Salary of Machine Operator in Australia 2026

How much does a Machine Operator earn?

$70,061 / Annual
Based on 30 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $57,600 Average salary: $70,061 Maximum: $90,000

Minimum
$57,600 Average salary
$70,061 Maximum
$90,000

$5,838 / Monthly
Based on 30 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $4,800 Average salary: $5,838 Maximum: $7,500

Minimum
$4,800 Average salary
$5,838 Maximum
$7,500

$195 / Daily
Based on 30 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $160 Average salary: $195 Maximum: $250

Minimum
$160 Average salary
$195 Maximum
$250

$36 / Hourly
Based on 30 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $30 Average salary: $36 Maximum: $47

Minimum
$30 Average salary
$36 Maximum
$47

Salary data updated: July 2026

Salary of Machine Operator in Australia

Machine Operator

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Kewdale, Western Australia KG Talent Full-time

DescriptionMachine Operator | Metroll PerthMetroll is a leading Australian manufacturer of steel building products,...
Machine Operators

Found at: Sourcestack Australia - 3 hours ago

Adelaide, Australia Synergie Australia Full-time

We think outside the box by redefining recruitment. Through long-term partnerships, we connect the right...
Machine Operator

Found at: Sourcestack Australia - 3 hours ago

AUS > Farleigh > Farleigh Habana Rd > PLANT 3566 Farleigh Quarry, Australia Heidelberg Materials Full-time USD 31 - USD 36

Opportunity to join our team as a Quarry Operator at our Farleigh Quarry in Mackay, Queensland on a permanent full-time...

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FAQ - Machine Operator

The average salary for Machine Operator is AUD70,061 per year in Australia. Salary estimates are based on 30 salaries shared anonymously with Trabajo.org by employees with the position of Machine Operator in Australia.

The lowest salary of Machine Operator per year in Australia is AUD57,600

The highest salary for Machine Operator per year in Australia is AUD90,000

Data updated: July 2026

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Methodology

Salary data is calculated from compensation ranges published in active job listings in Australia. Job postings that include salary information are analyzed to obtain minimum, average and maximum values by position. Data is updated monthly and reflects listings from the last 90 days. Sample size for this position: 30 job postings with salary.