AU$67,340
Avg. Base Salary (AUD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (AUD)
10%
A$42k
MEDIAN
A$67k
90%
A$130k
The average salary for a Small Business Owner / Operator is AU$67,340
Base Salary
AU$42k - AU$130k
Bonus
AU$983 - AU$32k
Profit Sharing
AU$102 - AU$97k
Total Pay
AU$48k - AU$146k
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What Do Small Business Owner / Operators Do?
Small Business Owner / Operator Tasks
- Oversee company operations, directing production, sales, administrative, and/or distribution activities.
- Oversee and/or assist with personnel management, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation.
- Oversee and/or assist with client acquisition and marketing strategies.
- Develop and/or assist with company-wide policies, procedures, objectives, and business strategies.
- Direct and review financial activities, measuring productivity, setting prices, and/or managing budgets.
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Gender Breakdown
Female
51.5%
Male
48.5%
This data is based on 33 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
Common Health Benefits
Medical
4%
None