- Randstad is on the lookout for a hands-on Diesel Mechanic / Diesel Fitter to keep the big gear turning for some of Tasmania’s most respected civil companies. If you thrive on tackling heavy machinery head-on and want to be part of a crew that values your skill sets, this is your chance to step into something solid.About the ClientOur clients aren't just about machines and projects — they put their crews first. They’re well known for looking after their teaRandstad is on the lookout for a hands-on Diesel Mechanic / Diesel Fitter to keep the big gear turning for some of Tasmania’s most respected civil companies. If you thrive on tackling heavy machinery head-on and want to be part of a crew that values your skill sets, this is your chance to step into something solid.About the ClientOur clients aren't just about machines and projects — they put their crews first. They’re well known for looking after their tea
- Client Benefits:Competitive hourly rate: from $57.50 per hour + shift loading.Monday to Friday set shifts - finish early on Fridays!Multinational company & one of the world's largest recycling, service and water companies.Penalty rates if worked.Wingfield Location.Temporary role with potential to transition to permanent role (pending performance).Supportive team and well-maintained workshop facility.Quality tools provided, inclusive culture, team activitieClient Benefits:Competitive hourly rate: from $57.50 per hour + shift loading.Monday to Friday set shifts - finish early on Fridays!Multinational company & one of the world's largest recycling, service and water companies.Penalty rates if worked.Wingfield Location.Temporary role with potential to transition to permanent role (pending performance).Supportive team and well-maintained workshop facility.Quality tools provided, inclusive culture, team activitie
- Heavy Vehicle Diesel MechanicLocation: Hume, ACTStatus: Permanent PositionHours: Full-Time OpportunityThe RoleJoin a high-energy team based at our Hume facility and play a vital role in keeping the ACT clean, sustainable, and moving. We are seeking a reliable, safety-focused Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic to maintain, service, and repair our modern fleet of waste management vehicles. If you enjoy workshop stability, working on heavy-duty equipment, and finiHeavy Vehicle Diesel MechanicLocation: Hume, ACTStatus: Permanent PositionHours: Full-Time OpportunityThe RoleJoin a high-energy team based at our Hume facility and play a vital role in keeping the ACT clean, sustainable, and moving. We are seeking a reliable, safety-focused Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic to maintain, service, and repair our modern fleet of waste management vehicles. If you enjoy workshop stability, working on heavy-duty equipment, and fini
- Tradesperson (Light Vehicle Mechanic) | Immediate Start | LauncestonLocation: Launceston (Workshop based with local field travel if required)Work Type: Full Time ContractImmediate Start | Competitive Rates + Benefits | Tier 1 CompanyAbout the RoleAre you looking to take the next step in your trade career, work on a diverse commercial fleet, and play a vital role in keeping major civil operations moving safely?Randstad is a proud partner to leading Tier 1Tradesperson (Light Vehicle Mechanic) | Immediate Start | LauncestonLocation: Launceston (Workshop based with local field travel if required)Work Type: Full Time ContractImmediate Start | Competitive Rates + Benefits | Tier 1 CompanyAbout the RoleAre you looking to take the next step in your trade career, work on a diverse commercial fleet, and play a vital role in keeping major civil operations moving safely?Randstad is a proud partner to leading Tier 1
- This opportunity is in a growing QLD-based industrial pump solutions business. Operating within an ISO-certified framework for Safety, Quality, and Environment, this company has established a market-leading reputation over the last 20 years. They are a trusted partner to major councils, utilities (like Urban Utilities and Seqwater), and private infrastructure giants. The Role: Due to a strong pipeline of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, we areThis opportunity is in a growing QLD-based industrial pump solutions business. Operating within an ISO-certified framework for Safety, Quality, and Environment, this company has established a market-leading reputation over the last 20 years. They are a trusted partner to major councils, utilities (like Urban Utilities and Seqwater), and private infrastructure giants. The Role: Due to a strong pipeline of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, we are
- Ready to trade the same old boring grind for a high-performing gig with a national leader? We are a premier environmental and waste services provider, and our St Marys workshop is buzzing. We’re looking for a skilled Diesel Mechanic to keep our diverse, heavy-vehicle fleet running smooth, safe, and strictly compliant.If you like managing your own day, solving mechanical puzzles, and working in a modern space where you actually have room to park your car -Ready to trade the same old boring grind for a high-performing gig with a national leader? We are a premier environmental and waste services provider, and our St Marys workshop is buzzing. We’re looking for a skilled Diesel Mechanic to keep our diverse, heavy-vehicle fleet running smooth, safe, and strictly compliant.If you like managing your own day, solving mechanical puzzles, and working in a modern space where you actually have room to park your car -
