Salary of Machine Operator in Australia 2026

How much does a Machine Operator earn?

$71,675 / Annual
Based on 22 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: $71,675 Maximum: $89,880

Minimum
$57,600 Average salary
$71,675 Maximum
$89,880

$5,973 / Monthly
Based on 22 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: $5,973 Maximum: $7,490

Minimum
$4,800 Average salary
$5,973 Maximum
$7,490

$199 / Daily
Based on 22 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: $199 Maximum: $250

Minimum
$160 Average salary
$199 Maximum
$250

$37 / Hourly
Based on 22 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: $47

Minimum
$30 Average salary
$37 Maximum
$47

Salary data updated: May 2026

Salary of Machine Operator in Australia

Machine Operators

Found at: Fantastic ATS - 3 weeks ago

, Queensland, Australia JBS Australia Full-time

Are you seeking a better work-life balance, full-time hours, and the chance to grow within a nationally recognised...
Machine Operator

Found at: Fantastic ATS - 3 days ago

Penrith, New South Wales, Australia stvincentd Full-time

About Us The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, whose...
Machine Operator

Found at: Fantastic LinkedIn - 2 days ago

Alice Springs, Australia BluedustNT Full-time

Company Description BluedustNT provides a wide range of specialized welding and fabrication services, delivered with...

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FAQ - Machine Operator

The average salary for Machine Operator is AUD71,675 per year in Australia. Salary estimates are based on 22 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 AUD89,880

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: 22 job postings with salary.