Site Supervisor Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Site Supervisors in Brisbane earn a median salary of $135,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $100,000 and $160,000. That sits 50% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 56 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 23% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +11 listings vs last month
💰 Site Supervisor · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$100,000 – $160,000
Median: $135,000
Aug $135k
Sep $135k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $100,000 – $160,000
Overall $100k–$160k Mid $100k–$160k $97k $110k $124k $137k $151k $164k
Moderate confidence 56 listings (+11 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 56 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 42.9% stated a salary directly. The remaining 57.1% 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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Understanding the Brisbane Market

Brisbane is the weakest site supervisor market of the three majors at $135,000, behind Sydney at $155,000 and Perth at $146,000, with the median unchanged and listings up from 45 to 56. That is notable because Brisbane leads the country for site managers at $185,000, so the $50,000 gap between the two titles here is the largest in this data. At 43% salary disclosure the figure is moderately supported.

Take Home Pay (based on median $135,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,871
Monthly (net)
~$8,107
Annual (net)
~$97,283
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $150,525

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 Supervisor in Brisbane?
The $100,000 floor assumes a trade background and site experience, so this is a progression role rather than an entry point. Leading hand and foreman positions are the usual feeders. A white card, first aid and supervisor safety qualifications are expected, with commercial and civil experience paying above residential.
Is $135,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes. At $135,000 a site supervisor earns 50% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,871 a week and moderate living costs. Nationally it is the lowest of the three major markets, $20,000 behind Sydney. The number worth focusing on is $185,000, which is what Brisbane site managers earn.
How much does a Senior Site Supervisor make in Brisbane?
The ceiling is $160,000, which sits well below the site manager median of $185,000, so the titles do not overlap here. Moving up means taking whole-site accountability rather than supervising a trade or zone. That step is worth $50,000 on median, the largest single promotion available in Australian construction this month.

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Site Supervisor salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $135,000 0%
Sydney $155,000 +15%
Perth $146,630 +9%

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