- Heavy Vehicle Mechanics: Drive Your Career with Brisbane City CouncilJoin Queensland's leading transport employer! We're seeking multiple skilled Heavy Vehicle Mechanics to become integral members of our Public Transport Services Team. This critical role involves maintaining, servicing, and repairing Brisbane's massive bus fleet at Willawongs Depot. Enjoy a dynamic, challenging workshop environment where your expertise ensures the city keeps moving. Key RHeavy Vehicle Mechanics: Drive Your Career with Brisbane City CouncilJoin Queensland's leading transport employer! We're seeking multiple skilled Heavy Vehicle Mechanics to become integral members of our Public Transport Services Team. This critical role involves maintaining, servicing, and repairing Brisbane's massive bus fleet at Willawongs Depot. Enjoy a dynamic, challenging workshop environment where your expertise ensures the city keeps moving. Key R
- Are you looking to move away from the tools on rough construction sites or unpredictable domestic tracking? We are currently seeking a qualified Maintenance Electrician to join the Facilities Management team at a premier Government Health Precinct in Chermside.This position offers a stable, long-term temp-to-perm pathway. Prove your technical skills on-site and transition into a permanent public sector career with long-term security.The Package & PerksHighAre you looking to move away from the tools on rough construction sites or unpredictable domestic tracking? We are currently seeking a qualified Maintenance Electrician to join the Facilities Management team at a premier Government Health Precinct in Chermside.This position offers a stable, long-term temp-to-perm pathway. Prove your technical skills on-site and transition into a permanent public sector career with long-term security.The Package & PerksHigh
- A company that manufactures and sells Recycling Machinery is in growth and they are now seeking a Trades Assistant / Service Technician that will be installing and maintaining the equipment.Location: HendraResponsibilities:Maintain and repair the recycling equipment (including conveyors)Assist in the installation and manufacturing of the machines40% of the time you will be working in the Workshop and 60% of the time you will be travelling (Service TechniciA company that manufactures and sells Recycling Machinery is in growth and they are now seeking a Trades Assistant / Service Technician that will be installing and maintaining the equipment.Location: HendraResponsibilities:Maintain and repair the recycling equipment (including conveyors)Assist in the installation and manufacturing of the machines40% of the time you will be working in the Workshop and 60% of the time you will be travelling (Service Technici
- Multiple Automotive Opportunities – Join a growing Dealership team!We are partnering with a well respected and growing dealership located in Hobart. Due to significant growth, including the exciting launch of brand new lines, we are currently recruiting for multiple permanent, full-time roles to join their successful dealership team.If you are looking for a supportive team culture and build a financially rewarding career, this is your chance to take your nMultiple Automotive Opportunities – Join a growing Dealership team!We are partnering with a well respected and growing dealership located in Hobart. Due to significant growth, including the exciting launch of brand new lines, we are currently recruiting for multiple permanent, full-time roles to join their successful dealership team.If you are looking for a supportive team culture and build a financially rewarding career, this is your chance to take your n
- Heavy Vehicle Mechanics: Drive Your Career with Brisbane City Council [Toowong Wokshops] Join Queensland's leading transport employer! We're seeking multiple skilled Heavy Vehicle Mechanics to become integral members of our Public Transport Services Team. This critical role involves maintaining, servicing, and repairing Brisbane's bus fleet at Toowong Workshops. Enjoy a dynamic, challenging workshop environment where your expertise ensures the city keepsHeavy Vehicle Mechanics: Drive Your Career with Brisbane City Council [Toowong Wokshops] Join Queensland's leading transport employer! We're seeking multiple skilled Heavy Vehicle Mechanics to become integral members of our Public Transport Services Team. This critical role involves maintaining, servicing, and repairing Brisbane's bus fleet at Toowong Workshops. Enjoy a dynamic, challenging workshop environment where your expertise ensures the city keeps
- IntroductionAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent position in the highly sought-after mining sector. If you've always been passionate about gaining experience and knowledge with one of the world's largest mining and processing operations, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.All trade applicants are required to relocate to the Centre of Queensland, Town of Mount Isa. Shift: 12 hour shifts BenefitsMount Isa Mines is one of the world'IntroductionAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent position in the highly sought-after mining sector. If you've always been passionate about gaining experience and knowledge with one of the world's largest mining and processing operations, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.All trade applicants are required to relocate to the Centre of Queensland, Town of Mount Isa. Shift: 12 hour shifts BenefitsMount Isa Mines is one of the world'
