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House Manager Jobs in Perth, WA

A$55–A$94 an hour · Full-time, flexible hours

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House Manager jobs in Perth, WA typically pay A$55–A$94 an hour (about A$9,500–A$16,250 a month full time). Both live-in and live-out positions are offered, with a usual schedule of full-time, flexible hours. Employers ask for household or hospitality management experience and a national police check and. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in Perth.

Typical pay
A$55–A$94
per hour
Full-time monthly
A$9,500–A$16,250
about 40 hours a week
Live-in
Sometimes
accommodation provided
Schedule
Full-time
flexible hours
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Open house manager positions in Perth

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About house manager jobs in Perth

House Manager jobs in Perth, WA are household positions: a house manager runs the whole household for a busy family, from staff and suppliers to budgets, events and maintenance. Families hiring in Perth range from young professionals in the city centre to established households across Greater Perth.

Perth is known for mining, LNG, engineering, and defence shipbuilding, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as BHP, Rio Tinto, Woodside Energy, Fortescue, and WA Health. Perth manages the mining operations that supply close to 40% of the world's iron ore, and pays among Australia's highest trade salaries.

Main duties

  • Hire, schedule and supervise household staff
  • Manage budgets, suppliers and contractors
  • Plan events, travel and guests
  • Oversee maintenance and security of the property
  • Report to the family on household matters

House Manager pay in Perth

Household incomes in Perth are shaped by an average local salary of around A$100,000, which is why house manager pay here sits above the Australia average. Pay rises with experience, references, live-in flexibility and extra duties such as driving or cooking.

Household roles in PerthTypical pay ranges, per hour. House Manager highlighted.
House ManagerA$55–A$94
ButlerA$50–A$94
House CaretakerA$28–A$47
CleanerA$25–A$41
GovernessA$47–A$86
House Manager pay across AustraliaTypical ranges in the largest cities, per hour.
SydneyA$54–A$93
MelbourneA$52–A$90
BrisbaneA$52–A$89
PerthA$55–A$94

Indicative ranges for 2026 based on local salary levels and published household pay; individual offers vary.

A day as a house manager

Typical day — House ManagerAn example day — real schedules are agreed with each family.
  1. 8:00Staff briefing
  2. 10:00Suppliers & budget
  3. 12:00Service standards check
  4. 15:00Events & guests
  5. 18:00Daily report to family

Why work in Perth?

The local job market is growing at 3.6% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to Perth.

Perth is often described as “The World's Mining Headquarters City”, and its households expect a professional standard of service.

Requirements

What families ask for

  • Household or hospitality management experience
  • Leadership of teams
  • Budgeting and organisation skills
  • Excellent references and discretion

Working in Australia

  • Right to work in Australia: Workers must hold a visa with work rights; check eligibility through the government’s VEVO service.
  • Checks: employers usually ask for a national police check and, for roles with children, a state Working With Children Check; NDIS worker screening applies to some disability support roles.
  • Minimum pay: wages must meet the national minimum wage or the applicable award rate.
  • Contract: A written agreement covering hours, pay rates, penalty rates and leave is strongly recommended.

Live-in or live-out?

Most house manager roles in Perth are live-out, paid by the hour and booked for regular days. Ask whether travel time between homes, evenings or weekends are paid at a higher rate.

How to get hired

  1. Register

    Create your profile with your house manager experience, availability and references.

  2. Verification

    Complete Australia right-to-work and background checks.

  3. Interview & trial

    Meet the family and work a short, paid trial day.

  4. Contract & start

    Agree pay, hours and leave in writing before you start.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a house manager earn in Perth, WA?

House Manager jobs in Perth, WA typically pay A$55–A$94 an hour (about A$9,500–A$16,250 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.

Are there live-in house manager jobs in Perth?

Both live-in and live-out positions are offered. Most house manager roles in Perth are live-out, paid by the hour and booked for regular days.

What do I need to work as a house manager in Australia?

Employers ask for household or hospitality management experience, leadership of teams and a national police check and. You must also have the right to work in Australia.

What does a house manager do day to day?

A house manager runs the whole household for a busy family, from staff and suppliers to budgets, events and maintenance. Typical duties include hire, schedule and supervise household staff, manage budgets, suppliers and contractors, plan events, travel and guests.

How do I apply for house manager jobs in Perth on AvailJob?

Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in Perth hires for this role, you are matched and contacted.

What hours does a house manager work?

A typical schedule is full-time, flexible hours. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.