# Data Governance Specialist Salary in Australia

Data Governance Specialist
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offers exciting opportunities in the growing market of Australia. This role blends creative problem-solving with technical skills, providing competitive compensation packages.

Tax rateApprox. 32%DemandVery HighLast updated21 Jun 2026

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## Role overview

As a specialized Data Governance Specialist, the primary focus revolves around modernizing business paradigms and maximizing efficiency. This domain relies heavily on continuous iterative improvement, tool alignment, and direct execution paths.

## Annual Salary – 2026

High accuracy62 recent reports confirm data accuracy  ·  Upd: 21 Jun 2026

* PNG $89,100 Average Salary$53,400 - $70,300

Junior 0-2 years

$72,600 - $105,100

Mid-Level 3-5 years

$109,100 - $162,500

Senior 6+ years

### Earnings Breakdown

Estimated Take-Home Pay Expected monthly net income after localized tax deductions (approx. 32%) A$5,049 Hourly Rate Equivalent Based on standard 40-hour work week parameters A$27.84 - A$66.40 Annual Bonus Range Typical performance-based extra compensation A$8,910 - A$13,365 Equity & Stock Bonus Estimated capital compensation incentives Up to A$8,910

### Financial Planning & Budgets

Monthly Savings Target Recommended 33% baseline slice for future wealth security A$                        2,500 Retirement Contribution Target Recommended 12% allocation for long-term retirement accounts A$                        900 Maximum Housing Budget Suggested upper limit for monthly rent/mortgage and utilities Up to A$1,500 Emergency Safety Net Recommended 3 to 6 months liquidity cushion target A$22,275 - A$44,550

### Healthcare Infrastructure

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Universal state-subsidized healthcare infrastructure ecosystem. Core general medical accessibility metrics are entirely sustained via your dynamic localized tax bracket contributions (32%).

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## Salary Visualization

![Salary Distribution for Data Governance Specialist in Australia - July 2026](https://jobicy.com/api/jpgraph/chart.php?p10=53400&p25=72600&p50=89100&p75=105100&p90=162500&currency=A%24&currency_code=AUD&title=Data+Governance+Specialist&country=Australia)

![Salary Growth by Experience for Data Governance Specialist in Australia - July 2026](https://jobicy.com/api/jpgraph/experience_chart.php?j_avg=61850&m_avg=88850&s_avg=135800&currency=A%24&currency_code=AUD&title=Data+Governance+Specialist&country=Australia)

![Monthly Salary Breakdown for Data Governance Specialist in Australia - July 2026](https://jobicy.com/api/jpgraph/pie_chart.php?taxes=2376&savings=2457&retirement=898&housing=1485&disposable=207&currency=A%24&currency_code=AUD&title=Data+Governance+Specialist&country=Australia)

## 12-Month Salary Trend

Over the past 12 months, the average compensation for Data Governance Specialist roles in Australia has increased by 2.4%. The estimated average salary moved from A$87,000 in Aug 2025 to A$89,100 as of Jul 2026.

### Historical Salary Data Table

Time PeriodAverage Salary (Annual)Hourly Rate (Range)Jul 2026  A$89,100   A$28 - A$66 Jun 2026  A$89,900   A$28 - A$67 May 2026  A$89,600   A$28 - A$67 Apr 2026  A$89,100   A$28 - A$66 Mar 2026  A$88,000   A$28 - A$66 Feb 2026  A$88,200   A$28 - A$66 Jan 2026  A$87,000   A$27 - A$65 Dec 2025  A$87,900   A$27 - A$66 Nov 2025  A$87,400   A$27 - A$65 Oct 2025  A$86,800   A$27 - A$65 Sep 2025  A$85,900   A$27 - A$64 Aug 2025  A$87,000   A$27 - A$65

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## Education Requirements

Master's degree or Bachelor's in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, or Computer Science

### Professional Certifications

SAS Certified Big Data Professional

### Training & Development

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Leadership development programs
*     Regular code reviews and feedback sessions

## Required Skills

### Core Skills

Problem-solving Data Ingestion Architecture Information Security Awareness Self-Management Time Management

### Trending Skills

Data Warehousing Automation

### Emerging Skills

Feature Stores Digital Workflows AI-Driven Analytics Cross-functional Sync Decentralized Data Assetization Real-time Analytics Processing
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## Specifics

