Kelly Services australiA
and New Zealand
2014 salary guide
april 2014
About the Kelly Services Salary Guide
Å The Kelly Services 2014 Salary Guide is designed to provide both employers and job seekers with salary
information on a wide range of roles, providing the ability to benchmark a role or an individual against other
areas of expertise or against the same role in another area of the country.
The Kelly Services 2014 Salary Guide covers both qualified and non-qualified roles across the Industrial,
Accounting and Finance, Banking and Financial Services, Scientific, Engineering, Office Support,
Professional Support, Call Centre and Information Technology (IT) industries. The guide also provides a
location by location overview of the diverse Australian and New Zealand markets.
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Contents
4INTRODUCTION
5AUSTRALIA – NATIONAL OVERVIEW
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Australian Capital Territory
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New South Wales
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Queensland
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South Australia
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Kelly Engineering Overview
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Civil/Water/Rail/Power
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Victoria
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Western Australia
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KELLY FINANCIAL RESOURCES
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Kelly Financial Resources Overview
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Accounting & Finance
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Banking & Financial Services
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KELLY ENGINEERING
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Construction
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Manufacturing/Process
12NEW ZEALAND
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Mechanical
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Auckland
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Electrical
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Christchurch
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Mining, Resources
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Wellington
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KELLY IT RESOURCES
SALARIES
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Kelly IT Resources Overview
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Information Technology
16COMMERCIAL
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KELLY SCIENTIFIC RESOURCES
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Office Support
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Kelly Scienctific Resources Overview
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Professional Support
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Scientific
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Regulatory Affairs
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Call Centre
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Industrial / Operations
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Clinical Research
Industrial / Trades
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Sales and Marketing
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Environment
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Contact Details – Australia
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Contact Details – New Zealand
Methodology: Salary figures included in the 2014 Kelly Services Salary Guide are derived by combining the expert market knowledge of senior recruitment
professionals within the Kelly Australia and New Zealand network with input from clients and the latest job placement data recorded on the Kelly Services database.
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introduction
Å The Australian economy is going through
and a rebound in building and construction
I am very confident that it will provide an
a period of transition as it shifts from its
activity in the wake of the devastating and
essential resource for organisations of all types
reliance on mining investment which has
tragic 2011 earthquake in Christchurch.
as they navigate this business landscape.
In many ways, the pattern of the
The guide provides a detailed look at salary
two economies – so often in tandem
levels across a range of occupations and
– is somewhat divergent.
roles in key sectors of the economy, as well
been the driver of growth and prosperity for
the last decade. This unprecedented spike in
resources activity has dominated the country’s
recent economic landscape and helped to
cushion the nation at a time when the rest of
the world was undergoing a severe downturn.
As we enter a new phase of the economic
Australia certainly enters 2014 with its strong
record of economic achievement intact,
but at a crossroads in some key areas.
cycle, Australia faces some challenging
For New Zealand, the year ahead will be
issues. The country’s manufacturing sector
buoyed by the resurgence in confidence that
is experiencing the fallout from the mining
is evident among consumers and business.
as an analysis of the major trends that will
influence employment and hiring activity.
I trust that you will gain useful insights to help
guide your activities over the coming year.
boom as the huge increase in our terms
of trade and the currency appreciation
I am delighted to be able to present the
weaken international competitiveness.
2014 Australia and New Zealand Salary
Guide to help firms understand and
Karen Colfer
Across the Tasman, the New Zealand economy
manage the trends that will shape our
VP & Managing Director,
is flourishing on the back of strong exports
two countries over the period ahead.
Kelly Services Australia and New Zealand
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AUSTRALIA –national overview
Australia’s recent stellar economic performance has had some of the gloss removed as it heads
into 2014. Softer economic conditions and a rapidly changing business landscape are expected,
on the back of declining resources investment and a challenging manufacturing outlook.
Å Australia’s remarkable run of
extraction and processing commence, but
from the recent high value of the Australian
recorded their lowest growth in
economic growth is set to continue in
with fewer jobs and no area of the non-
dollar, competition from China, and
20 years at the start of 2014, a pattern that
2014 but at a more subdued pace and
mining economy able to fill the gap.
Australia’s relatively high cost base.
is likely to prevail for the year ahead.
employment and business activity.
A sequence of shocks to the manufacturing
The government has signalled an end
Hiring intentions are firm, but full time
sector has greeted the new federal
to the era of industry assistance, and
jobs have steadied with most of the
Economic growth is tipped to slow
government under Prime Minister Tony
foreshadowed plans for large national
growth in part time work. There are
to slightly less than 3 per cent, with
Abbott. In quick succession, Ford, Holden
infrastructure investment and removal of
also likely to be ongoing shifts, from
unemployment to rise to 6.25 per cent.1
and Toyota each announced plans to
business red tape, designed to promote
manufacturing to services, and from mining
cease manufacturing in Australia by
private sector activity. These measures are
construction to mining operations, as well
The slower pace of activity stems from
2016-17, effectively marking the end
likely to boost employment in construction
as to the growing oil and gas sector.
the end of the investment phase of the
of local motor vehicle production.
in major centres, while a pick up in dwelling
against a backdrop of major shifts in
commencements is also helping the
While the country’s run of economic success
expenditure in mining operations and a
Added to that the national carrier,
housing sector. Retail sales have recorded
is set to continue, the latest chapter marks
jobs stampede in the resource-rich states
QANTAS announced significant job
very strong growth at the start of 2014,
the start of a period of transition to a new
of Western Australia and Queensland.
losses, while prolonged drought in NSW
pointing to rising consumer confidence.
phase of economic and business activity.
resources boom which saw record capital
and Queensland is impacting agricultural
This boom in construction activity will
production and rural employment.
With inflation at less than 3 per cent there is
now give way to the operations phase as
Manufacturing is under sustained pressure
no urgency for a rise in official rates. Wages
1
Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook.
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AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
The prospect of significant cuts to the Canberra public
service and the flow-on effects to business, consumers
and the housing sector are likely to mean a weaker
economic outlook and jobs market for 2014.
Å Canberra’s cyclical dependence on the
Housing and construction has already been
fortunes of changing federal governments
impacted. A surge over recent years in
means that the next few years will likely
residential building work has dropped off
see it lose much of its recent economic
and housing prices have fallen as demand
buoyancy. Over recent years the ACT
has weakened. Construction activity is also
economy has grown faster than the
weaker and there is likely to be less demand
national average, sustained by the
for rental space with several government
country’s highest per capita income.
agencies being amalgamated or closed.
But the new federal government’s plans for
The ACT’s relatively small workforce of
big cuts to the public service mean that a
some 200,000 has experienced weak
disproportionate burden will fall on the ACT.
recent employment growth, while job
vacancies are low. Surprisingly its population
It has been estimated that of the 14,000 jobs
growth has surged, only slightly less than
to be cut from the federal public service, as
in Western Australia which has been a
many as 6000 could come from Canberra.2
magnet for thousands of mine workers.
