Project Officer Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Project Officers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $125,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $100,081 and $158,960. That sits 39% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 52 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 73th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +20 listings vs last month
💰 Project Officer · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$100,081 – $158,960
Median: $125,000
Aug $125k
Sep $125k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $95,257 – $123,000
Senior level $123,872 – $160,000
Overall $100k–$158k Mid $95k–$123k Senior $123k–$160k $92k $106k $121k $135k $150k $164k
Moderate confidence 52 listings (+20 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 52 job listings for this role and city, 72.2% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 44.4% stated a salary directly. The remaining 55.6% 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%  $100,081 Median  $125,000 $158,960  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Listings rose 63% from 32 to 52 with the median fixed at $125,000, making Brisbane the best-paying project officer market in the country ahead of Sydney at $123,000, Perth at $113,000 and Melbourne at $107,000. Unusually, the senior band carries 39 of the 52 listings while mid holds only 13, so most advertised roles are pitched at the experienced end. At 72% Seek share this page draws more than usual on government job boards. At 44% salary disclosure the figure is moderately 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 Project Officer in Brisbane?
The $100,000 floor is high for an officer title and reflects that these are mostly government and infrastructure roles rather than junior support positions. Mid-level listings run $95,000 to $123,000 with a median of $101,000, though on only 13 listings. Project governance, reporting and stakeholder coordination are the competencies named at the lower end.
Is $125,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes. At $125,000 a project officer earns 38.9% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,754 a week and moderate living costs. It leads the country for this title. That is $39,000 below project manager work at $164,000, which is a smaller gap than the title difference suggests.
How much does a Senior Project Officer make in Brisbane?
Senior listings run $123,000 to $160,000 with a median of $125,000, from 39 listings, so the senior band is where the volume actually sits. Owning delivery reporting or a workstream rather than supporting one is what reaches it. Project manager is the natural next title, worth around $39,000 more on median.

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Project Officer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $125,000 0%
Sydney $123,236 ~same
Perth $113,904 -9%
Melbourne $107,685 -14%

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