Tasmania Public Service Salary Scales 2025–2026
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Tasmania Public Service
| Classification | Minimum | Maximum | Calculate |
|---|---|---|---|
General Stream Band 1 Entry level administrative and support roles | $53,196 | $64,583 | Calculate |
General Stream Band 2 Administrative assistant roles | $66,766 | $71,857 | Calculate |
General Stream Band 3 Administration officer and executive assistant roles | $74,783 | $80,835 | Calculate |
General Stream Band 4 Senior administrative and coordinator roles | $83,011 | $95,547 | Calculate |
General Stream Band 5 Senior specialist and management roles | $99,482 | $104,352 | Calculate |
General Stream Band 6 Service coordinator and senior management roles | $109,099 | $123,395 | Calculate |
General Stream Band 7 Senior management and specialist roles | $115,666 | $121,794 | Calculate |
General Stream Band 8 Program manager and executive roles | $140,703 | $150,200 | Calculate |
Senior Executive Service 1 (SES1) Senior executive roles | $156,075 | $183,884 | Calculate |
Senior Executive Service 2 (SES2) Executive leadership roles | $183,885 | $220,000 | Calculate |
Senior Executive Service 3 (SES3) Senior executive leadership roles | $220,001 | $263,485 | Calculate |
Important Notes
- •Current 2025 rates effective from July 21, 2025
- •Tasmanian State Service Award (S085)
- •Tasmanian minimum wage: $915.90 per week
- •Annual progression within classification levels
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Updated July 2025
Updated Mar 2026
* Bars show gross salary range (min to max) for each classification. Values adjust with the timeframe selected in the salary table above.
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About Tasmania Public Service Salary Scales
The Tasmania Public Service uses a structured classification system with 11 classification levels to determine salary for public sector employees — from General Stream Band 1 ($53,196–$64,583) up to Senior Executive Service 3 (SES3) ($220,001–$263,485). Salaries are reviewed and updated through enterprise agreements and government determinations.
Superannuation: TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation. This matches the standard Superannuation Guarantee rate.
Salary Data Last Updated
21 July 2025 — Source: Tasmania Department of Health
Key Information
- Current 2025 rates effective from July 21, 2025
- Tasmanian State Service Award (S085)
- Tasmanian minimum wage: $915.90 per week
- Annual progression within classification levels
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current Tasmanian public service salary scales for 2025–2026?
Tasmanian public service salaries are set under the Tasmanian State Service Award. General Stream Band 1 starts at $53,196–$64,583 and Band 8 reaches $140,703–$150,200. Rates were updated 21 July 2025. SES Bands 1–3 extend above $156,000. Tasmania has historically offered slightly lower base salaries than mainland states.
How does Tasmanian public service pay compare to the APS?
Tasmanian (TAS) salaries at lower bands are broadly similar to APS entry levels but tend to fall behind at mid-to-senior levels. TAS Band 4–5 earns approximately $78,000–$96,000, slightly below APS 4–5 ($80,000–$97,000). The lower cost of living in Tasmania partly offsets this difference in real purchasing power.
When is the next Tasmanian public service salary increase?
Tasmanian public servants received updated rates effective 21 July 2025 under the current Tasmanian State Service Award. Future increases are subject to Tasmanian Government budget decisions and the state's enterprise bargaining process.
What is the take-home pay for a TAS Band 3 employee?
A TAS Band 3 employee earning approximately $70,000–$80,000 per year takes home around $55,000–$62,000 after income tax and Medicare levy. Use the Tax Calculator on this site for a precise estimate tailored to your salary, super, and HECS/HELP situation.
How does a HECS/HELP debt affect Tasmanian public service take-home pay?
Tasmanian public servants with a HECS/HELP debt have compulsory repayments withheld via PAYG once income exceeds the threshold ($54,435 in 2025–26). At a TAS Band 5 salary of ~$90,000, HECS repayments add approximately $4,500–$5,500 annually on top of income tax. Use the Tax Calculator on this site with the HECS toggle enabled to see your exact take-home pay.
Can Tasmanian public servants salary sacrifice?
Yes. Tasmanian public servants can salary sacrifice into superannuation as concessional contributions, taxed at 15% rather than their marginal rate. TasCOSS and some other Tasmanian government agencies may also offer PBI salary packaging. Contact your agency's HR team to confirm what salary sacrifice options are available in your specific role.
What leave entitlements do Tasmanian public servants receive?
Under the Tasmanian State Service Award, employees receive 20 days annual leave per year, 15 days personal leave (cumulative), and long service leave at 1/80th of service per year (approximately 13 weeks after 10.4 years). Tasmania's lower wage levels are partly offset by the state's significantly lower cost of living, particularly for housing.
How does Tasmanian public service pay compare to mainland states?
Tasmanian Band 4–6 salaries ($78,000–$130,000) are generally 5–10% lower than equivalent NSW, VIC, and QLD classifications. However, Hobart's cost of living — particularly housing — is considerably lower than Sydney and Melbourne, meaning the real purchasing power gap is smaller than the nominal salary difference suggests. Tasmania's 12% superannuation is standard across all states.
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