The impact of public service pruning has
One bright spot centres on the first
a major impact on consumer sentiment,
stage of a new light rail project to
housing activity and even the private sector,
commence in 2016 which will lift demand
where a significant proportion is reliant
for engineering and construction
on transactions with government and
professionals and which is expected to
government agencies. Retail turnover has
take up to three years to complete.
noticeably dipped over the last 12 months.
2
Deloitte Access Economics.
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NEW SOUTH WALES
The NSW economy is being propelled by a rebound in
business investment and a series of major infrastructure
projects that are driving demand for a broad range
of professional and skilled occupations.
Å There has been a resurgence of
activity in the construction, tourism and
confidence and a return of economic
commercial and residential sectors.
activity in the NSW economy, and a marked
improvement in demand for jobs across a
range of occupations. Employment growth
is forecast to be around trend and the
unemployment rate is expected to remain
Demand is strong for a wide range of
occupations encompassing building
and construction, civil engineering,
architecture, design, consultancy and project
relatively low, at around 5.5 per cent.
management services. Stronger dwelling
The more upbeat outlook is being felt
demand for building and trades skills.
across a number of important sectors,
namely building and construction, IT and
banking and financial services. Interestingly,
NSW is also seeing a surge in activity in the
high tech component (medical, biotech,
commencements are also seeing increased
The State’s strong presence in the banking
and financial services is being aided by a
more upbeat share market performance
and increased demand for a range of
aerospace) manufacturing space.
financial planners, analysts and advisers.
The biggest boost is coming from a series of
IT services are also in strong demand and
government funded infrastructure projects
encompassing new rail connections, road
upgrades, a light rail project in Sydney
CBD and the refurbishment of the city’s
entertainment and convention precinct.
The $6 billion Barangaroo project
on the western harbour foreshore,
one of the largest ever undertaken in
there are pockets of shortage across some of
the high-end enterprise services needed for
business restructuring and financial analysis.
In the resources sector, planned coal
expansion and the growing onshore
gas sector are seeing demand for
environmental and resource analysts,
project managers and plant operators.
Australia, will be a major generator of
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QUEENSLAND
Queensland has been a beneficiary of Australia’s two-speed economy
with exceptional growth driven by investment in major projects centring
on resources, but with a sharp fall off in construction investment,
Queensland will need other sources of growth to fill the void.
Å Queensland has reaped the rewards
taken a toll on industries such as tourism,
of sustained investment in resources and
agriculture and manufacturing.
major projects, but the tide is turning
and the economy is facing a period of
Economic growth is expected to dip during
rebalancing away from resources.
2014 before the massive exports associated
Investment in major projects work is forecast
on stream over the next year and beyond.
to decline by nearly 50 per cent to a trough
of $9.5 billion in 2015-16.3 The fall will be led
with recent coal developments and LNG come
With the state government focussed on
by mining and heavy industry construction.
restoring the budget and with major flood
The completion of major LNG facilities
there is little public sector investment on the
on Curtis Island and in the Surat Basin
horizon, and a weak public sector jobs market.
and the passing of the peak of the coal
boom are expected to see about 8000
jobs disappear from these sectors. LNG
operations and the onshore gas industry
are generating demand for plant operators,
project managers and technicians, as
recovery reconstruction nearing completion,
On the positive side, there is strong
population growth and healthy home
building activity which is lifting demand for
a range of trades. The lower value of the
dollar will be good for tourism, recreation
well as environmental specialists.
and accommodation which have had a
One of the challenges will be in diversifying
are on the rise following a series of reforms
away from resources. The high Australian
to the state’s tertiary education system.
tough few years, while education exports
dollar, cyclone and drought have all
3
Construction Skills Queensland and the Queensland Major Contractors Association.
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SOUTH AUSTRALIA
The loss of a manufacturing icon from South Australia and
a relatively flat local economy have hit the South Australian
economy, while government is under pressure to source
projects to get the state moving.
Å Economic activity in South Australia has
unemployment rate rising from 5.7 to
recently been soft and below the long term
6.6 per cent over the past 12 months.
average. Both residential and non-residential
Some regional areas face real difficulties
building activity has been weak and public
with chronic unemployment.
sector investment has been cut back in line
with the state government’s efforts to rein in a
There is some optimism surrounding
structural budget deficit.
industrial construction which largely reflects
The manufacturing sector has received a
than new projects.
blow with Holden’s announcement that it will
stop manufacturing from 2017, resulting in a
loss of about 6000 jobs. Only months earlier,
BHP Billiton decided against the $30 billion
open-pit expansion of the Olympic Dam
a continuation of work in the pipeline, rather
The state will also benefit from ongoing
activity in the defence industry, including the
construction of three air-warfare destroyers
and maintenance of the Collins class
copper mine.
submarines. A decision on the next generation
The South Australian Treasury expects
intensely sought in South Australia.
growth of 2.5 per cent in 2013/14 with
some rise in housing market activity and
of submarines is not too far off and is being
Ironically, the loss of the venerable Holden
household spending.
plant could place South Australia in the
Employment growth is predicted at only
submarine contract if the federal government
around 0.5 per cent. Overall the jobs
decides to buy an Australian rather than a
market remains relatively weak, with the
foreign vessel.
box seat to win the lion’s share of the new
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VICTORIA
Victoria has experienced a soft economy and a fair share of the
downside from the latest shake-out in manufacturing, but the
fundamentals are sound and the state should rebound as
economic recovery gathers pace.
Å Losing big manufacturing businesses is
The first stage of the EastWest link is expected
a rough way to start the year and Victoria
to commence late in 2014 connecting the
suffered a double blow with the planned
Eastern Freeway and Western Ring Road is
closure of Toyota’s car plant at Altona and
worth an estimated $6-8 billion.
the shutting down of the Alcoa aluminum
smelter at Geelong.
Also on the drawing board is the Metro Rail
With about 30 per cent of the country’s
inner core of Melbourne’s rail network.
manufacturing in Victoria, the state is
experiencing the downside from a high
Australian dollar, weak commodity prices
and competition from China.
Economic growth in Victoria has been weak,
advancing only 1.6 per cent over the previous
year and not expected to improve much for
the rest of 2014. A soft labour market has seen
a gradual rise in the rate of unemployment to
above 6 per cent.
Capacity Project which will help untangle the
Also on the positive side, strong population
growth, a buoyant housing market and healthy
retail sales all seem to defy the gloom that
has shrouded the state’s immediate
manufacturing prospects.
The likelihood of continued low interest rates
and some recent signs of an upturn in hiring
activity should mean that the state is wellplaced to prosper once the broader economy
moves more firmly into recovery.
Business investment has also been subdued
but a number of government infrastructure
projects are helping to boost activity and jobs.
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA
The once-in-a-generation resources juggernaut has propelled
Western Australia’s economy and generated enormous
prosperity. That boom is now entering a new phase and while
activity will be curtailed, there is still much to be confident about.
