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Project administrator salary in Australia

How much does a Project Administrator make in Australia?

Average base salary

$84,610

The average salary for a project administrator is $84,610 per year in Australia. 365 salaries reported, updated at 6 November 2026

Project Administrator job openings in Australia

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Project Administrator
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Melbourne VIC
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Highest paying companies for Project Administrator in Australia

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
NSW Department of Communities ...
 
$136,065per year
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MBC Recruitment
 
$130,000per year
South Australia Police
 
$103,396per year
Australian National University
 
$103,238per year
Transport for NSW
 
$97,582per year
Dimeo Cleaning Services
 
$95,000per year

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Highest paying cities near Australia for Project Administrators

  1. Canberra ACT
    $101,998 per year
  2. Brisbane QLD
    $100,435 per year
  3. Perth WA
    $87,331 per year
  4. Sydney NSW
    $87,058 per year
  5. Gold Coast QLD
    $86,353 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Project Administrator

The average salary for a Project Administrator is $84,610 per year in Australia. This figure is based on 365 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 6 November 2026.

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Project Administrator salaries typically range between a low of $64,671 and a high of $110,696 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Project Administrator include Canberra ACT at $101,998 per year, Brisbane QLD at $100,435 per year and Perth WA at $87,331 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Project Administrator include NSW Department of Communities and Justice ($136,065 per year) and MBC Recruitment ($130,000 per year).

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

  • Junior Project Administrator: Average $57,705 per year
  • Senior Project Administrator: Average $91,406 per year

How much do similar professions as Project Administrator get paid in Australia?

Junior Project Administrator

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Average $57,705 per year

Senior Project Administrator

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Average $91,406 per year