Truck Driver Salary in Melbourne (2026)

Last updated 05/07/2026

Truck Drivers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $79,040 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $65,000 and $86,000. That sits 17% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 30 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 43th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +6 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$65,000 – $86,000

Median: $79,040

May $74k

Jun $79k

↑ Trending up

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

Mid level

$65,000 – $86,000

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% $65,000 Median $79,040 $86,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Truck driver pay in Melbourne rose $4,490 this month to $79,040, a solid gain, and demand grew from 24 to 30 listings. The role sits 17% below the city median, standard for the trade, and Adelaide and Sydney pay marginally more ($80k). The tight $65k-to-$86k band means the licence class, not negotiation, sets the pay. This is one of the few blue-collar roles here where pay is actually climbing.

Take Home Pay (based on median $79,040)

Weekly (net)

~$1,179

Monthly (net)

~$5,109

Annual (net)

~$61,304

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $88,129

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 Truck Driver in Melbourne?

Truck drivers in Melbourne start near the $65k p10, reaching the $79,040 median with experience. The specific lever is the licence class: an HC or MC licence, plus endorsements for dangerous goods or specialised loads, is what pushes pay toward the $86k top. Line-haul, tanker and heavy-combination work pays above local rigid-truck delivery.

Is $79,040 a good salary in Melbourne?

Depends on the comparison. At $79,040 the median sits 17% under Melbourne's $95k all-roles median and nets about $61k, fair for the trade. That gap is normal for driving work rather than a concern, and pay just rose $4,490. Adelaide and Sydney pay a touch more, but Melbourne is competitive and moving in the right direction.

How much does a Senior Truck Driver make in Melbourne?

There is no senior band here, so pay tops near the $86k p90 for MC-licensed line-haul and specialised work. Progression means upgrading licence class (HC to MC), gaining dangerous-goods endorsements, or moving into a transport-supervisor or allocator role. Licence class and endorsements are the concrete levers up.

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Truck Driver salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page)	$79,040	—
Adelaide	$80,000	~same
Sydney	$80,000	~same
Perth	$74,100	-6%
Brisbane	$70,000	-11%

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