Project Officer Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Project Officers in Sydney earn a median salary of $114,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $100,000 and $136,064. That sits 20% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 21 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 13th percentile in Sydney
💰 Project Officer · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$100,000 – $136,064
Median: $114,500
Mid level $100,000 – $119,647
Senior level $99,250 – $138,458
Overall $100k–$136k Mid $100k–$119k Senior $99k–$138k $96k $105k $114k $124k $133k $142k
⚠ Low confidence 21 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%  $100,000 Median  $114,500 $136,064  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Sydney project officers earn $114,500, 21% above the city median, and unusually the role has a genuine senior tier even at this small size (median $127,232 versus $112,968 for the mid band). Melbourne pays less ($100,609) for the same title. With 21 listings and no prior-month data, treat this as directional. This is a government and professional-services role that sits a rung below project manager.

Take Home Pay (based on median $114,500)

Weekly (net)
~$1,626
Monthly (net)
~$7,044
Annual (net)
~$84,530
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $127,667

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?
Project officers in Sydney start near the $100k p10 (the mid-band floor), reaching the $112,968 mid median with delivery-support experience. A project qualification plus experience in a government, health or professional-services PMO is what pushes pay up. Reporting, scheduling and stakeholder-coordination skills are the levers, along with sector knowledge.
Is $114,500 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes. At $114,500 the median earns 21% above Sydney's $95k all-roles median and nets about $85k after tax, solid for a delivery-support role. It sits comfortably above the city bar even though it is a rung below full project management. Melbourne pays less for the title, so Sydney is the stronger market here.
How much does a Senior Project Officer make in Sydney?
Senior project officers in Sydney earn a $127,232 median, reaching $138,458 at the p90 on 10 listings. Getting there means owning workstreams rather than supporting them, and the natural next step is Project Manager ($160k median). A PMP or PRINCE2 certification, plus leading delivery on a real project, is what marks the move up.

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Project Officer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $114,500 —
Melbourne $100,609 -12%

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