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HVAC Technician Salary in Australia

HVAC technicians install and repair heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems. The Australia median is $101,320 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$101,320
per year
Monthly (national)
$8,466
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$101,320
Newcastle, NSW
Hourly (national)
$48.71
varies by city

HVAC Technician salary by city in Australia

CityPer year
Newcastle, NSW$101,320
Canberra, ACT$101,320
Sunshine Coast, QLD$101,320
Wollongong, NSW$101,320
Hobart, TAS$101,320
Darwin, NT$101,320
Mackay, QLD$101,320
Sydney, NSW$75,643
Melbourne, VIC$72,173
Perth, WA$67,801
Brisbane, QLD$67,246
Adelaide, SA$61,972

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a hvac technician make in Australia?
The national median hvac technician salary in Australia is about $146,000 per year ($12,200 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $89,300 to $146,000.
Which Australia city pays hvac technicians the most?
Newcastle, NSW pays the most at about $146,000 per year.
Which Australia city pays hvac technicians the least?
Among cities we cover, Adelaide, SA is on the lower end at about $89,300 per year for a hvac technician.
What is the typical salary range for a hvac technician in Australia?
Across Australia cities we cover, hvac technician pay commonly spans from about $63,200 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $197,400 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Australia cities have hvac technician salary data?
Pay by Role publishes hvac technician pay for 12 cities in Australia, all shown in AUD.
Is hvac technician in demand in Australia?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +9% over the next decade. Related skilled trades roles on Pay by Role include Electrician, Plumber, Carpenter.