Å The state that dominated the resources
20,000 extra workers, with projected skills
boom is now in a period of transition as
shortages across a range of engineering
the construction phase gives way to mining
and plant operations.
operations, with less demand for jobs and a
changed skills profile.
Even with the shift in focus, the West
Australian economy is forecast to remain
Western Australia remains the country’s best
buoyant and indeed the best performing
performing economy, but growth will slip back
across Australia over the next few years. In
as the state confronts the “construction cliff”.
particular, housing construction is growing
It is estimated that some 75,000 workers will
strongly following 2013 which saw the highest
be displaced from the construction phase of
number of new private housing approvals
the mining over 2014–2018, most of them
since 2006.
from Western Australia and Queensland. This
will impact mainly trade skills – electricians,
Surging net migration, strong wages growth,
plumbers, carpenters and joiners.
high levels of consumer sentiment, a lift in
In their place, will be demand for mine
underpinning the West’s economic strength.
workers, plant operators and drivers but this
phase is less labour intensive and will need
approximately 17,000 additional workers
Australia wide.
home purchases and robust retail sales are all
Other sectors which are forecast to do well
and help fill the mining void are agriculture,
tourism and international education.
Fortunately, the LNG sector is taking off
at the right time and will need more than
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new zealand – national overview
New Zealand’s economy is experiencing a remarkable turnaround as a
flourishing agricultural sector and a major reconstruction program see the
country emerge from a protracted downturn.
Å New Zealand has emerged from a
this has been bolstered by a significant
highs. This confidence is being
deep recession with its economy roaring
rise in commodity prices which is lifting
attributed, in part, to a series of structural
out of the blocks in 2014 with a powerful
the terms of trade and hence the value
reforms including tax reform, free trade
rebound in business investment, primary
of the New Zealand dollar. Retail sales
agreements, sale of public assets and
production and consumer spending.
are up about 4 per cent over the year.
reduction in the size of government.
After a recession that started in 2008,
Construction activity has advanced strongly
New Zealand jumped five places to 18th
the economy is set to grow by 3 per cent
on the back of the building and reconstruction
spot on the World Economic Forum’s Global
in 2014, although some private sector
work taking place in Canterbury in the wake of
Competitiveness Index for 2014, overtaking
economists are predicting a figure of around
the 2011 Christchurch earthquake. The rebuild
Australia which slipped one place to 21st.
4 per cent. The upturn began in earnest
is forecast to contribute fully one-third of GDP
in the second half of 2013, driven by a lift
in 2014. Improving house prices are bolstering
All the signs point to a stronger year for
in agricultural production and exports in
consumer confidence and retail sales.
employment and hiring activity, after
several years where the private sector
the wake of the previous year’s drought.
The pace and strength of New Zealand’s
has marked time. This could also see
Output in the critical agriculture, forestry
turnaround is reflected in business
some upward pressure on salaries.
and fisheries category has surged, and
confidence levels which are at historic
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Auckland
New Zealand’s biggest city is reaping the benefits of the resurgence in
the broader economy and is seeing a marked turnaround in business
activity as well as an influx of people returning to share the prosperity.
Å Auckland will be the centre of much of
Wages are growing in line with inflation
the heightened business activity and
but the population influx will help to
employment growth that is anticipated
keep a lid on excessive wages growth.
over the coming year.
Like all major financial and business centres,
Auckland’s dominant position in the national
there is steady demand for professionals
economy and the broad based recovery
across banking and financial services, IT and
that is underway means that there will be
property services. In particular high skilled
demand for positions across wholesale and
people in Science, Technology, Engineering
retail trade, transport and storage, housing
and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines are
and construction and business services.
in demand and command a premium.
The city is experiencing strong net
Manufacturing activity is also strengthening
migration as the population swells to take
in the Auckland area and will be
advantage of the improved circumstances.
likely to lead to increased hiring.
That will be positive for employment
participation, retail sales and housing.
The coming year should be a buoyant one for
Already there is a shortage of housing
when it comes to increasing headcount,
stock in the city, which has helped to
simply because businesses have been in such
push up prices and, in turn, spurred on
a risk averse mindset for such a long time.
increased dwelling construction. Non-
the city. The take-off may be somewhat muted
residential construction is also strong.
However, once confidence gathers
The population growth in the city means
tone for the rest of the country, and
that skills shortages are likely to be lessened.
so far all the signs are positive.
steam, Auckland is likely to set the
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Christchurch
The massive reconstruction exercise associated with the
Christchurch earthquake is rebuilding the local community
as well as underpinning the national economy.
Å Christchurch endured enormous human
The spike in activity is fuelling demand for
and financial loss in the 2010 and 2011
a wide range of tradespeople including
earthquakes and is now at the centre of
builders, plumbers, electricians, plasterers and
a rebuilding program that is powering a
tilers as well as for construction managers,
nationwide economic revival.
planners, designers, drivers, engineers
and telecommunications specialists.
The construction effort in the Canterbury
region of the South Island has a revised price
tag of $40 billion – equal to about 20 per
cent of annual GDP. Growth in Canterbury
of more than 6 per cent annually outstrips
every other region and is the dominant
item in national economic data as well
as the main driver of skills and jobs.
The effects are spilling over to a wide range
of firms in the South Island where hiring
intentions are stronger than they have been
for some years. There is a surge in the
number of workers attracted to the region.
There are skills shortages in some of these
occupations resulting in skills being sourced
from Australia, the UK and elsewhere.
There is also pressure on wages across a
range of these roles.
The region will be the focus on national efforts
for several years meaning that opportunities
for re-skilling, up skilling or training should
provide job pathways for those wanting
to enter the trades. For professionals in
construction, property and engineering it
is likely to be a period of steady activity.
It is generating strong growth in housing
For the region more generally, the rebuild
approvals, commercial building approvals,
is underwriting a robust commercial
retail sales and new car sales. The shortage of
environment for materials suppliers,
housing stock is also pushing up home prices.
manufacturers and retailers.
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Wellington
The national capital is sharing in the country’s economic recovery
even though a decline in the public sector means that government
jobs and programs are being placed on the backburner.
Å Wellington has joined the rest of New
forecast for the broader economy over the
Zealand in reaping the spoils of the economic
next few years. Positions in government-
recovery which hatched in the second half of
related fields will become more in demand
2013. While the capital’s prospective growth
including specialist managers, HR, legal
may be a little more subdued than elsewhere,
professionals, IT and administrative staff.
the momentum is gathering.
Telecommunications is also forecast to grow
more strongly over the next few years as
It has been a difficult few years in the city
demand for services expands.
under the weight of government cutbacks
that have seen jobs disappear. This has flowed
Professional, scientific and technical services
through to weak retail spending and subdued
make up a relatively large contribution to
employment activity across the board.
the city’s workforce. There is also a push to
attract more creative and knowledge-based
Housing price rises have also been more
businesses as part of a strategy to diversify the
tempered than elsewhere in the country.
economic base.
