Tasmania Senior Executive Service Salary Scales
Senior Exec
Senior Exec stream
4 bands · $160,757–$315,821
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 Senior Executive Service salary bands, shown per year.
Entry salary
$160,757
SES 1
Top salary
$315,821
SES 4
Midpoint band
$239,744
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 ($160,757) to SES 4 ($315,821). 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 SES 1 salary?
A Senior Executive Service SES 1 (also written as SES1) earns $160,757 to $176,720 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 $115,000–$124,000 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 $189,400 to $208,228 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 $132,000–$141,000 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 $228,381 to $251,107 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 $152,000–$163,000 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 $274,776 to $315,821 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 $176,000–$197,000 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 1 December 2025 range from SES 1 at $160,757 through to SES 4 at $315,821. 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 ($160,757–$315,821) 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 December 2025 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.