Warehouse Assistant Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Warehouse Assistants in Sydney earn a median salary of $65,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $53,186 and $71,000. That sits 32% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 30 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 42th percentile by listing volume in Sydney
💰 Warehouse Assistant · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$53,186 – $71,000
Median: $65,000
May $65k
Jun $65k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $55,000 – $73,000
Overall $53k–$71k Mid $55k–$73k $51k $56k $61k $65k $70k $75k
Moderate confidence 30 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.

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Bottom 10%  $53,186 Median  $65,000 $71,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Sydney warehouse assistants median $65k, matching Brisbane exactly, so there is no Sydney premium for this entry-level logistics role. That $65k sits 31.6% below the city's all-roles median, one of the wider gaps in this batch, on a tight range ($53.2k to $71k). Demand is moderate (42nd percentile) and both listings and the median were flat month on month, a stable, well-supplied role rather than a hot one. The logistics ladder alongside (Forklift Operator $70k, Truck Driver $80k) shows that a licence is the fastest way to earn more.

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 Sydney?
The band starts around $53k. Moving toward the $71k top comes from tickets and shift loading: a forklift licence, high-reach or specialised equipment, cold-store environments, and night or early shifts with penalty rates. Inventory-system fluency and taking on receiving or dispatch responsibility also lift pay.
Is $65,000 a good salary in Sydney?
No. At $65k the median runs 31.6% below Sydney's $95k all-roles figure and nets about $52k after tax, hard in the most expensive capital, and no better than Brisbane pays. This is normal for entry-level warehouse work rather than a concern, but the ceiling is low. The clear lever up is a forklift ticket (Forklift Operator $70k) or a heavy-vehicle licence (Truck Driver $80k).
How much does a Senior Warehouse Assistant make in Sydney?
There is no senior warehouse-assistant band, pay caps around $71k for ticketed or specialised roles. Progression means adding a forklift or heavy-vehicle licence, moving into Forklift Operator ($70k) or Truck Driver ($80k) work, or stepping into warehouse team-lead and inventory roles. Taking on stock control, dispatch or safety responsibility is what lifts you off the entry rate.

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Warehouse Assistant salaries in other cities

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

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