Project Officer Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated 30/09/2026

Project Officers in Sydney earn a median salary of $123,236 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $101,122 and $140,146. That sits 30% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 44 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 66th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +9 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$101,122 – $140,146

Median: $123,236

Aug $124k

Sep $123k

→ Stable

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

Mid level

$100,000 – $125,000

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 44 job listings for this role and city, 53.3% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 84.4% stated a salary directly. The remaining 15.6% 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% $101,122 Median $123,236 $140,146 Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

At 84% salary disclosure this is one of the most reliable figures in this report, and at 53% Seek share roughly half these listings come from government job boards where classified pay points are published. The median eased $1,719 to $123,000 with listings up from 35 to 44. Brisbane pays $125,000, with Perth at $113,000 and Melbourne at $107,000. The 32% spread is narrow, which is what classification-based pay produces.

Take Home Pay (based on median $123,236)

Weekly (net)

~$1,733

Monthly (net)

~$7,509

Annual (net)

~$90,107

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $137,408

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 Sydney?

The $101,000 floor assumes prior project or administrative experience in a structured environment, mostly government and health. Mid-level listings run $100,000 to $125,000 with a median of $116,000 across 33 listings. Project governance, reporting and stakeholder coordination are the competencies named most often.

Is $123,236 a good salary in Sydney?

Yes. At $123,000 a project officer earns 29.7% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,733 a week against high living costs. With more than four listings in five stating a salary, this is a figure you can rely on without caveat, which is rare in this report. Brisbane pays $2,000 more at a much lower cost base.

How much does a Senior Project Officer make in Sydney?

The ceiling is $140,000, and the mid band stops at $125,000, so the upper end is a distinct tier. Owning delivery reporting or a workstream rather than supporting one is what reaches it. Project manager at $160,000 is the natural next title, worth $37,000 over this median.

Other roles in Sydney

Project Officer salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Sydney
Sydney (this page)	$123,236	0%
Brisbane	$125,000	~same
Perth	$113,904	-8%
Melbourne	$107,685	-13%

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