Project Officer Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Project Officers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $100,609 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $82,360 and $128,631. That sits 6% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 27 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 34th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne
💰 Project Officer · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$82,360 – $128,631
Median: $100,609
Mid level $80,860 – $107,685
Senior level $94,258 – $128,631
Overall $82k–$128k Mid $80k–$107k Senior $94k–$128k $78k $89k $100k $110k $121k $132k
⚠ Low confidence 27 listings · 05/07/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $82,360 Median  $100,609 $128,631  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Based on 27 listings, treat as directional. Project officers in Melbourne earn $100.6k, just 6% above the city median, but the level split is telling: senior officers reach $128.6k against $100k for mid, a clear step for a role often seen as junior support. Sydney pays more ($114.5k), so Melbourne trails the harbour city here. The role sits close to the city median, reflecting its position between administration and full project management.

Take Home Pay (based on median $100,609)

Weekly (net)
~$1,451
Monthly (net)
~$6,286
Annual (net)
~$75,432
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $112,179

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 Melbourne?
The mid tier floor is around $80.9k (p10). A junior project officer starts near there, and the lift toward the $100k mid-tier median comes from government or program-delivery experience, coordination across stakeholders, and reporting and scheduling skills that go beyond administrative support.
Is $100,609 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes, modestly. At $100.6k the median is 6% above Melbourne's all-roles median and nets about $75k, a reasonable outcome in a high-cost city for a role that bridges admin and project delivery. It is not a premium wage, but it clears the local benchmark, and the senior tier shows genuine upside for those who grow into program work. Sydney does pay $14k more.
How much does a Senior Project Officer make in Melbourne?
Senior project officers in Melbourne reach $128.6k. The step from mid comes from owning a program of work rather than supporting one, coordinating across multiple stakeholders and budgets, and moving toward project or program management, where the coordination role turns into delivery ownership.

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City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $100,609 —
Sydney $114,500 +14%

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