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General manager salary in Australia

How much does a General Manager make in Australia?

Average base salary

$138,455

The average salary for a general manager is $138,455 per year in Australia. 558 salaries reported, updated at 12 July 2026

General Manager job openings in Australia

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General Manager, Organisationa...
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology3.5out of 5 stars.
Melbourne VIC
16 hours ago

Highest paying companies for General Manager in Australia

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Downer Group
 
$273,333per year
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nbn™
 
$272,000per year
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Rockhampton Regional Council
 
$268,333per year
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Commonwealth Bank of Australia
 
$268,333per year
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ME Bank
 
$265,333per year
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Datacom
 
$260,000per year
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Highest paying cities near Australia for General Managers

  1. Darwin NT
    $220,137 per year
  2. Brisbane QLD
    $157,488 per year
  3. Canberra ACT
    $153,757 per year
  4. Sydney NSW
    $152,699 per year
  5. Melbourne VIC
    $139,506 per year

Where can a General Manager earn more?

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How much do similar professions as General Manager get paid in Australia?

Assistant General Manager

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Average $97,171 per year

Senior General Manager

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Average $122,814 per year