However population movements and work
associated with the Christchurch quake
After several years of stagnant conditions
repairs are giving a lift to the non-residential
in Wellington, the coming year will deliver
building sector.
more robust economic activity. The
September election will add its own fervour
The city is expected to grow a little more
to the economic fabric, but will not alter the
slowly than the 3-4 per cent annual rate
momentum that is now underway.
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Office Manager
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Team Coordinator
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65
40
55
48
40
55
48
40
55 47.5
WP Operator
38
55
42
35
50
40
40
50
45
43
53
48
40
53
45
42
52
45
40
55
45
40
50
45
45
60 52.5
17
All salaries are $‘000s. Figures are base salary not including superannuation.
professional support
ACT
LOW HIGH
NSW
AVG
LOW HIGH
QLD
AVG
LOW HIGH
SA
AVG
LOW high
VIC
AVG
LOW HIGH
WA
AVG
LOW HIGH
AUK
AVG
LOW HIGH
CHCH
AVG
LOW HIGH
WEL
AVG
LOW HIGH
AVG
ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL
Accountant (Non Qualified)
50
70
60
45
65
65
50
70
65
50
70
58
51
81
65
55
75
65
50
75
60
60
70
65
60
75 67.5
Accounts Clerk
45
60
48
38
55
50
42
55
50
44
50
47
39
56
50
45
60
53
40 47.5
45
40
50
45
45
60 52.5
Accounts Payable (0-2 yrs)
45
55
47
45
55
50
42
48
45
40
45
43
41
61
48
43
55
48
40
52 47.5
40
50
45
45 57.5
52
57
Accounts Payable (3-6+ yrs)
50
65
58
48
60
52
45
55
50
45
55
50
51
66
55
50
65
57
44
55
50
45
55
50
48
60
Accounts Receivable (0-2 yrs)
45
53
47
45
55
50
42
48
45
40
45
43
41
56
52
45
60
52
40
52 47.5
40
50
45
45
58 57.5
Accounts Receivable (3-6+ yrs)
50
58
53
48
65
55
45
55
50
45
55
50
51
71
60
50
65
55
45
55
50
45
50
48
53
60
Accounts Supervisor
50
76
62
55
75
70
48
70
60
55
75
60
66
86
75
60
70
65
50
70
62
50
70
65
60
75 67.5
58
Assistant Accountant
50
70
60
45
70
65
50
65
60
50
70
60
41
71
60
58
70
65
50
70
60
50
65
58
65 72.5
70
Bookkeeper
45
70
58
50
70
55
48
65
55
50
65
55
51
76
65
60
80
70
50
75
62
60
70
65
50
75 72.5
Collections Officer
45
58
46
46
65
52
42
60
55
44
55
50
46
66
55
50
65 57.5
40
60
45
40
50
45
50
65 57.5
Credit Controller
50
70
55
50
70
62
48
60
55
55
65
55
51
71
60
48
60
50
80 57.5
45
55
53
50
75 57.5
56
Credit Manager
60
85
70
65
80
75
55
65
60
70 100
80
61
96
75
70
90
80
60
90 67.5
60
70
65
60
65 57.5
Credit Officer
45
55
50
45
65
50
45
55
50
44
55
50
46
66
55
55
65
60
45
60
50
45
55
50
50
65 57.5
Credit Supervisor
52
72
62
55
70
65
50
60
55
55
65
60
66
86
70
60
70
65
50
65 57.5
50
60
55
50
65 57.5
Data Entry Clerk
45
48
46
35
50
42
35
48
45
38
45
42
39
56
47
40
60
50
35
50
40
30
40
35
38
45 41.5
Payroll Manager
65
85
70
60 150
80
60
80
70
65 100
75
76 112
85
70
90
80
55
80
70
50
70
60
55
80
70
Payroll Officer
50
63
56
45
50
50
65
58
50
60
51
60
55
70
63
45
75
60
40
55
48
50
70
55
65
65
76
Payroll Supervisor
55
70
60
55
85
65
55
70
65
60
70
65
66
91
75
65
75
70
50
85
65
50
65
58
52
85 58.5
Procurement/Purchasing Officer
50
65
55
46
75
56
48
65
55
50
80
60
56
81
65
60
90
75
60
80
75
60
75
67
60
80
70
Reconciliations Officer
45
60
56
45
65
55
42
55
50
50
70
60
46
61
55
50
60
55
45
60
55
40
48
44
45
58
52
18
All salaries are $‘000s. Figures are base salary not including superannuation.
call centre
ACT
LOW HIGH
Call Centre Manager
50
90
NSW
QLD
SA
AVG
LOW HIGH
AVG
LOW HIGH
AVG
65
60 120
75
60 100
75
LOW high
60
90
VIC
AVG
75
LOW HIGH
WA
AUK
CHCH
WEL
AVG
LOW HIGH
AVG
LOW HIGH
AVG
LOW HIGH
AVG
LOW HIGH
AVG
75 155 105
70 100
85
70 120
90
70 100
85
70 120
90
Customer Service Rep – inbound
35
46
40
40
55
45
35
48
43
40
47
43
40
50
45
45
55
50
33
44
38
32
40
36
33
44
38
Customer Service Rep – outbound
35
50
40
40
60
48
38
48
43
40
50
45
40
60
47
50
60
55
35
50
41
34
42
38
35
50
41
Helpdesk Level 1
42
53
43
34
60
45
40
48
45
45
55
50
45
68
55
52
60
56
38
52
42
35
45
40
38
52
42
Team Leader/Manager
50
65
60
55
85
60
48
60
55
55
75
65
60
77
65
60
75 67.5
Workforce Analyst
53
85
65
50
85
65
50
70
60
60
75
70
50
77
64
70
90
82
Workforce Planner
50 100
70
50 100
70
50
80
65
58
80
66
52
96
70
70
90
80
50
65
60
50
70
60
50
65
60
47.5
80
65
45
55
50
47.5
80
65
50 100
70
50
70
60
50 100
70
19
All salaries are $‘000s. Figures are base salary not including superannuation.
