Engineering Manager Salary in Australia

A$213,000Regional estimate

An Engineering Manager in Australia earns a median salary of A$213,000. The salary range spans from A$158,000 for the 25th percentile to A$379,000 for the top 10% of earners.

Pay percentiles

Regional estimate
25th percentile
A$158,000
Median (p50)
A$213,000
75th percentile
A$288,000
Top 10% (p90)
A$379,000

Gross annual, local currency.

Salary by seniority

Estimated
JuniorA$128,000-40%
Mid-levelA$187,000-12%
SeniorA$266,000+25%
Lead / ExecA$373,000+75%

Total compensation

Base70%
Bonus12%
Equity12%
Benefits6%

Benefits are worth about A$25,500 a year on top of cash pay.

Where this pay goes furthest

The same package, in local cost-of-living terms, across markets.

How we calculate this

This salary data is a regional estimate for Engineering Managers in Australia. All figures represent gross annual earnings before tax and other deductions. The data is based on a regional benchmark.

Frequently asked questions

Is A$213,000 a good salary for an Engineering Manager in Australia?

Earning A$213,000 places you at the median for an Engineering Manager in Australia. This means half of professionals in this role earn more, and half earn less. The top 10% earn A$379,000.

How does a senior Engineering Manager salary compare to a junior one?

A senior Engineering Manager has a median salary of A$266,000. In contrast, a junior Engineering Manager's median salary is A$128,000, showing a significant difference based on experience level.

What is the total compensation for an Engineering Manager?

The total compensation includes base salary plus benefits. The estimated benefits value per year is A$25,500, which should be considered alongside your base salary.

How is the Engineering Manager salary calculated?

Salary figures are determined by analyzing reported compensation data. Percentiles like the 25th (A$158,000) and 75th (A$288,000) show the distribution of earnings, with the median (A$213,000) representing the middle point.

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