Civil engineer salary in Australia

The average salary for a Civil Engineer is $99,519 per year in Australia. This figure is based on 945 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 17 August 2026.

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Civil Engineer salaries typically range between a low of $63,265 and a high of $156,550 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Civil Engineer include Brisbane QLD at $132,116 per year, Sydney NSW at $121,842 per year and Townsville QLD at $119,080 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Civil Engineer include Flinders University (USD 212,873 per year) and MBC Recruitment (USD 176,800 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Civil Engineer salary compares to related positions:

• Senior Civil Engineer: Average $146,531 per year
• Entry Level Civil Engineer: Average $141,527 per year
• Junior Civil Engineer: Average $82,954 per year