What is the median salary for Mining Engineer in Cairns?

The median salary for Mining Engineer in Cairns is AUD 125,000 - AUD 180,000 per year.

How does the Mining Engineer salary in Cairns compare to the national average?

The national average salary for Mining Engineer in Australia is AUD 85,000 - AUD 180,000, while in Cairns it is AUD 85,000 - AUD 180,000.

Based on 21 job listings - Cairns, Australia 2026

Average salary

$85,000 - $180,000

Median salary

$125,000 - $180,000

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Mining Engineer

21 job openings in Cairns

The average salary for a Mining Engineer in Cairns, Australia is AUD 85,000 - AUD 180,000 per year in 2026, based on 21 job listings.

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