World's highest minimum wage, mining powerhouse, booming tech sector, and exceptional work-life balance.
Iron ore, coal, lithium, gold. BHP, Rio Tinto, Fortescue. Avg: AUD $120,000-$200,000. FIFO (Fly-In Fly-Out) work.
Massive demand for nurses, GPs, allied health. Public + private. Avg: AUD $70,000-$150,000. Critical skills shortage.
Sydney, Melbourne tech hubs. Atlassian, Canva, Afterpay (homegrown). Avg: AUD $90,000-$160,000. Growing rapidly.
Infrastructure boom. Trades in high demand. Electricians, plumbers. Avg: AUD $70,000-$130,000. Skills assessment needed.
| Profession | Entry | Mid | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Engineer | $85,000 | $120,000 | $180,000+ |
| Mining Engineer | $100,000 | $150,000 | $220,000+ |
| Registered Nurse | $70,000 | $85,000 | $100,000+ |
| Doctor (GP) | $200,000 | $300,000 | $400,000+ |
| Accountant | $60,000 | $85,000 | $120,000+ |
| Electrician | $65,000 | $85,000 | $110,000+ |
| Teacher | $70,000 | $90,000 | $110,000+ |
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• Hours: 38 hrs/week standard
• Leave: 4 weeks annual +
10 sick days
• Super: 11.5% employer superannuation (forced retirement
savings)
• Public holidays: 8 national + state holidays
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Casual loading: 25% extra for casual workers