industrial / operations
ACT
LOW HIGH
Dispatch/Receiving Supervisor
Inventory Controller
NSW
AVG
46
58
52
50
65
55
LOW HIGH
QLD
AVG
55
65
60
55
75
LOW HIGH
40
65
SA
AVG
50
LOW HIGH
VIC
AVG
50
75 62.5
65 57.5
LOW HIGH
WA
AVG
55
70
65
55
70
60
LOW HIGH
AUK
AVG
45
55
50
50
60
55
LOW HIGH
45
60
40
CHCH
AVG
55
LOW HIGH
45
60
WEL
AVG
55
LOW HIGH
45
60
AVG
55
65
40
65
50
50
60
50
40
60
50
40
60
50
90 130 110
50
95
72
70 110
90
90 130 100
75 150 105
65 150
90
65 150
90
65 150
90
85
100 130 110
70
90
80
70 120
95
100 130 110
75 150 105
65 150
95
65 150
95
65 150
95
Manufacturing Manager
80 130 100
80 120 100
65 100
80
75 130 102.5
90 130 110
70 140 100
65 140
85
65 140
85
65 140
85
Operations Manager
90 150 120
90 130 110
65 120
90
75 130 102.5
90 130 100
65 135
70 135
80
70 135
80
70 135
80
Logistics Manager
Maintenance Manager
Procurement Manager
Production Manager
Production Supervisor
85 120 103
75 120
90
85 150 110
80 150 100
65
90
80
70 110
90
90 150 120
80 160 120
80 200 100
70 150 100
80 200 100
70 100
80
80 120 100
65 100
80
70 110
90
80 120
90
75 140 100
80 140
85
65 120
85
80 140
85
55
65
60
48
62
55
60
80
55
50
65
50
60
50
65
75
80
70
75
80 67.5
90
82
72
75
70
75
Quality Assurance Manager
55
85
65
65
80
65
50
80
65
80 100
90
70 110
80
60
90
75
50 105
70
50 105
70
50 105
70
Quality Assurance Representative
45
63
48
45
65
50
48
65
55
60
80
70
55
70
60
56
63
59
40
65
50
40
65
50
40
65
50
Storeperson
38
50
43
40
55
45
38
55
45
42
55 48.5
40
60
50
40
52
46
35
50
40
35
50
40
35
50
40
Transport Allocator
55
66
60
55
75
65
45
64
55
50
60
50 110
60
42
60
52
40
60
45
40
60
45
40
60
45
Transport Manager
73 102
87
85 120 100
55
95
70
65 100 82.5
85 130 100
70 100
85
70 100
80
70 100
80
70 100
80
Warehouse Manager
60
93
75
70 100
85
50
90
70
60 100
70 110
90
65
85
75
65 130
95
65 100
82
65 130
95
Warehouse Supervisor
48
67
58
55
65
48
78
65
50
65
75
55
70
63
55
60
55
60
55
60
70
55
80
75 62.5
90
75
75
75
20
All salaries are $‘000s. Figures are base salary not including superannuation.
industrial / trades
ACT
LOW HIGH
Boiler Maker
53
72
NSW
AVG
63
LOW HIGH
55
70
QLD
AVG
65
LOW HIGH
50
90
SA
AVG
80
LOW HIGH
55
VIC
AVG
80 67.5
LOW HIGH
60
85
WA
AUK
AVG
LOW HIGH
AVG
70
55 105
70
LOW HIGH
50
95
CHCH
AVG
65
LOW HIGH
50
95
WEL
AVG
65
LOW HIGH
50
95
AVG
65
Diesel Plant Fitter
65
85
70
65
75
70
50
90
80
55
90 72.5
65
90
75
63 120
75
60 100
70
60 100
70
60 100
70
Electrical Fitter
65
95
73
65
85
70
55
90
80
55
90 72.5
70
85
75
65
92
75
60
85
75
60
85
75
60
85
75
Electrician 'A' Class
65
95
73
65
80
75
50
90
80
55
90 72.5
75 110
85
70 120
90
60 110
75
60 110
75
60 110
75
Electrician Special Class
65
95
75
75 100
85
80 120
90
60
90
HVAC Refrigeration Technician
60
72
62
60
75
65
55
68
65
90 77.5
75
75
80 120 100
75 120
95
65 120
85
65 120
85
65 120
85
70
55
70
50
60
50
60
50
60
95
75
95
95
95
95
Maintenance/Mechanical Fitter
55
83
67
60
75
70
50 100
80
50
80
65
70
90
80
58 100
72
50 100
70
60 100
80
45 100
70
Service Manager
55
75
67
75 100
85
55
90
70
60
90
75
70
85
75
63
96
72
55
95
75
55
95
75
55
95
75
Service/Field Technician
58
76
67
60
75
48
85
60
60
85 72.5
60
80
70
50
90
70
45
80
65
45
80
65
45
80
65
80
Trades Assistant
40
60
45
48
55
50
40
70
45
45
55
50
50
70
60
45
80
58
35
55
40
35
55
45
35
55
40
(Second Class) Welder/Fabricator
45
53
48
50
60
55
50
85
60
50
80
65
55
75
65
52
86
65
45
60
50
45
60
50
45
60
50
21
All salaries are $‘000s. Figures are base salary not including superannuation.
Kelly Financial
Resources:
Salaries
accounting & finance
banking & financial services
22
Kelly financial Resources overview
Accounting and Finance
Banking & Financial Services
An influx of international students graduating
The intense battle for the consumer savings
In the mortgage space there has been signs
in accounting has swelled the ranks of the
dollar has played out in a dramatic way over
of a significant rebound over the past 6-12
accounting profession and provided abundant
the planned watering down of the former
months with interest rates remaining low.
choice to employers. Hiring activity is likely
Labor government’s FOFA (Future of Financial
New market entrants such as Yellow Brick
to remain steady throughout 2014, with
Advice) reforms. The proposed lifting of some
Road, Bank of Tokyo funding AMP and even
little advance in salary levels. While supply
of the proposed restrictions on financial advice
Macquarie Bank are driving demand for
will meet needs in the major capital cities,
is likely to be positive for hiring. Bankers
exceptional lenders and BDM’s in the sector.
shortages are common in some rural and
and financial planners with strong customer
As a result salary levels for BDM’s in particular
regional areas.
focussed skills are likely to be in demand
remain healthy.
although salaries will only grow modestly.
At the upper level, there is ongoing demand
The business, corporate and institutional
for professionals with knowledge and
There are signs of increased financial planning
banking sector has seen renewed hiring
experience in business critical areas including
mergers and acquisitions stimulated by the
activity, based on cautious, yet increasing
project management, cost control, financial
measures. Across all areas, bankers and
business confidence across corporate
analysis and commercial finance. There is
planners with experience, good contact lists
Australia. Areas such as project and
likely to be strong demand for those with
and sales skills will be highly sought.
corporate finance are also starting to
direct experience in property, construction and
hire again with anticipated increases in
infrastructure as a number of major projects
infrastructure investment.
come on line.
