Tasmania Senior Executive Service Salary Scales
Senior Exec
Senior Exec stream
4 bands · $156,075–$306,623
Notes
- ·Rates effective 9 January 2026 (DECYP Salary Scales Version 1.10)
- ·Tasmanian State Service Award (S085); Health & Human Services Award (S177)
- ·DCT = District/Country Transfer allowance loaded rate
- ·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 Senior Executive Service salary bands, shown per year.
Entry salary
$156,075
SES 1
Top salary
$306,623
SES 4
Midpoint band
$232,761
SES 3
Classifications
4
Senior Executive Service stream
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About the Tasmania Senior Executive Service Stream
The Tasmania Senior Executive Service stream covers 4 classification levels, from SES 1 ($156,075) to SES 4 ($306,623). Salaries are set under the DECYP Salary Scales — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085), effective 9 January 2026.
Superannuation: Tasmania public sector employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
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Effective date
Rates effective 9 January 2026 (DECYP Salary Scales Version 1.10)
Source agreement
Tasmanian State Service Award (S085); Health & Human Services Award (S177)
Allowance context
DCT = District/Country Transfer allowance loaded rate
Classification note
SES remuneration is separately determined by the State Service Commissioner
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SES 1 salary?
A Senior Executive Service SES 1 (also written as SES1) earns $156,075 to $171,573 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $112,000–$121,000 per year. This classification covers senior executive service level 1. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the SES 2 salary?
A Senior Executive Service SES 2 (also written as SES2) earns $183,884 to $202,163 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $128,000–$138,000 per year. This classification covers senior executive service level 2. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the SES 3 salary?
A Senior Executive Service SES 3 (also written as SES3) earns $221,729 to $243,793 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $148,000–$159,000 per year. This classification covers senior executive service level 3. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the SES 4 salary?
A Senior Executive Service SES 4 (also written as SES4) earns $266,773 to $306,623 per year as set by the DECYP Salary Scales — Tasmanian State Service Award (S085). After income tax and Medicare levy, take-home pay is approximately $171,000–$192,000 per year. This classification covers senior executive service level 4. TAS employees receive 12% employer superannuation.
What is the Senior Executive Service salary in Tasmania in 2026?
Tasmania's Senior Executive Service (SES) salaries effective 9 January 2026 range from SES 1 at $156,075 through to SES 4 at $306,623. SES employees are senior public servants leading major agencies, divisions, and significant whole-of-government programs. SES remuneration is typically set as a Total Remuneration Package including superannuation.
How does Tasmania SES pay compare to other states?
Tasmania's SES 1–4 range ($156,075–$306,623) is broadly comparable to Victorian SES Band 1–3 and NSW Senior Executive Band 1–3. Tasmania's lower population base means fewer SES positions exist relative to larger states. The 12% employer superannuation rate is the same as all other state jurisdictions. Tasmania SES salaries have increased meaningfully following the January 2026 award update.
What conditions apply to Tasmania SES employees?
Tasmania SES employees are engaged under the State Service Act 2000 on fixed-term or ongoing contracts. SES roles are not classified under the standard band structure and typically include performance-based components. SES employees are generally excluded from the standard award overtime and shift penalty provisions, with total remuneration reflecting the senior leadership responsibilities of the role.