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Human resources manager salary in Australia

How much does a Human Resources Manager make in Australia?

Average base salary

$121,503

The average salary for a human resources manager is $121,503 per year in Australia. 382 salaries reported, updated at 22 September 2026

Human Resources Manager job openings in Australia

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HR Services Manager - APAC
Bradken3.6out of 5 stars.
Greater Adelaide SA
3 days ago

Highest paying companies for Human Resources Manager in Australia

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Australian Federal Police
 
$221,450per year
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Techforce Personnel
 
$212,242per year
Santos
 
$210,000per year
Central Queensland University
 
$187,334per year
Zoom Recruitment
 
$180,000per year
University of Newcastle
 
$174,712per year

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Highest paying cities near Australia for Human Resources Managers

  1. Alice Springs NT
    $150,303 per year
  2. Darwin NT
    $145,204 per year
  3. Perth WA
    $140,551 per year
  4. Melbourne VIC
    $130,355 per year
  5. Canberra ACT
    $128,392 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Human Resources Manager

The average salary for a Human Resources Manager is $121,503 per year in Australia. This figure is based on 382 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 22 September 2026.

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Human Resources Manager salaries typically range between a low of $90,527 and a high of $163,080 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Human Resources Manager include Alice Springs NT at $150,303 per year, Darwin NT at $145,204 per year and Perth WA at $140,551 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Human Resources Manager include Australian Federal Police ($221,450 per year) and Techforce Personnel ($212,242 per year).

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

  • Senior Human Resources Manager: Average $176,012 per year
  • Junior Human Resources Manager: Average $87,180 per year

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

Senior Human Resources Manager

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Average $176,012 per year

Junior Human Resources Manager

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Average $87,180 per year