Site Supervisor Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated 05/07/2026

Site Supervisors in Sydney earn a median salary of $140,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $101,500 and $167,164. That sits 47% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 42 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 62th percentile by listing volume in Sydney

ADVERTISED RANGE

$101,500 – $167,164

Median: $140,000

May $147k

Jun $140k

↓ Trending down

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

Mid level

$113,500 – $160,796

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% $101,500 Median $140,000 $167,164 Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

The median eased $7.5k month on month, from $147.5k to $140k, on flat demand (42 listings both months), a slight softening in a strong construction role. It runs 47% above Sydney's all-roles median. Perth pays more for the title at $152.5k, pulled by resources projects, while Brisbane sits just behind at $136k. The role is well-evidenced at 42 listings, so the median is reliable. Construction supervision remains firmly in six figures here.

Take Home Pay (based on median $140,000)

Weekly (net)

~$1,929

Monthly (net)

~$8,361

Annual (net)

~$100,333

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $156,100

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 Sydney?

There is little junior tier, site supervisor is reached after years in a trade or as a leading hand, and the mid-level band starts around $113.5k. Reaching the $167k top comes from project scale and sector: commercial, civil and infrastructure work pays above residential, and supervisors running larger sites or multiple crews earn more. A trade background plus WHS and site-management tickets is the baseline.

Is $140,000 a good salary in Sydney?

Yes. At $140k the median is 47% above Sydney's $95k all-roles median and nets roughly $100k after tax, strong money for a role you can reach from a trade. Perth pays $12.5k more because of resources demand, so a FIFO or interstate move offers a premium, but Sydney's construction pipeline keeps local pay firmly in six figures. This is a strong outcome for on-site leadership.

How much does a Senior Site Supervisor make in Sydney?

There is no separate senior tier in the data, so the $167k top of the range is the practical ceiling. Moving up means a Site or Construction Manager role, owning a project's delivery, budget and program rather than the on-site crew. Larger, more complex builds and formal construction-management qualifications are what carry pay past the band.

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Site Supervisor salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Sydney
Sydney (this page)	$140,000	—
Perth	$152,500	+9%
Brisbane	$136,250	-3%

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