Truck Driver Salary in Australia

Comprehensive salary information for Truck Driver positions in Australia, Western Australia

Average Truck Driver Salary

$82,000 / year
Salary Range: $55,000 - $130,000
Industry: Transport
Market Demand: Very High
Growth Rate: Steady growth
Remote Work: Not typically available

Salary by Experience Level

Experience Level Salary Range
Entry Level (0-2 years) $60,000
Mid Level (3-5 years) $80,000
Senior Level (6+ years) $110,000

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Current Truck Driver Jobs in Australia

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HR Truck Driver

Riverview Farms Pastoral Pty Ltd πŸ“ Toolamba, Shepparton πŸ’° $80k Full-time, Permanent

Heavy Duty Truck Driver – Full Time Location: Toolamba Salary: $80,000 per year Position Type: Full-Time Riverview Farms Pastoral Pty Ltd is looking for a Heavy Rigid truck driver to work on farm tran...

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BJ GROUP WA PTY LTD πŸ“ Armadale, Armadale Area πŸ’° $80k - $90k Full-time, Permanent

Truck Driver BJ GROUP WA PTY LTD HARRISDALE WA 6112 Permanent, Full-time Salary $80,000 - $90,000 We are looking for Truck Driver to join our team. Job Responsibilities Include: Manoeuvre trucks safel...

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Western Wide Pty Ltd πŸ“ Oakford, Serpentine Area πŸ’° $80k - $85k Full-time, Permanent

Truck Driver Western Wide Pty Ltd 766 King Road Oldbury WA 6121 Australia Permanent, Full-time Salary $80,000 - $85,000 Western Wide Pty Ltd is a Perth-based logistics and transport company specializi...

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Jatana Bros Pty Ltd πŸ“ Huntingdale, Gosnells Area πŸ’° $80k - $90k Full-time, Permanent

Truck Driver Jatana Bros Pty Ltd t/a J&A EXPRESS LOGISTICS Unit 34, 2232B Albany Highway GOSNELLS, Western Australia, 6110 Permanent, Full-time Salary $80,000 - $90,000 JATANA BRO’S PTY LTD, operating...

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Minhas Transport Solutions Pty Ltd πŸ“ Belhus, Swan Area πŸ’° $100k - $125k Full-time, Permanent

About Us: At Minhas Transport Solutions Pty Ltd, we take pride in delivering top-notch transport services across Western Australia. With the business growing and demand for our services skyrocketing, ...

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HR Truck Driver – CV or C2 License preferred

Hays πŸ“ Canberra Region, Australian Capital Territory Full-time, Contract

HR Truck Driver opportunity with a leading distributor. CV or C2 crane license highly regarded Your new company Your new company is a national leading distributor of building supplies who take pride i...

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HC Truck Driver

Hays πŸ“ Hobart Region, Tasmania Full-time, Permanent

Permanent position, great team environment, well-maintained fleet, local and intrastate runs. Your new company Hays Recruitment are seeking a HC Truck Driver for a manufacturing business based in West...

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MR Truck Driver

Hays πŸ“ Hobart Region, Tasmania Full-time, Contract

Split your day between the road and the factory in this hands-on full-time role in Westbury. Your new company Hays Manufacturing & Operations are proud to be partnering with a well-established manufac...

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Looking for work in Mount Isa?

Hays πŸ“ Mt Isa, Central QLD Region Not specified

Looking for Work in Mount Isa? HaysResources & Mining is partnering with several mining houses and leadingemployers across Mount Isa and North West Queensland, with immediateopportunities available fo...

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Jijia Pty Ltd trading as Jape Furnishing Interiors - multiple positions

Jijia Pty Ltd trading as Jape Furnishing Interiors πŸ“ Northern Territory, Australia πŸ’° $68k - $80k Full-time, Permanent

Location: Millner, 0810 1. Retail Supervisor Salary: $67,520–$80,000 Key Duties and Responsibilities Handle telephone enquiries, assist showroom customers and provide proactive after-sales service. Ma...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Truck Driver Salaries

How much does a Truck Driver earn in Australia?
The average truck driver salary in Australia is about $82,000 per year. Entry-level roles typically start around $60,000, mid-career sits near $80,000, and senior positions reach $110,000. The full range across the country runs from roughly $55,000 to $130,000.
How much do truck drivers earn in Perth and WA?
WA rates sit above eastern states equivalents because the state depends on long-distance road freight. MC road train drivers earn $85,000-$115,000 and mine site transport roles reach $130,000.
What qualifications do you need to be a truck driver?
The appropriate heavy vehicle licence class for the vehicle - MR, HR, HC or MC - with each step requiring a minimum period holding the previous class. Dangerous Goods and fatigue management accreditations unlock higher paid work.
Is truck driver a good career in Australia?
Demand is currently rated very high with steady growth expected. WA rates sit above eastern states equivalents because the state depends on long-distance road freight.