23
accounting & finance
Australia only figures
LOW
HIGH
Accountant
60
90
Australia only figures
AVG
75
LOW
HIGH
AVG
Audit Manager
100
140
120
85
Accounting Manager
80
120
100
Auditor
70
100
Accounts Administrator
45
60
52.5
Business Analyst
80
110
95
Accounts Payable Manager
65
85
75
Chief Financial Officer
160
220+
200
Accounts Payable Officer
35
45
40
Entry Level/ Graduate Accountant
45
65
55
Accounts Payable Supervisor
55
70
62.5
Finance Director
140
200
170
Accounts Rec./Credit Manager
70
100
85
Financial Accountant
80
120
100
Accounts Rec./Credit Supervisor
60
85
72.5
Financial Analyst
85
130
107.5
Accounts Recivable Officer
40
60
50
Financial Controller
140
180
160
Assistant Accountant
45
65
55
24
All salaries are $‘000s. Figures are base salary not including superannuation.
banking & financial services
Australia only figures
LOW
HIGH
Australia only figures
AVG
Branch Staff
LOW
HIGH
AVG
Risk and Compliance
Bank Teller
37
60
45
Credit Analyst
75
110
90
Branch Manager
75
120
90
Senior Credit Analyst
85
120
105
Customer Service Consultant
35
60
45
Credit/Risk Manager
110
150
130
Senior Credit/Risk Manager
130
180
160
Loan Administration Manager
80
110
90
Compliance Analyst
75
90
85
Retail Banking
Loans Officer
45
70
60
Compliance Manager
90
140
115
Mobile Banker
65
95
80
Senior Compliance Manager
130
170
150
Business Development Manager
120
160
135
Insurance
Personal Banker
60
85
70
Claims Assessor
45
70
60
Document Prep/ Settlements
45
65
55
Claims Manager
70
120
85
Senior Claims Manager
85
135
110
Business & Corporate Banking
Assistant Manager
70
95
85
Insurance Clerk
40
60
50
Relationship Manager/Banker
90
130
115
Insurance Underwriter
50
85
70
Senior Relationship Manager
130
180
155
Senior Insurance Underwriter
65
100
85
Business Development Manager
140
180
155
Underwriting Manager
90
140
120
Regional Manager
170
230
190
Wealth Management
State Manager/GM
230
300
260
Para Planner
50
80
65
Financial Planner
75
125
100
Analyst
80
110
95
Senior Financial Planner/CFP
85
140
120
Associate
90
130
110
Practice Manager
120
170
145
Senior Associate
110
140
125
Dealership Manager
130
210
180
Manager
120
160
140
Private Banking - Relationship Manager
85
125
110
Associate Director
160
230
180
Operations
Director
230
320
275
Officer
40
60
50
Managing Director
300
400+
350
Team Leader
60
80
70
Operations Manager
75
100
85
Officer
40
60
50
Senior Manager
85
140
120
Team Leader
60
80
70
Manager
80
110
90
Senior Manager
110
150
130
Corporate Finance/Advisory
Financial Markets (FX/MM/Derivs/Fixed Income)
25
All salaries are $‘000s. Figures are base salary not including superannuation.
Kelly Engineering:
Salaries
Civil Engineering and Infrastructure
Construction
Architecture
Mechanical and Electrical
26
Kelly engineering overview
Construction
Architecture
Mechanical and Electrical
The fall in mining related construction activity
The outlook for architectural engineering relies
The outlook for the mechanical and electrical
Civil and infrastructure activity is likely to be
from its recent peak will dominate activity
predominately on the commercial construction
sector is fairly subdued as a result of overall
patchy over the year ahead, with significant
in engineering construction and result in
market, which is forecast to remain relatively
weakness in Australia’s manufacturing industry.
falls in planned private capital expenditure
some excess capacity. Queensland and
stable over the coming year but with some
offset by some hotspots of activity around
Western Australia will bear the brunt of the
marked variation across the states. Despite
Some opportunity exists thanks to a range
particular projects. Private sector investment
resources sector tapering but the next phase
the tough retail market, there is a fair degree
of commercial, retail and residential projects
spending is projected to fall 17 per cent to
of resources investment in LNG is about
of retail refurbishment, while investment in
and in the small pockets of manufacturing
$125 billion in 2014-15.
to accelerate. Activity in commercial and
wholesale and distribution continues.
that are seeing growth, such as aerospace and
Civil Engineering and
Infrastructure
5
precision engineering.
residential construction is reasonably strong
A number of government infrastructure
in several of the capital cities. Even with the
Investment in offices is being led by Sydney’s
projects, particularly in terminal and
weaker project pipeline, the industry is still
Barangaroo South but elsewhere activity is
The end of the construction phase of mining,
facilities are soon to commence and the
predicting relatively strong employment
leaner due to consolidation and a shift to
and the imminent end of car making in
Commonwealth government has signalled
demand due to a few large-scale projects and
smaller space and shorter leases.
Australia means that demand will continue to
a new round of infrastructure investment.
continued skill shortages in some areas.6
soften for mechanical and electrical engineers,
Engineering work in the telecommunications
Health and aged care is a bright spot with a
however utilities and waste services operations
sector is forecast to remain reasonably strong,
large number of hospital projects underway.
are expected to deliver reasonably strong
even with the scaled back NBN plans.
Industrial construction is predicted to hold firm
activity levels and drive demand over the
at current levels ahead of a resurgence over
coming year.
the next few years.
5
6
ABS, Private New Capital Expenditure and Expected Expenditure, Australia, Dec 2013.
Australian Industry Group/Australian Constructors Association Construction Outlook Survey.
27
engineering
Australia only figures
LOW
HIGH
Australia only figures
AVG
ENGINEERING – CIVIL/WATER/RAIL/POWER
LOW
HIGH
AVG
Estimator
75
130
120
Cadet / Engineer
40
60
50
Snr Estimaor
120
175
135
Site Engineer (2-5 years)
65
80
70
Chief Estimator
160
230
175
Site Engineer (5+ years)
80
95
85
Leading Hand
55
88
70
Project Engineer
80
120
100
Supervisor
75
95
80
Snr Project Engineer
120
145
130
Foreman
85
125
100
Junior Project Manager
75
100
85
General Foreman
120
150
130
Project Manager
130
170
145
HSE Advisor
75
90
80
Snr Project Manager
160
200
170
HSE Manager
90
160
120
Construction Manager
170
250
200
Procurement Manager
75
130
110
Cadet / Contracts Administrator
40
60
50
Plant Manager
90
130
105
Contracts Administrator (2-5 years)
60
80
70
Quality Manager
85
125
100
Contracts Administrator (5+)
90
130
110
Quantity Surveyor
75
130
100
Snr Contracts Administrator
120
150
130
Environmental Engineer
75
130
100
Commercial Manager
150
230
180
Environmental Manager
140
180
150
Design Manager
125
180
145
Planner
135
220
150
Cadet / Estimator
35
60
45
28
All salaries are $‘000s. Figures are base salary not including superannuation.
