Operations Manager Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Operations Managers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $125,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $100,000 and $200,000. That sits 33% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,805. Figures are based on 47 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 69th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +6 listings vs last month
💰 Operations Manager · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$100,000 – $200,000
Median: $125,000
Aug $130k
Sep $125k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $100,000 – $200,000
Overall $100k–$200k Mid $100k–$200k $97k $118k $140k $162k $184k $206k
Moderate confidence 47 listings (+6 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 47 job listings for this role and city, 98.0% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 36.7% stated a salary directly. The remaining 63.3% 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%  $100,000 Median  $125,000 $200,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

The median fell $5,000 to $125,000, bringing Melbourne into line with Adelaide, Brisbane and Sydney after leading this market at $145,000 two months ago. Perth is now marginally ahead at $126,000. Listings rose from 41 to 47. The 80% spread running $100,000 to $200,000 reflects how loosely the title is applied rather than a seniority structure, since the mid band spans nearly the same range. At 37% salary disclosure the decline should be read as directional.

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 Melbourne?
The $100,000 floor assumes existing management experience, so there is no junior entry. Team leadership, logistics coordination and site management are the common routes in. Profit exposure and direct reports separate a genuine operations manager listing from a supervisory one.
Is $125,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes. At $125,000 an operations manager earns 33.3% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,000, with take-home near $1,754 a week against high living costs. With five cities now at the same figure, Melbourne is among the weakest on take-home. Within Melbourne it sits well below project management at $160,000.
How much does a Senior Operations Manager make in Melbourne?
The ceiling is $200,000, and the mid band reaches it too, so there is no distinct senior tier. Multi-site or divisional responsibility is what reaches the upper end. General manager roles at $160,000 are the usual next title, worth $35,000 on median.

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Operations Manager salaries in other cities

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

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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.