### Work Environment

100% remote with highly flexible scheduling structures

### Tools

Airflow Loom Basecamp

### Collaboration

Results-oriented collaboration models prioritizing written transparency

### Time Zones

Flexible allocation tracking with custom overlap for Asia-Pacific timelines (SGT/AEST)

## Benefits

### Common Benefits

Remote Work Options    Flexible Hours    Home Office Allowance    High-end Hardware Budget    Learning & Development Stipend

### Additional Benefits

Mental Health Support    Coworking Space Access    Internet Allowance

## Market Trends * PNG

### Demand

Very High

### Growth Rate

25% annual growth

### Remote Work

Availability: Very High

Trend: Integration of wellness programs and mental health support specifically designed for remote workers

#### Job Platforms

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#### Key Industries

IoT Cloud Computing Finance Automotive Tech Blockchain Clean Tech Healthcare

## Cross-Country Pay Scale

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Explore Data Governance Specialist salaries worldwide. Below you'll find a comparison of average annual compensation in different countries relative to the base rate in Australia ($89,100).

[![Spain flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/es.svg) Spain$43,000 52% lower](https://jobicy.com/salaries/es/data-governance-specialist.md) [![UAE flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/ae.svg) UAE$71,000 20% lower](https://jobicy.com/salaries/ae/data-governance-specialist.md) [![France flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/fr.svg) France$56,000 37% lower](https://jobicy.com/salaries/fr/data-governance-specialist.md) [![United Kingdom flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/gb.svg) United Kingdom$83,000 7% lower](https://jobicy.com/salaries/uk/data-governance-specialist.md) [![Austria flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/at.svg) Austria$53,000 41% lower](https://jobicy.com/salaries/at/data-governance-specialist.md) [![United States flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/usa.svg) United States$100,000 12% higher](https://jobicy.com/salaries/usa/data-governance-specialist.md) [![Canada flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/ca.svg) Canada$86,000 3% lower](https://jobicy.com/salaries/ca/data-governance-specialist.md) [![Netherlands flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/nl.svg) Netherlands$77,000 14% lower](https://jobicy.com/salaries/nl/data-governance-specialist.md) [![Hong Kong flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/hk.svg) Hong Kong$68,000 24% lower](https://jobicy.com/salaries/hk/data-governance-specialist.md) [![Belgium flag](https://cloud.jobicy.com/nyc4-cold/img/flags/be.svg) Belgium$62,000 30% lower](https://jobicy.com/salaries/be/data-governance-specialist.md)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the average Data Governance Specialist salary in Australia?

The average salary for a Data Governance Specialist in Australia is $89,100 per year. Entry-level positions (Junior Level) start near $53,400 - $70,300, while experienced professionals (Senior Level) can earn up to $109,100 - $162,500.

### What skills are required for a Data Governance Specialist role?

Core skills include Problem-solving, Data Ingestion Architecture, Information Security Awareness, Self-Management. Trending industrial skills are Data Warehousing, Automation, while key emerging skills focus heavily on Feature Stores, Digital Workflows, AI-Driven Analytics.

### What is the job market outlook for Data Governance Specialists?

The job market currently shows a Very High demand trajectory with a 25% annual growth trend factor. Remote availability remains active across modern employment hubs, primarily within sectors like IoT, Cloud Computing, Finance, Automotive Tech.

### What benefits are typically offered to Data Governance Specialists in Australia?

Common base benefits generally encompass Remote Work Options, Flexible Hours, Home Office Allowance, High-end Hardware Budget. Additional remote allowances and workspace bonuses frequently include elements like Mental Health Support, Coworking Space Access, Internet Allowance.

### What roles are similar to Data Governance Specialist?

Positions sharing overlapping technical responsibilities and operational workflows include Contract Data Governance Specialist, Data Governance Specialist Specialist, Remote Data Governance Specialist, Junior Data Governance Specialist. These paths offer alternative vertical career progression steps within distributed ecosystems.

### What is the hourly rate for Data Governance Specialists in Australia?

Calculated against standard full-time operational hours, Data Governance Specialists typically average between A$27.84 and A$66.40 per hour. Actual contractual rates vary by platform scale and specific niche mastery.

### What are the core and trending skills for Data Governance Specialists?

Fundamental foundational competencies focus on Problem-solving, Data Ingestion Architecture, Information Security Awareness. To remain optimized for modern digital hiring cycles, candidates must actively integrate trending stacks like Data Warehousing, Automation alongside advanced systems like Feature Stores, Digital Workflows, AI-Driven Analytics.

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(approximately 32%),
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