Warehouse Assistant Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Warehouse Assistants in Brisbane earn a median salary of $65,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,000 and $72,500. That sits 24% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $85,000. Figures are based on 21 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 15th percentile in Brisbane
💰 Warehouse Assistant · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,000 – $72,500
Median: $65,000
Mid level $55,000 – $72,500
Overall $55k–$72k Mid $55k–$72k $53k $57k $61k $66k $70k $74k
⚠ Low confidence 21 listings · 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. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $55,000 Median  $65,000 $72,500  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Brisbane warehouse assistants ($65,000) match Sydney exactly, so there is no interstate premium, and the role sits 24% below Brisbane's $85k all-roles median. The band is tight ($55,000 to $72,500), typical for an award-anchored entry role. Demand is low at 15% of tracked roles and 21 listings. Adjacent roles pay more, Forklift Operator at $70k and Truck Driver at $70k, so a single ticket is the clearest way up. Treat these figures as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $65,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,003
Monthly (net)
~$4,344
Annual (net)
~$52,133
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $72,475

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 Warehouse Assistant in Brisbane?
Entry warehouse assistants in Brisbane start near the $55,000 band floor. The lift comes from tickets and systems: a forklift licence, order-picker or reach tickets, and warehouse-management-system experience all move pay up. Forklift Operator work here reaches $70k, so the licence alone is the single most valuable upgrade toward the $72,500 top of the band.
Is $65,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
Depends. At $65,000 the role sits 24% below Brisbane's all-roles median and nets about $52,100, though Brisbane's lower housing costs soften it. This is normal pay for entry warehouse work rather than a concern, but it is clearly a starting rung. The practical response is a ticket: forklift and heavy-vehicle licences both lift pay by several thousand for closely related work.
How much does a Senior Warehouse Assistant make in Brisbane?
There is no senior band, so the range caps at $72,500. Progression means a warehouse team-leader or storeperson-supervisor role, or a ticket upgrade: Forklift Operator ($70k), Storeperson ($65k with a clearer ladder), and Truck Driver ($70k) all pay more. Accumulating licences and taking on stock, dispatch, or inventory ownership is what moves pay beyond the assistant band.

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City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $65,000 —
Sydney $65,000 ~same

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