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Assistant Job Market Data across Australia
How many Assistant jobs are available in Australia?
There are currently 566 Assistant jobs across Australia listed on Employment Hero, with 113 new positions added in the last 7 days, the most recent posted less than an hour ago. Full-time roles lead at 49% of listings, with temporary at 34% and part-time at 12%. Onsite roles lead the way, with 521 listings requiring onsite presence, 40 hybrid and five remote. Entry-level candidates are best placed with 231 roles, followed by 155 mid-level and 88 senior positions. Top employers currently hiring include Kitchen Warehouse (28), Screen Queensland Pty Ltd (14) and Alquemie Group Operations – AU (13).
How much does an assistant earn in Australia?
The median salary for an Assistant in Australia is $83,666 per year, with the middle 50% of roles falling between $67,330 and $101,082. Top earners take home over $120,353. NT pays the most, with a median salary 14% above the national average.
Median salary by seniority
Median salary by state
| State | Median salary | vs national |
|---|---|---|
| NT | $95,738 | +14% |
| NSW | $88,008 | +5% |
| TAS | $86,626 | +4% |
| SA | $85,496 | +2% |
| ACT | $83,618 | +0% |
| QLD | $82,965 | −1% |
| VIC | $79,303 | −5% |
| WA | $78,804 | −6% |
| National | $83,666 | — |
Salary data is current as at September 2026 and provided as general information only, based on Employment Hero jobs data. While believed accurate, it has not been independently verified and Employment Hero does not accept responsibility for any inaccuracy. This information should not be relied on as financial or career advice — seek independent advice before making employment or salary decisions.
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