Project Officer Salary in Melbourne (2026)

Last updated 30/09/2026

Project Officers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $107,685 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $88,749 and $128,631. That sits 15% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,805. Figures are based on 61 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 20% of roles by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +19 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$88,749 – $128,631

Median: $107,685

Aug $126k

Sep $107k

↓ Trending down

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

Mid level

$85,537 – $107,685

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 61 job listings for this role and city, 27.4% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 90.3% stated a salary directly. The remaining 9.7% 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% $88,749 Median $107,685 $128,631 Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

This page is unusually well evidenced. At 90% salary disclosure it is the most reliable figure in this entire report, and at 27% Seek share most of these listings come from government job boards where classified pay points are published outright. The median fell $19,035 to $107,000 while listings rose 45% from 42 to 61, so more roles are being advertised at lower classifications. Brisbane pays $125,000, Sydney $123,000 and Perth $113,000, leaving Melbourne last.

Take Home Pay (based on median $107,685)

Weekly (net)

~$1,540

Monthly (net)

~$6,672

Annual (net)

~$80,067

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $120,068

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 $88,000 floor assumes prior project or administrative experience in a structured environment, mostly government and health. Mid-level listings run $85,000 to $107,000 with a median of $107,000 across 40 listings, so the mid band's median and ceiling are identical. Project governance, reporting and stakeholder coordination are the competencies named most often.

Is $107,685 a good salary in Melbourne?

Yes. At $107,000 a project officer earns 14.8% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,000, with take-home near $1,540 a week against high living costs. With nine listings in ten stating a salary, this is a figure you can rely on without caveat, which is rare. Brisbane and Sydney both pay more, so Melbourne is the weakest of the four for this title.

How much does a Senior Project Officer make in Melbourne?

The mid band median and ceiling are both $107,000, and the overall ceiling is $128,000, so there is limited headroom inside the title. Owning delivery reporting or a workstream rather than supporting one is what reaches the top. Project manager at $160,000 is the natural next title, worth $53,000 over this median.

Other roles in Melbourne

Project Officer salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page)	$107,685	0%
Brisbane	$125,000	+16%
Sydney	$123,236	+14%
Perth	$113,904	+6%

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