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Senior civil engineer salary in Australia

How much does a Senior Civil Engineer make in Australia?

Average base salary

$146,008

The average salary for a senior civil engineer is $146,008 per year in Australia. 160 salaries reported, updated at 4 July 2026

Senior Civil Engineer job openings in Australia

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Senior Civil Engineer
Arup4out of 5 stars.
Brisbane QLD
4 days ago

Highest paying companies for Senior Civil Engineer in Australia

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Ergon Energy
 
$176,423per year
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Workfast
 
$170,000per year
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DFP Recruitment Services Pty L...
 
$169,718per year
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APG Workforce
 
$166,400per year
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University of the Sunshine Coa...
 
$151,112per year
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NSW Department of Communities ...
 
$145,445per year
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Highest paying cities near Australia for Senior Civil Engineers

  1. Darwin NT
    $162,356 per year
  2. Toowoomba QLD
    $157,045 per year
  3. Brisbane QLD
    $156,739 per year
  4. Sydney NSW
    $156,573 per year
  5. Gold Coast QLD
    $152,329 per year

Where can a Senior Civil Engineer earn more?

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How much do similar professions as Senior Civil Engineer get paid in Australia?

Civil Engineer

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Average $100,014 per year

Senior Civil Engineer

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Average $146,008 per year

Entry Level Civil Engineer

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Average $141,527 per year

Junior Civil Engineer

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Average $82,954 per year