Highest Paying Jobs In Australia - REVEALED

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Highest Paying Jobs In Australia

The Australian job market is pretty much like the Australian cricket team – full of champions and champions who are rewarded well for their efforts. The economy is booming, Australia has good relations with both the west and within Asia. This is quite visible in their job market. 

As a recruiter, you must be aware of the highest-paying jobs in Australia. When Tobu decided to research it, we were pleasantly surprised to see so many high paying jobs in the Australian market for different profiles and from different industries. 

In this blog we are going to showcase the highest paying jobs in the leading industries in Australia – 

  1. Healthcare Sector

The Healthcare industry has been a crucial part of the Australian economy especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Every person working on the frontline deserves to be well-paid. That is exactly what the Australian job market reflects. As the sector grows, so do the pay brackets within it. 

The highest paid Healthcare sector jobs are:

  • Anesthesiologists: AUD 331,190
  • Surgeons: AUD 297,800
  • Physicians: AUD 231,500 
  • Gynaecologists: AUD 239,120
  • Dentist: AUD 163,220
  • Pharmacists: AUD 128,570
  1. Information and Communication Technology 

The sector that powers the digital revolution. Information and communication technology is the present and the future of world economy, technology and affects every field and sphere with its presence and innovation. Obviously some of the highest paying Australian jobs come from this sector. 

  • Software Engineer: AUD 134,156
  • App Developer: AUD 111,468
  • Information Systems Security Manager: AUD 153,677
  • Data Analyst: AUD 71,226
  • Blockchain Engineer – AUD 150,000
  • Product Manager: AUD 100,000
  • Social Media Manager:  AUD 90,000
  • Technical Support: AUD 59,692 
  1. Architecture and Construction Sector 

Rise in demand for houses, commercial complexes and buildings has driven the payscale in this sector higher. Qualified resources in architecture and construction are very well paid in Australia. The Australian laws about construction and safety are very strict, hence the people working in this industry have to be excellent at their jobs and follow the laws to the letter. 

Some of the highest paying positions in Architecture and Construction are – 

  • Architect Designer: AUD 88,037 – AUD105,000 
  • Commercial Architect:  AUD 49,908 – AUD 93,852
  •  Landscape architects: : AUD 28,885 – AUD 132,393
  •  Interior designers: AUD 40,000 – AUD 74,000
  • Construction managers: AUD 60,169 – AUD 150,413
  • Urban Planners: AUD 80,000 – AUD 95,000
  1. The Education Sector 

A huge chunk of the Australian population is young. They need education at various levels. The Australian schooling system is incredible and so are Australian colleges and universities. Students from all over the world are coming to Australia for higher education. For Australia to continue to grow as an educational hub, their education sector needs to be well paid. The Australian policy makers obviously understand this very well. They have created amazing high paying jobs in Australia for educators and allied professionals. 

Take  a look at the highest paying jobs in the Australian education sector – 

  • Teachers: AUD 85,000 – AUD 100,000
  • Caretakers: AUD 55,000 – AUD 75,000
  • Counsellors: AUD 80,000 – AUD 95,000
  • Librarians: AUD 75,000 – AUD 90,000
  • School principals: AUD 145,000 – AUD 165,000
  • Private tutors and coaches: AUD 60,000 – AUD 75,000
  • University lecturers: AUD 95,000 – AUD 115,000
  1. The Retail Sector 

The retail sector is one of the most important pillars of any economy. It is a sector that is directly in touch with the consumers and understands the pulse of the market. Australia is no different. The Australian retail sector is booming. International and homegrown brands both have a vital share in the market. Australian retail brands are also expanding internationally into newer territories. Therefore, the retail sector is one of the highest paying sectors in Australia for skilled professionals. 

The highest-paid Retail jobs are:

  • Franchise owners:  AUD 72,500
  • Cashiers: AUD 61,986 
  • General managers:  AUD 140,000 – AUD 160,000
  • Loss prevention managers: AUD 85,452
  • Customer service managers: AUD 65,000 – AUD 85,000
  • Sales associates: AUD 55,000 – AUD 65,000
  • Retail analytic professionals: AUD7 9,859

Final Thoughts

Recruitment agencies, staffing firms and recruiters are always looking for skilled professionals who will match up to their clients’ expectations. But they also need to ensure that the clients’ offer them pay packages that are in line with the industry standards. 
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