Project Officer Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Project Officers in Sydney earn a median salary of $123,236 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $106,129 and $142,745. That sits 30% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 49 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 71th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +28 listings vs last month
💰 Project Officer · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$106,129 – $142,745
Median: $123,236
Jun $114k
Jul $123k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $102,842 – $125,000
Senior level $121,601 – $157,137
Overall $106k–$142k Mid $102k–$125k Senior $121k–$157k $99k $112k $124k $137k $149k $161k
Moderate confidence 49 listings (+28 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 49 job listings for this role and city, 61.1% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 79.6% stated a salary directly. The remaining 20.4% 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%  $106,129 Median  $123,236 $142,745  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Listings rose 133% from 21 to 49, the sharpest expansion of any Sydney role this month, and the median gained $8,736 to $123,000. At 80% salary disclosure this is one of the best-evidenced figures in the report, so both the growth and the level are reliable. Sydney sits just behind Brisbane at $125,000 and well ahead of Melbourne at $107,000. The 30% spread is narrow, which is typical of government and health project roles.

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 $106,000 floor assumes prior project or administrative experience in a structured environment, mostly government and health. Mid-level listings run $102,000 to $125,000 with a median of $119,000 across 31 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 four listings in five stating a salary, this is a figure you can rely on. It sits $37,000 below project manager work at $160,000.
How much does a Senior Project Officer make in Sydney?
Senior listings run $121,000 to $157,000 with a median of $140,000, from 18 listings. 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.

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Project Officer salaries in other cities

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

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