Site Manager Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Site Managers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $150,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $102,000 and $179,000. That sits 58% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 43 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 63th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +5 listings vs last month
💰 Site Manager · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$102,000 – $179,000
Median: $150,000
May $150k
Jun $150k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $102,000 – $179,000
Overall $102k–$179k Mid $102k–$179k $98k $116k $133k $150k $167k $184k
Moderate confidence 43 listings (+5 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.

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Bottom 10%  $102,000 Median  $150,000 $179,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Site managers in Melbourne earn $150,000 at the median, 58% above the city's all-roles figure, one of the larger premiums in the batch, with demand rising from 38 to 43 listings. The wide band ($102,000 to $179,000) reflects the gap between residential-build site managers and those running large commercial or civil projects. Construction leadership commands a clear premium here, and the high floor ($102k) shows even smaller-site roles pay well.

Take Home Pay (based on median $150,000)

Weekly (net)
~$2,047
Monthly (net)
~$8,869
Annual (net)
~$106,433
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $167,250

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 Manager in Melbourne?
Site managers in Melbourne start around $102k, already high because the role requires construction experience and site-safety accountability from day one. The lift toward the $179,000 top comes from project scale and sector: large commercial, civil and infrastructure builds pay above residential, and a construction-management background plus safety credentials (a white card is baseline, but supervisory tickets matter) separate the higher earners.
Is $150,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes. At $150,000 the median site manager earns 58% above Melbourne's all-roles median and nets roughly $106k after tax, comfortably top-tier pay, and the high floor ($102k) means even the bottom of the band is strong. Construction leadership is well rewarded in Melbourne, so this is a reliably lucrative path for anyone with site experience.
How much does a Senior Site Manager make in Melbourne?
Senior site managers reach the $179,000 top by running large commercial, civil or infrastructure projects with full site, safety and schedule ownership. The step up is about project scale: moving from residential or small commercial to major builds, and beyond that into Construction or Project Manager roles that carry multi-project responsibility.

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Site Manager salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $150,000 —
Perth $185,000 +23%
Brisbane $178,920 +19%
Sydney $175,000 +17%
Adelaide $125,000 -17%

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