Service Technician Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Service Technicians in Brisbane earn a median salary of $96,250 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $75,858 and $110,000. That sits 7% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 40 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 60th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +11 listings vs last month
💰 Service Technician · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$75,858 – $110,000
Median: $96,250
Aug $85k
Sep $96k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $74,651 – $110,000
Overall $75k–$110k Mid $74k–$110k $72k $80k $88k $96k $105k $113k
Moderate confidence 40 listings (+11 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 40 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 37.5% stated a salary directly. The remaining 62.5% 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%  $75,858 Median  $96,250 $110,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

The median rose $11,250 to $96,000, a 13% increase, with listings up from 29 to 40. Even after that jump Brisbane remains the weakest of the five markets here, with Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney all at $100,000. The 36% spread running $75,000 to $110,000 reflects the range from consumer equipment to industrial plant. At 38% salary disclosure treat the rise as directional rather than settled.

Take Home Pay (based on median $96,250)

Weekly (net)
~$1,396
Monthly (net)
~$6,048
Annual (net)
~$72,577
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $107,318

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 Technician in Brisbane?
Entry is $75,000, typically field service on smaller equipment with manufacturer training provided. Equipment type is what drives pay, with industrial, medical and mining plant well above consumer and office equipment. A driver's licence and willingness to travel are baseline requirements rather than differentiators.
Is $96,250 a good salary in Brisbane?
Marginally. At $96,000 a service technician earns 6.9% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,396 a week and moderate living costs. Four other cities pay $100,000 for the same work, so Brisbane is last nominally despite a sharp rise. Within Brisbane it sits below electricians at $109,000 for comparable technical responsibility.
How much does a Senior Service Technician make in Brisbane?
The ceiling is $110,000, reached through specialisation in complex or high-value equipment rather than seniority. Manufacturer certifications on specific plant are what employers pay for. Service management and technical support roles sit above this band.

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Service Technician salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $96,250 0%
Adelaide $100,000 +4%
Melbourne $100,000 +4%
Perth $100,000 +4%
Sydney $100,000 +4%

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