Service Advisor Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Service Advisors in Melbourne earn a median salary of $80,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $68,750 and $110,000. That sits 11% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 34 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 50th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +12 listings vs last month
💰 Service Advisor · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$68,750 – $110,000
Median: $80,000
Jun $82k
Jul $80k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $68,750 – $110,000
Overall $68k–$110k Mid $68k–$110k $66k $76k $85k $94k $103k $113k
Moderate confidence 34 listings (+12 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 34 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 20.6% stated a salary directly. The remaining 79.4% 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. Fewer than a quarter of these listings stated a salary, so the median leans heavily on estimates.

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Bottom 10%  $68,750 Median  $80,000 $110,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Melbourne is the lowest-paying service advisor market of the four here at $80,000, behind Perth at $95,000, Brisbane at $90,000 and Sydney at $85,000. The median fell $2,500 while listings rose sharply from 22 to 34, so supply grew as the rate softened. The 52% spread running $68,000 to $110,000 reflects dealership brand and volume more than experience. Only 21% of listings stated a salary, so treat the figure as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $80,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,191
Monthly (net)
~$5,161
Annual (net)
~$61,933
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $89,200

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 Service Advisor in Melbourne?
Entry is $68,000, typically a dealership service reception role handling bookings and customer handover. Automotive technical knowledge is what separates the bands, since advisors who can explain repairs credibly sell more work. Prestige and European brands pay above volume dealerships at the same experience level.
Is $80,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
No. At $80,000 a service advisor earns 11.1% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,191 a week against high living costs. Perth pays $15,000 more for the same role, the largest gap in this comparison. Melbourne is the weakest market in the country for this title right now.
How much does a Senior Service Advisor make in Melbourne?
The ceiling is $110,000, reached through service management or roles carrying upsell targets on top of coordination. Dealership service manager is the usual next title. Given Melbourne sits last nationally, an interstate move is worth weighing against internal progression.

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Service Advisor salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $80,000 0%
Perth $95,000 +19%
Brisbane $90,000 +12%
Sydney $85,000 +6%

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