engineering continued
Australia only figures
LOW
HIGH
Australia only figures
AVG
ENGINEERING – CONSTRUCTION
LOW
HIGH
AVG
Contracts Manager
120
175
135
Architect (0-2 years)
43
50
45
Commercial Manager
150
220
165
Architect (2-5 years)
45
65
60
Operations Manager
170
260
200
Architect (5-10 years)
60
110
100
Design Manager
125
180
145
Architectural (10+ years)
100
160
130
Cadet / Estimator
35
60
45
Architectural Designer
60
100
85
Estimator
75
130
110
Architectural Drafter
45
70
65
Snr Estimaor
120
175
135
Building Surveyor
75
110
80
Chief Estimator
150
220
165
Cadet / Engineer
35
60
45
Leading Hand
55
88
70
Site Engineer (2-5 years)
65
90
75
Foreman
90
130
110
Site Engineer (5+ years)
90
130
110
Site Manager
120
150
130
Project Engineer
100
165
120
Facilities Manager
75
110
90
Snr Project Engineer
140
200
165
HSE Advisor
75
90
80
Junior Project Manager
75
100
85
HSE Manager
130
200
150
Project Manager
90
160
130
Procurement Manager
75
130
110
45
Snr Project Manager
125
200
150
Structural Engineer (0-2 years)
40
50
Construction Manager
170
250
200
Structural Engineer (2-5 years)
60
75
70
Cadet / Contracts Administrator
35
60
45
Structural Engineer (5-10 years)
80
120
100
Contracts Administrator (2-5 years)
75
110
90
Structural Engineer (10+ years)
100
150
130
Contracts Administrator (5+)
90
130
110
Surveyor
75
135
95
Snr Contracts Administrator
115
150
130
29
All salaries are $‘000s. Figures are base salary not including superannuation.
engineering continued
Australia only figures
LOW
HIGH
Australia only figures
AVG
ENGINEERING – MANUFACTURING/PROCESS
LOW
HIGH
AVG
ENGINEERING – MECHANICAL
Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer (0-2 years)
50
60
55
Electrical Engineer (0-2 years)
40
50
Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer (2-5 years)
65
75
70
Electrical Engineer (2-5 years)
60
75
45
70
Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer (5-10 years)
90
110
100
Electrical Engineer (5-10 years)
80
120
100
Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer (10+ years)
120
150
130
Electrical Engineer (10+ years)
100
150
130
Manufacturing Engineer (0-2 years)
50
60
55
Electronics Designer
65
90
75
Manufacturing Engineer (2-5 years)
65
70
65
Electronics Drafter
50
90
75
Manufacturing Engineer (5-10 years)
85
110
95
Mechanical Designer
65
90
75
Manufacturing Engineer (10+ years)
100
120
111
Mechanical Drafter
50
90
75
Plant Engineer (0-2 years)
55
65
60
Mechanical Engineer (0-2 years)
40
50
45
Plant Engineer (2-5 years)
65
70
67
Mechanical Engineer (2-5 years)
60
75
70
Plant Engineer (5-10 years)
80
100
90
Mechanical Engineer (5-10 years)
80
120
100
100
150
130
55
50
Plant Engineer (10+ years)
100
130
120
Mechanical Engineer (10+ years)
Production Engineer (0-2 years)
50
60
55
ENGINEERING – ELECTRICAL
Production Engineer (2-5 years)
65
75
70
Electrical Engineer (0-2 years)
45
Production Engineer (5-10 years)
75
100
95
Electrical Engineer (2-5 years)
60
75
70
Production Engineer (10+ years)
100
130
120
Electrical Engineer (5-10 years)
80
150
100
Electrical Engineer (10+ years)
100
180
150
30
All salaries are $‘000s. Figures are base salary not including superannuation.
engineering continued
Australia only figures
LOW
HIGH
Australia only figures
AVG
ENGINEERING – MINING, RESOURCES
LOW
HIGH
AVG
Environmental Officer
90
155
140
Graduate Engineer
55
85
60
Environmental Manager / Superintendent
145
200
170
Mining Engineer
110
150
120
Maintenance Planner
90
135
120
Drill & Blast Engineer
105
130
115
Maintenance Superintendent
140
180
150
Surveyor
90
135
110
Maintenance Manager
170
220
190
Project Manager
120
200
180
Electrical Engineer
90
160
130
CHPP Manager
170
230
195
Mechanical Engineer
90
155
130
Mine Manager
180
250
220
Engineering Manager
150
210
180
Mine Planning Engineer
95
165
125
Workshop Supervisor
120
150
130
Technical Services Manager
160
210
185
Open Cut Supervisor
115
165
135
Deputy
110
150
130
Underground Supervisor
120
175
145
Undermanager
140
180
160
Contracts Administrator
100
160
135
Open Cut Examiner
135
180
150
Contracts Manager
150
240
190
Production Superintendant
140
180
160
Planner
120
145
125
OH&S Manager
120
160
140
Senior Planner
145
200
165
OH&S Coordinator
90
130
120
Estimator
115
150
135
Mine Geologist
90
145
115
Senior Estimator
150
210
170
Senior Geologist
130
170
155
Construction Manager
150
225
190
31
All salaries are $‘000s. Figures are base salary not including superannuation.
Kelly IT Resources:
Salaries
information technology
32
Kelly IT Resources overview
information technology
There is a quiet expectation of an improved
cloud applications, mobility, digital
outlook for the IT sector in 2014 after what
marketing and data analytics are likely
was a flat 2013, impacted by corporate
to see strong demand.
cost cutting, project postponement
and outsourcing.
For enterprise architects and major
Market confidence is likely to be stronger in
which will drive an influx of offshore
2014 with a fair degree of pent up demand
talent. For new recruits, social media,
and good prospects for those with in-demand
mobile apps and digital will be the strong
skills and experience. The latest IT trends –
area of focus.
projects there is a notable skills shortage
33
information technology
Australia only figures
LOW
HIGH
Australia only figures
AVG
IT MANAGEMENT
LOW
HIGH
AVG
Unix Systems Administration
85
145
110
Applications Development Manager
120
180
150
Operations Manager
120
145
130
CIO/IT Director
160
350
200
ERP Technical Consultant
85
165
135
Computer Operations Manager
120
140
130
ERP Functional Consultant
75
120
85
Help Desk Manager
90
130
110
Trainers
45
95
65
I.T. Manager
120
170
135
Web Content Manager/Web Master
75
115
100
Infrastructure Manager
110
160
125
APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT & TESTING
C++ Software Developer
60
110
80
Help Desk Support
50
75
60
Java (J2EE) Developer
60
120
85
Desktop/PC Support
60
80
70
.Net Developer (C#/VB.Net/ASP.Net)
55
110
85
Incident Manager
75
95
80
Analyst/Programmer - Oracle
60
100
85
Operator
48
65
58
Mainframe Developer (Cobol, CICS, DB2)
55
110
75
Operations Analyst
55
80
65
ETL Developer
90
110
95
Problem Manager
80
115
100
BI Architect
90
170
120
Wintel Server Engineer
75
115
85
Applications Architect
85
160
115
Network Administrator
75
115
85
Team Leader - (.Net or J2EE)
90
125
110
WAN Engineer
80
115
100
Tester
60
80
65
Data Communications Engineer
75
120
100
Senior Tester
75
95
85
INFRASTRUCTURE & IT SUPPORT
Change Manager
100
130
120
Test Team Leader
85
120
95
Network Designer (WAN)
90
130
115
Test Manager
100
130
120
Infrastructure Architect
120
155
140
PROJECT MANAGEMENT & BUSINESS ANALYSIS
DBA - DB2
80
120
110
Business Analyst
70
95
80
DBA - Oracle
75
125
110
Senior Business Analyst
85
110
95
DBA - SQL Server
75
110
100
Systems Analyst
65
90
80
DBA - Sybase
75
110
100
Project Administrator
50
70
60
Security Administrator
80
135
100
Project Coordinator
65
85
75
Security Architect
120
160
130
Project Manager
110
140
115
Security Engineer
65
95
85
Project Director
125
180
150
Service Delivery Manager
110
150
135
34
All salaries are $‘000s. Figures are base salary not including superannuation.
