How much does a Ship Captain earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Ship Captain in Australia ranges from AUD 80,000 to AUD 170,000 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 26 job listings

How much does a Ship Captain earn in Australia?

The average salary for a Ship Captain in Australia is AUD 120,000 - AUD 138,000 per year.

Salary Guide

Ship Captain Salary in Australia

Based on 26 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$80,000 - $170,000

Median salary

$120,000 - $138,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$68K

25th percentile$80K

Median$120K

75th percentile$170K

90th percentile$196K

50% of professionals earn between $80,000 - $170,000 AUD

The median salary is $120,000

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Ship Captain

26 job openings

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The average salary for a Ship Captain in Australia is AUD 80,000 - AUD 170,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 129,000 per year, based on 26 active job listings.

The cities with the most Ship Captain job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Karratha. Sydney leads with 8 job openings.

Explore 26 Ship Captain job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.