chain, manufacturing and resources employers pay at the upper end in Brisbane. General management is the next step, though it appears too rarely in listings to give a reliable figure.

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Operations Manager salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $125,000 0%
Melbourne $145,000 +16%
Perth $135,000 +8%
Sydney $125,000 ~same

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