How much does a Heavy Equipment Operator earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Heavy Equipment Operator in Australia ranges from AUD 58,516 to AUD 64,000 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 3,663 job listings

Salary Guide

Heavy Equipment Operator Salary in Australia

Based on 3,663 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$58,516 - $64,000

Median salary

$58,516 - $64,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$9K

25th percentile$11K

Median$59K

75th percentile$64K

90th percentile$74K

50% of professionals earn between $11,083 - $64,000 AUD

The median salary is $58,516

Top cities

Brisbane145 job openings

Melbourne92 job openings

Sydney84 job openings

Perth60 job openings

Dandenong South43 job openings

Truganina35 job openings

Eastern Creek30 job openings

Adelaide26 job openings

Dandenong20 job openings

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Heavy Equipment Operator

3,663 job openings

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The average salary for a Heavy Equipment Operator in Australia is AUD 58,516 - AUD 64,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 61,258 per year, based on 3,663 active job listings.

The cities with the most Heavy Equipment Operator job opportunities in Australia are Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Dandenong South. Brisbane leads with 145 job openings.

Explore 3,663 Heavy Equipment Operator job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.