Service Technician Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Service Technicians in Sydney earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $73,200 and $125,000. That sits 5% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 43 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 65th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↓ -1 listings vs last month
💰 Service Technician · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$73,200 – $125,000
Median: $100,000
Aug $85k
Sep $100k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $71,500 – $125,000
Overall $73k–$125k Mid $71k–$125k $69k $81k $93k $104k $116k $128k
Moderate confidence 43 listings (-1 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 43 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 28.9% stated a salary directly. The remaining 71.1% 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%  $73,200 Median  $100,000 $125,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

The median jumped $15,000 to $100,000, a 17.6% rise, with listings flat at 43. Sydney now matches Adelaide, Melbourne and Perth at $100,000, with Brisbane at $96,000, so the national band has converged. The 52% spread running $73,000 to $125,000 reflects the range from consumer equipment to industrial plant. Only 29% of listings stated a salary, so treat a move this size as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $100,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,443
Monthly (net)
~$6,253
Annual (net)
~$75,033
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $111,500

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 $73,000, typically field service on smaller equipment with manufacturer training provided. 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 $100,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Marginally. At $100,000 a service technician earns 5.3% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,443 a week against the highest living costs in this report. Four cities pay the identical figure, so Sydney is the weakest on take-home. Within Sydney it sits level with maintenance fitters at $100,000.
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. Service management and technical support roles sit above this band.

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Service Technician salaries in other cities

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

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