Operations Manager Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Operations Managers in Sydney earn a median salary of $125,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $105,000 and $200,000. That sits 32% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 64 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 19% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +7 listings vs last month
💰 Operations Manager · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$105,000 – $200,000
Median: $125,000
Aug $125k
Sep $125k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $101,500 – $200,000
Senior level $123,000 – $200,000
Overall $105k–$200k Mid $101k–$200k Senior $123k–$200k $98k $119k $141k $162k $184k $206k
Moderate confidence 64 listings (+7 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 64 job listings for this role and city, 95.5% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 43.9% stated a salary directly. The remaining 56.1% 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%  $105,000 Median  $125,000 $200,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Operations manager pay has converged nationally at $125,000, with Perth marginally ahead at $126,000 and Adelaide, Brisbane and Melbourne all level with Sydney. The median held steady with listings up from 57 to 64. The senior band runs $123,000 to $200,000 on 10 listings with a median of $200,000, a $75,000 step above mid, though that tier rests on few listings. At 44% salary disclosure the figure is moderately well supported.

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 Sydney?
The $105,000 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 Sydney?
Yes. At $125,000 an operations manager earns 31.6% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,754 a week against the highest living costs in this report. With five cities at the same figure, Sydney is among the weakest on take-home. Within Sydney it sits well below project management at $160,000.
How much does a Senior Operations Manager make in Sydney?
Senior listings run $123,000 to $200,000 with a median of $200,000, from only 10 listings, so treat that tier cautiously. Multi-site or divisional responsibility is what reaches it. General manager roles at $160,000 are the usual next title.

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Operations Manager salaries in other cities

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