Kelly scientific resources:
Salaries
FMCG
pharmaceutical
sales and marketing
environment
35
Kelly scientific resources overview
FMCG
Pharmaceutical
Sales and Marketing
Environment
The retail and packaged goods sector
Growth in the $17 billion pharmaceutical
There is increased confidence across the
The growing priority on environmental
has thrown off some of the caution that
industry has tapered off under sustained price
broad spectrum of scientific and technical
compliance and input is translating into
characterised 2013, with a lift in consumer
pressure being placed on its largest segment,
sales and marketing, encompassing
strong growth in demand for environmental
sentiment that has translated to an upturn in
the $13 billion prescription medicines sector.
pharmaceuticals and medical devices. The
scientists, planners and consultants across a
sales early in 2014. Low interest rates and a
This pressure has been applied primarily
sector is seeing a period of steady growth
period of strength in the Australian dollar have
through reforms to rein in the cost of the
across both the prescription and non-
been good for business and this is likely to
Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.
prescription sector, while medical devices are
continue through the year.
The smaller $4 billion over-the-counter (OTC)
In the food sector, enhanced information
medicines sector is doing a little better but
on nutrition, diet and storage is becoming
growth there has also slipped amid shifts in
available through bar code scanning. In
industry structure.
pharmaceuticals, similar technology on
ailments and treatments, combined with new
labeling and packaging rules will require a
range of regulatory and scientific specialists.
The increasing market share of supermarkets
over traditional pharmacy outlets is placing
pressure on margins, as is the deep
growing in line with technological advances
and an ageing population.
The regulatory environment plays a large part
in the pace of activity in this space. Australia’s
Therapeutic Goods Administration is going
through a period of review that aims to free
up the medicines scheduling framework.
broad range of industries. Over recent years
the mining and resource sector has been a
major driver of demand for environmental
services. That is forecast to continue, but
it is supplemented by growing demand in
property, construction, and infrastructure.
Both public and private sector demand is
strong. Corporate R&D budgets are likely
to aid this trend. Australia’s move away from
carbon trading in favour of direct incentives
for carbon reduction should result in a shift
The planned merger of the Australian and
in focus rather than a downturn. Active
New Zealand regulators in 2016 will aim to
areas include waste management, building
harmonise regulatory arrangements. In the
and construction project compliance, and
For the first time, vitamin and mineral
meantime intense competition among brands
pollution monitoring.
supplements overtook analgesics as the
is contributing to healthy demand for sales
largest OTC category.7 This reflects a
and marketing executives and regulatory
growing trend to preventative health that is
specialists.
discounting from the expanding discount
pharmacy chains.
impacting the pharmacy business as well as
the product mix.
7
Nielsen 2014
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scientific / regulatory affairs / clinical research
Australia only figures
LOW
HIGH
Australia only figures
AVG
SCIENTIFIC
LOW
HIGH
AVG
Environmental Scientist
64
112
89
70
Laboratory Assistant
39
46
43
QA Supervisor
61
86
Research Assistant
51
64
55
Laboratory Supervisor
61
76
65
New Graduate
39
51
45
Laboratory Manager
81
132
100
Laboratory Technician
41
53
43
QA Manager
81
132
100
Technical Officer
51
66
55
Project Manager - Development
86
132
120
Scientific Officer
66
79
69
Formulation/R&D Manager
86
152
125
Instrument Technician
51
76
60
Technical Manager
81
183
132
QA/QC Analyst
49
66
58
REGULATORY AFFAIRS
Analytical Chemist
56
81
60
QA Associate
56
85
70
Industrial Chemist
56
81
60
Compliance Associate
51
66
60
Formulations Chemist
61
96
85
Reg Affairs Associate
61
81
75
Chief Chemist
76
102
95
Senior Reg Affairs Associate
86
107
90
Senior Chemist
69
81
79
Compliance Manager
86
142
120
Research Chemist
63
81
72
Reg Affairs Manager
81
152
135
Senior Research Scientist
70
91
80
Reg Affairs Director
147
203
180
Senor Food Technologist
76
102
90
Regional Reg Affairs Director
178
254
230
Food Technologist
51
83
63
CLINICAL RESEARCH
Sensory Analyst
51
81
61
Clinical Trial Administer CTA
41
61
50
Microbiologist
39
66
50
Clinical Research Associate CRA
56
81
70
Biomedical Scientist
56
82
61
Senior CRA
76
102
88
Molecular Biologist
56
82
64
Senior Clinical Data Associate
66
86
72
37
All salaries are $‘000s. Figures are base salary not including superannuation.
sales & marketing / environment
Australia only figures
LOW
Clinical Data Manager
HIGH
Australia only figures
AVG
LOW
61
71
66
Sales Director
173
HIGH
AVG
223
220
Clinical Project Manager
91
132
110
Marketing Assistant
56
66
60
Clinical Operations Manager
112
142
120
Marketing Analyst
81
112
90
Clinical Business Manager
102
152
125
Product Specialist
76
96
80
Clinical Statistician
81
132
92
Brand Manager
81
127
100
Clinical Statistician Manager
102
152
120
Product Manager
96
127
105
Drug Safety Associate/Sn Associate
56
112
65
Business Development Manager
91
152
123
Drug Safety Manager
112
152
130
Marketing Manager
122
152
138
Medical Writer
66
107
89
National Marketing Manager
132
167
142
152
203
180
Medical Affairs Associate
71
112
85
Marketing Director
Medical Science Liaison Manager
102
152
130
ENVIRONMENT
Medical Affairs Manager
91
132
110
Environmental Consultant CBD Based
71
91
80
Medical Director
183
254
225
Environmental Principle Consultant CBD
102
132
115
Health Economist
76
132
94
Environmental Superintendent
152
193
180
Environmental Advisor FIFO
117
152
130
112
SALES AND MARKETING
GP Representative
56
76
60
Metallurgist FIFO
91
127
Hospital Representative
76
96
80
Laboratory Technician FIFO
61
81
70
Medical Devices Representative
76
102
85
Mine Geologist
91
157
124
Scientific Sales Representative
71
102
88
Exploration Geologist
81
132
95
Account Manager
76
96
80
HSE Manager FIFO
152
183
160
Regional Sales Manager
91
147
110
HSE Officer
76
112
83
National Sales Manager
132
188
150
38
All salaries are $‘000s. Figures are base salary not including superannuation.
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