Site Engineer Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Site Engineers in Sydney earn a median salary of $115,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $94,750 and $145,500. That sits 21% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 24 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 26th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +3 listings vs last month
💰 Site Engineer · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$94,750 – $145,500
Median: $115,000
May $125k
Jun $115k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $94,000 – $147,000
Overall $94k–$145k Mid $94k–$147k $91k $103k $115k $127k $139k $151k
⚠ Low confidence 24 listings (+3 vs last month) · 05/07/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $94,750 Median  $115,000 $145,500  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Sydney site engineer pay slipped $10k in a month to a $115k median even as listings edged up from 21 to 24, an odd split of softening pay against firmer demand. That $115k still runs 21% above the city's $95k all-roles figure. The $95k to $146k range tracks project size and construction sector. Based on a small sample, treat as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $115,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,632
Monthly (net)
~$7,072
Annual (net)
~$84,858
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $128,225

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 Site Engineer in Sydney?
A site engineer starting in Sydney earns from around $95k (the p10). An engineering degree, site-based construction or infrastructure experience, and setting-out, quality or subcontractor-coordination duties are what push someone toward the $146k top of the band.
Is $115,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes. At $115k the median runs 21% above Sydney's $95k all-roles median and nets roughly $85k after tax, a good result for the role in a high cost of living city. The caution is direction: pay eased this month, so the number is drifting rather than rising.
How much does a Senior Site Engineer make in Sydney?
There is no separate senior band in this data, but the $146k top decile shows where experienced site engineers land. The step up is Site Manager or Project Engineer, where owning site delivery and subcontractor management rather than technical support drives the pay jump.

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Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.