Trades Assistant Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Trades Assistants in Brisbane earn a median salary of $79,520 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $60,000 and $90,336. That sits 12% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 40 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 56th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +4 listings vs last month
💰 Trades Assistant · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$60,000 – $90,336
Median: $79,520
Apr $74k
May $79k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $60,000 – $93,077
Overall $60k–$90k Mid $60k–$93k $58k $65k $73k $80k $88k $95k
Moderate confidence 40 listings (+4 vs last month) · 01/06/2026

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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Understanding the Brisbane Market

Trades Assistants in Brisbane earned $79,520 at the median in May, up $4,560 from April, with 40 listings (up 4). Both median and volume are trending positively. At 11.6% below Brisbane's all-roles median, Trades Assistants earn below the city average, but the upward trend in pay and demand is the signal worth noting. The 38% spread ($60,000-$93,077) reflects the range from general labouring assistant roles at the floor to specialised trade assistants supporting electricians, plumbers, or structural steel workers at the ceiling.

Take Home Pay (based on median $79,520)

Weekly (net)
~$1,185
Monthly (net)
~$5,135
Annual (net)
~$61,619
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $88,664

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 Trades Assistant in Brisbane?
Trades Assistants starting in Brisbane earn around $60,000 at the p10. A White Card is the baseline requirement, and additional tickets (traffic control, EWP, or confined space) accelerate pay above the entry floor. Reaching the $79,520 median typically requires two to three years of consistent site-based assistance in a defined trade discipline.
Is $79,520 a good salary in Brisbane?
Marginally below market. At $79,520, a Brisbane Trades Assistant earns 11.6% below the city's all-roles median. The upward trend from April and the growing listing volume are positive signals: if sustained, the Trades Assistant median in Brisbane may close the gap with the city average over the coming months. Brisbane's moderate cost of living makes $79,520 a liveable income.
How much does a Senior Trades Assistant make in Brisbane?
Experienced Trades Assistants in Brisbane reach $93,077 at the p90. This ceiling reflects specialised trade assistant roles in structural steel, scaffolding, or electrical and mechanical trade support environments where experience and relevant tickets command a premium. Moving into a trade apprenticeship is the pathway to breaking substantially above the trades assistant ceiling.

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Trades Assistant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $79,520 —
Sydney $79,520 ~same
Perth $75,000 -6%

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