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 $55,000 and $69,160. That sits 32% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 42 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 62th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +12 listings vs last month
💰 Warehouse Assistant · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,000 – $69,160
Median: $65,000
Jun $65k
Jul $65k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $55,000 – $69,160
Overall $55k–$69k Mid $55k–$69k $53k $56k $60k $64k $67k $71k
Moderate confidence 42 listings (+12 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 42 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 40.5% stated a salary directly. The remaining 59.5% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10%  $55,000 Median  $65,000 $69,160  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

At 21.8% the spread here is among the tightest in this report, running $55,000 to $69,000 with the median fixed at $65,000. Sydney leads Brisbane at $62,000 and Melbourne at $60,000. Listings rose 40% from 30 to 42. Against Sydney's $95,000 city median that is a 31.6% shortfall. At 41% salary disclosure the figure is moderately supported.

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?
Entry is $55,000 and the whole band is compressed, so there is little distance between starting and typical pay. A forklift licence is the clearest upgrade, moving workers toward $71,000 as forklift operators. Storeperson roles at $65,000 pay the same for broader duties.
Is $65,000 a good salary in Sydney?
No. At $65,000 a warehouse assistant earns 31.6% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,003 a week against the highest living costs in this report. It does lead the country for this title by $3,000 to $5,000. The forklift licence is the single most cost-effective way out of this band.
How much does a Senior Warehouse Assistant make in Sydney?
The ceiling is $69,000, the tightest ceiling of any Sydney role in this report, so there is effectively no progression inside the title. Forklift operation, driving and storeperson work all pay the same or more and are reachable with a licence. Warehouse supervision requires stepping out of assistant-level work entirely.

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Warehouse Assistant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $65,000 0%
Brisbane $62,738 -3%
Melbourne $60,000 -8%

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