What is the national minimum wage for a project coordinator?

From 1 July 2026, the national minimum wage is $26.44 per hour, or $1004.90 per week for 38 hours. However, most project coordinators are covered by a modern award (such as the Clerks Award or Professional Employees Award) which sets higher minimum rates. Always check the relevant award or use the Fair Work Ombudsman's Pay Calculator.

How do I calculate my annual salary from an hourly rate?

Multiply your hourly rate by the number of hours you work per week, then by 52. For a full-time project coordinator working 38 hours per week, the formula is: hourly rate × 38 × 52. For example, $30 per hour equals $59,280 per year. For fortnightly pay, multiply your weekly pay by 2.

Do casual project coordinators get super on top of the casual loading?

Yes. Superannuation guarantee (12% from 1 July 2026) is paid on top of your ordinary earnings, including the 25% casual loading. So if your base rate is $26.44 per hour, the casual rate is $33.05, and super is calculated on that $33.05. Super is not deducted from your pay; it is an additional contribution by your employer.

Project Coordinator Salary: Hourly to Annual Guide for 2026-27

Based on 38 hours per week, a project coordinator earning $35 per hour would have an annual salary of $69,160 before tax and super, with super paid on top.

Understanding the Project Coordinator Salary

When you're looking at a project coordinator salary, it helps to know how hourly rates translate to annual figures, and what additional payments like casual loading and super mean for your take-home pay. This guide uses the latest figures from the Fair Work Commission and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to give you a clear picture for 2026-27.

National Minimum Wage and Award Rates

The national minimum wage from 1 July 2026 is $26.44 per hour, or $1004.90 per week for a 38-hour week, according to the. However, most project coordinators are covered by a modern award, such as the Clerks—Private Sector Award or the Professional Employees Award. These awards set higher minimum rates based on classification and experience. You can find the exact rates in the Modern Awards Pay Database from the Fair Work Commission.

If you are not covered by an award, the national minimum wage applies. For casual employees, a 25% loading is added, making the minimum casual rate $33.05 per hour (as confirmed by the Fair Work Ombudsman).

Converting Hourly to Annual: The Formula

To convert an hourly rate to an annual salary, use this simple formula:

Annual gross pay = hourly rate × hours per week × 52

We assume a standard full-time week of 38 hours. For example:

At $26.44 per hour: $26.44 × 38 × 52 = $52,254.80 per year
At $35 per hour (a typical project coordinator rate): $35 × 38 × 52 = $69,160 per year

For fortnightly pay, multiply your weekly pay by 2. Using the $35 rate: weekly pay is $1,330, so fortnightly is $2,660 before tax.

Casual Loading and Super Paid on Top

If you work as a casual project coordinator, you receive a 25% loading instead of paid leave. This loading is added to your base rate. For example, if your award rate is $30 per hour, the casual rate becomes $37.50 per hour. Important: When using our timesheet, never enter a rate that already includes casual loading; use the base rate and tick the casual loading checkbox.

Superannuation guarantee (12% from 1 July 2026) is paid on top of your ordinary earnings, including any casual loading. So if your casual rate is $33.05 per hour, your employer contributes an additional $3.97 per hour to super (12% of $33.05). Super is not deducted from your pay; it's an extra contribution up to the maximum contribution base of $270,830 per year. For more details, see our guide on super and packaging.

Tax and Take-Home Pay

Your annual gross pay is subject to income tax and the Medicare levy. For 2026-27, the resident tax rates are:

Nil on the first $18,200
15% on income from $18,201 to $45,000
30% on income from $45,001 to $135,000
37% on income from $135,001 to $190,000
45% on income above $190,000

Plus a Medicare levy of 2% (using 2025-26 single reduction thresholds as 2026-27 thresholds are not yet confirmed). For a project coordinator earning $69,160 per year, the estimated tax would be around $11,667 plus Medicare $1,383, leaving a take-home of about $56,110. Use our take-home pay tool for a precise estimate.

Benchmarking with Average Earnings

The Australian Bureau of Statistics reports that full-time adult ordinary time earnings were $2,083.70 per week in May 2026, which equates to about $108,352 per year (38 hours). This is a useful benchmark for senior project coordinator roles. However, entry-level or junior positions may be closer to the national minimum wage or award rates. Always check the relevant award or use the job pay resources to find your correct minimum.

Using the Timesheet Tool

Our timesheet allows you to enter your base hourly rate and optionally add 25% casual loading. It then calculates your weekly, fortnightly, and annual pay, plus estimated super and tax. Remember: the annual figure assumes you work the same hours every week with no unpaid overtime, penalty rates, or allowances. For award-specific rates, refer to our pay guides or reference tables.

Summary

Understanding your project coordinator salary means knowing the minimum wage floor, your award classification, and how casual loading and super interact. The formula hourly × 38 × 52 gives a quick annual estimate, but always verify with official sources like the Fair Work Ombudsman and Fair Work Commission. Use our tools to see your full picture, including tax and super.