Salary of Machine Operator in Australia 2026

How much does a Machine Operator earn?

$70,295 / Annual
Based on 23 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: $70,295 Maximum: $88,000

Minimum
$57,600 Average salary
$70,295 Maximum
$88,000

$5,858 / Monthly
Based on 23 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: $5,858 Maximum: $7,333

Minimum
$4,800 Average salary
$5,858 Maximum
$7,333

$195 / Daily
Based on 23 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: $244

Minimum
$160 Average salary
$195 Maximum
$244

$37 / Hourly
Based on 23 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: $37 Maximum: $46

Minimum
$30 Average salary
$37 Maximum
$46

Salary data updated: May 2026

Salary of Machine Operator in Australia

Machine Operator

Found at: Sourcestack Australia - 2 days ago

Adelaide, Australia Synergie Australia Full-time

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

Found at: Sourcestack Australia - 1 month ago

Sydney, Australia RPR Trades Full-time

Machine Operator with Forklift LicenseWe are currently seeking highly driven and skilled Machine Operators for a...
Machine Operator

Found at: TheirStack AU - 2 days ago

Padstow, New South Wales, NSW, Australia Gow Street Recycling Centre Full-time

Machine Operator for busy recycling facility in Padstow. Must be able to operate: Excavator, Loader and Material...

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FAQ - Machine Operator

The average salary for Machine Operator is AUD70,295 per year in Australia. Salary estimates are based on 23 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 AUD88,000

Data updated: May 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: 23 job postings with salary.