Tasmania Health & Human Services Salary Scales
Health & HHS
Health & HHS stream
10 bands · $55,187–$194,052
Notes
- ·Rates as published in the DECYP Salary Scales, Version 1.14 (document as at 10 July 2026). The rate values are operative from the first full pay period on or after 1 December 2025 — the year-1 3% increase under the Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025, backpaid on acceptance.
- ·General and Professional Stream (Tasmanian State Service Award S085) and SES rates reflect the Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025 (3% / 3% / 2.75%); the year-1 3% increase applies from the first full pay period on or after 1 December 2025 (accepted 10 April 2026; Tasmanian Industrial Commission Order T15296 / [2026] TASIC 7).
- ·Health & Human Services rates are set under the Health and Human Services Award (S177).
- ·DCT = District/Country Transfer allowance loaded rate. Version 1.14 publishes DCT-loaded points only for General Stream Bands 6 and 7.
- ·SES remuneration is separately determined by the State Service Commissioner.
Salaries are indicative and based on publicly available data. Verify with your agency HR for accurate, role-specific information.
Salary Snapshot
TAS Health & Human Services salary bands, shown per year.
Entry salary
$55,187
Band 1
Top salary
$89,659
Graduate
Midpoint band
$119,167
Band 6
Classifications
10
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About the Tasmania Health & Human Services Stream
The Tasmania Health & Human Services stream covers 10 classification levels, from Band 1 ($55,187) to Graduate ($194,052). Salaries are set under the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085), effective 1 December 2025.
Superannuation: Tasmania public sector employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
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Scheduled change
Rates as published in the DECYP Salary Scales, Version 1.14 (document as at 10 July 2026). The rate values are operative from the first full pay period on or after 1 December 2025 — the year-1 3% increase under the Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025, backpaid on acceptance.
Scheduled change
General and Professional Stream (Tasmanian State Service Award S085) and SES rates reflect the Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025 (3% / 3% / 2.75%); the year-1 3% increase applies from the first full pay period on or after 1 December 2025 (accepted 10 April 2026; Tasmanian Industrial Commission Order T15296 / [2026] TASIC 7).
Source agreement
Health & Human Services rates are set under the Health and Human Services Award (S177).
Allowance context
DCT = District/Country Transfer allowance loaded rate. Version 1.14 publishes DCT-loaded points only for General Stream Bands 6 and 7.
Classification note
SES remuneration is separately determined by the State Service Commissioner.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Band 1 salary?
A Health & Human Services Band 1 (also referred to as TAS Band 1 or Tasmania Band 1) earns $55,187 to $66,685 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $47,000–$55,000 per year. This classification covers entry level health and human services roles (s177). TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Band 2 salary?
A Health & Human Services Band 2 (also referred to as TAS Band 2 or Tasmania Band 2) earns $68,854 to $73,947 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $56,000–$60,000 per year. This classification covers health and community services support roles. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Band 3 salary?
A Health & Human Services Band 3 (also referred to as TAS Band 3 or Tasmania Band 3) earns $76,849 to $82,996 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $62,000–$66,000 per year. This classification covers health and human services officer roles. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Band 4 salary?
A Health & Human Services Band 4 (also referred to as TAS Band 4 or Tasmania Band 4) earns $85,196 to $97,915 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $67,000–$76,000 per year. This classification covers senior health and human services officer roles. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Band 5 salary?
A Health & Human Services Band 5 (also referred to as TAS Band 5 or Tasmania Band 5) earns $102,027 to $106,985 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $79,000–$81,000 per year. This classification covers coordinator and senior specialist roles. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Band 6 salary?
A Health & Human Services Band 6 (also referred to as TAS Band 6 or Tasmania Band 6) earns $111,754 to $126,579 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $84,000–$94,000 per year. This classification covers senior management and specialist roles. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Band 7 salary?
A Health & Human Services Band 7 (also referred to as TAS Band 7 or Tasmania Band 7) earns $132,460 to $139,392 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $98,000–$102,000 per year. This classification covers director-level health and human services roles. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Band 8 salary?
A Health & Human Services Band 8 (also referred to as TAS Band 8 or Tasmania Band 8) earns $144,169 to $153,844 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $105,000–$111,000 per year. This classification covers senior director-level health and human services roles. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Band 9 salary?
A Health & Human Services Band 9 (also referred to as TAS Band 9 or Tasmania Band 9) earns $175,521 to $194,052 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $123,000–$134,000 per year. This classification covers executive level health and human services roles. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Graduate salary?
A Health & Human Services Graduate earns $76,849 to $89,659 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales (Version 1.14, 10 July 2026) — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $62,000–$70,000 per year. This classification covers graduate year 1–4 (health & human services). TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the salary range for Tasmania Health & Human Services workers in 2026?
The Tasmania Health & Human Services stream covers staff employed under the Health and Human Services Award, effective 1 December 2025. Band 1 starts at $55,187 for entry-level support roles, progressing through the numbered bands to Band 9 at $194,052 for senior specialist and executive health roles. The stream covers nursing, allied health, and administrative health service workers across Tasmanian Health Service facilities.
How does Tasmania's health sector pay compare to other states?
Tasmanian health sector salaries at Bands 4–6 ($85,000–$127,000) are broadly comparable to equivalent nursing and allied health classifications in Queensland Health and SA Health, though typically 5–8% below Victoria and NSW. The 12% employer superannuation rate is standard across all states. Tasmania offers incentives for specialist health workers in rural and remote communities, which can supplement base salaries meaningfully.
What roles are covered by the Tasmania Health & Human Services stream?
The Health & Human Services stream covers a broad range of roles including enrolled nurses, registered nurses, allied health professionals (physiotherapists, occupational therapists, social workers, psychologists), health administrative officers, and senior health management roles. Registered nurses and allied health roles typically commence at Bands 4–5, with specialist and senior roles in Bands 6–8.