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General manager salary in Australia

How much does a General Manager make in Australia?

Average base salary

$139,616

The average salary for a general manager is $139,616 per year in Australia. 555 salaries reported, updated at 13 June 2026

General Manager job openings in Australia

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General Manager - Aged Care & ...
Kinyara Health
Tullamarine VIC
Full-time
6 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.
nbn™
 
$272,000per year
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Rockhampton Regional Council
 
$268,333per year
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ME Bank
 
$265,333per year
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Downer Group
 
$263,333per year
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Commonwealth Bank of Australia
 
$262,500per year
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Datacom
 
$260,000per year
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Highest paying cities near Australia for General Managers

  1. Darwin NT
    $213,907 per year
  2. Brisbane QLD
    $162,310 per year
  3. Sydney NSW
    $155,931 per year
  4. Canberra ACT
    $153,757 per year
  5. Melbourne VIC
    $140,092 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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Senior General Manager

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Average $122,814 per year