Service Technician Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Service Technicians in Sydney earn a median salary of $87,932 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $67,125 and $125,000. That sits 7% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 41 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 61th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +19 listings vs last month
💰 Service Technician · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$67,125 – $125,000
Median: $87,932
Jun $90k
Jul $87k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $80,000 – $125,000
Overall $67k–$125k Mid $80k–$125k $65k $77k $90k $103k $116k $128k
Moderate confidence 41 listings (+19 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 41 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 22.0% stated a salary directly. The remaining 78.0% 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%  $67,125 Median  $87,932 $125,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Listings rose 86% from 22 to 41 while the median fell $2,964 to $87,000, so supply grew as the rate softened. Sydney now matches Melbourne at $87,000, behind Perth at $100,000 and Brisbane at $97,000. The 66% spread running $67,000 to $125,000 is the widest for this role in the report. Only 22% of listings stated a salary, so treat the figure as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $87,932)

Weekly (net)
~$1,291
Monthly (net)
~$5,594
Annual (net)
~$67,128
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $98,044

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 Sydney?
Entry is $67,000, the lowest service technician floor in this data, typically field service on smaller equipment with manufacturer training. Equipment type drives pay, with industrial, medical and specialised plant well above office and consumer equipment. A driver's licence and willingness to travel are baseline requirements.
Is $87,932 a good salary in Sydney?
Not quite. At $87,000 a service technician earns 7.4% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,291 a week against the highest living costs in this report. Perth pays $13,000 more at a lower cost base. Sydney's separate field service technician listings at $99,000 pay $12,000 more for similar work, so the exact title matters.
How much does a Senior Service Technician make in Sydney?
The ceiling is $125,000, reached through specialisation in complex or high-value equipment rather than seniority. Manufacturer certifications on specific plant are what employers pay for. Field service technician is the better-paying adjacent title in this city.

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Service Technician salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $87,932 0%
Perth $100,000 +14%
Brisbane $97,500 +11%
Melbourne $87,500 ~same

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