- Are you a domestic sparky looking for exceptional pay, stability, and a consistent field run? We are currently seeking a qualified Residential Maintenance Electrician to join a major building and asset services team based out of Molendinar.This position offers a premium hourly rate on a highly secure, long-term contract running from 20 July 2026 to 8 January 2027, with a strong possibility of contract extension based on performance and site requirements.ThAre you a domestic sparky looking for exceptional pay, stability, and a consistent field run? We are currently seeking a qualified Residential Maintenance Electrician to join a major building and asset services team based out of Molendinar.This position offers a premium hourly rate on a highly secure, long-term contract running from 20 July 2026 to 8 January 2027, with a strong possibility of contract extension based on performance and site requirements.Th
- Are you a domestic sparky looking for exceptional pay, stability, and a consistent field run? We are currently seeking a qualified Residential Maintenance Electrician to join a major building and asset services team based out of Eagle Farm.This position offers a premium hourly rate on a highly secure contract starting immediately through to 2 October 2026, with a very high likelihood of contract extension or permanent transition, based on performance and sAre you a domestic sparky looking for exceptional pay, stability, and a consistent field run? We are currently seeking a qualified Residential Maintenance Electrician to join a major building and asset services team based out of Eagle Farm.This position offers a premium hourly rate on a highly secure contract starting immediately through to 2 October 2026, with a very high likelihood of contract extension or permanent transition, based on performance and s
- Join Our Team: Production OperatorsWe are currently facing a unique "problem" — we’re growing faster than we can promote! Because we have a deficit of internal candidates for our Machine Operator (Automs) positions, we are opening the doors for direct external hires.This isn't your standard assembly line role. This is a position designed for those who have a knack for mechanics and want a clear, structured path to a permanent career.The OpportunityYou willJoin Our Team: Production OperatorsWe are currently facing a unique "problem" — we’re growing faster than we can promote! Because we have a deficit of internal candidates for our Machine Operator (Automs) positions, we are opening the doors for direct external hires.This isn't your standard assembly line role. This is a position designed for those who have a knack for mechanics and want a clear, structured path to a permanent career.The OpportunityYou will
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mechanic jobs overview
On this page, you will find a list of our current mechanic jobs and an overview of the typical responsibilities and expectations of a mechanic. You can compare and filter relevant mechanic positions based on specialism, location and salary to find your ideal job match.
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mechanic jobs contract types
Some of the contract types available for mechanic jobs include:
- mechanic jobs - contract: in a contract mechanic role, you have the flexibility of working for a specific, fixed term. Contract mechanic jobs are a good way to determine if the role is a good fit.
- mechanic jobs - temporary: in a temporary position, you are not tied to one employer indefinitely. You work only a few months but have an opportunity to gain valuable skills and work experience.
- mechanic jobs - permanent: in a permanent position, the role doesn’t have a specific end date. You enjoy job security and a reliable income until retirement or resignation.
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about mechanic jobs
Mechanic jobs involve working with your hands on heavyweight or lightweight machines. Your job is to establish the repairs needed and the parts required to assemble machinery. Some of your duties as a mechanic include bolting, riveting, welding or brazing mechanical parts when replacing worn or defective parts.
Would you like to know more about this job? Then check out the mechanic job profile page.
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how much does a mechanic make in Australia?
You will find more information on the mechanic salary on the mechanic job profile page. You can also find the salary for each specific job shown here if you click on the description.
how to apply for mechanic jobs
If you are ready to apply for a mechanic job, take a look at our jobs list, filter to your preference and apply directly. If you require any further assistance applying for a role, feel free to contact your nearest Randstad office and a member of the team will be happy to point you in the right direction.
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how do I apply for a job as a mechanic?
If you are interested in becoming a mechanic, a university degree or an apprenticeship is a great place to begin. For information on the qualifications and relevant education needed for the role, see the 'education and qualifications' section of our mechanic job profile.
You require at least an apprenticeship to work as a mechanic. Gain foundational skills in the automotive industry with a Certificate II in automotive servicing technology and join an apprenticeship. After three to four years of apprenticeship, get a tradesperson certificate or a motor vehicle repair licence from an Australian registered trade organisation (RTO) in your state or territory.
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does randstad have any tips on how to search for mechanic jobs?
If you can’t find the perfect role for you listed on this page, you’re able to keep up-to-date by using our notification option to alert you when suitable roles become available. Simply enter your details, and as soon as a new mechanic job is available that meets your criteria, you will be informed instantly.