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Plumber salary in Australia

How much does a Plumber make in Australia?

Average base salary

$49.00

The average salary for a plumber is $49.00 per hour in Australia. 865 salaries reported, updated at 28 September 2026

Plumber job openings in Australia

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Full-time Plumber and Gasfitte...
Perth WA
$50 - $60 an hour
Full-time
20 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Plumber in Australia

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
O'Brien Glass Industries
 
$234,000per year
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Techforce Personnel
 
$130,867per year
Kuga Electrical
 
$130,000per year
WorkPac
 
$129,085per year
Collar Group
 
$120,000per year
Ventia
 
$118,984per year

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Highest paying cities near Australia for Plumbers

  1. Townsville QLD
    $56.00 per hour
  2. Perth WA
    $54.46 per hour
  3. Canberra ACT
    $53.54 per hour
  4. Darwin NT
    $52.24 per hour
  5. Brisbane QLD
    $50.48 per hour

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Plumber

The average salary for a Plumber is $49.00 per hour in Australia. This figure is based on 865 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 28 September 2026.

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Plumber salaries typically range between a low of $36.98 and a high of $64.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Plumber include Townsville QLD at $56.00 per hour, Perth WA at $54.46 per hour and Canberra ACT at $53.54 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Plumber include O'Brien Glass Industries ($234,000 per year) and Techforce Personnel ($130,867 per year).

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

  • Apprentice Plumber: Average $59,916 per year
  • Journeyperson Plumber: Average $72,187 per year
  • Senior Plumber: Average $98,162 per year

How much do similar professions as Plumber get paid in Australia?

Apprentice Plumber

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Average $59,916 per year