- We are looking for a skilled leading hand / diagnostic specialist. This isn't just a "wrenching" job, You will be the technical heartbeat of our shop. you will oversee a team of techs and apprentices, ensuring the highest quality of repair work and tackle the complex diagnostics that come into our shop. If you are a master of your craft who enjoys mentoring others and takes pride in a clean, efficient shop, we want to hear from you.Key ResponsibilitiesDiagWe are looking for a skilled leading hand / diagnostic specialist. This isn't just a "wrenching" job, You will be the technical heartbeat of our shop. you will oversee a team of techs and apprentices, ensuring the highest quality of repair work and tackle the complex diagnostics that come into our shop. If you are a master of your craft who enjoys mentoring others and takes pride in a clean, efficient shop, we want to hear from you.Key ResponsibilitiesDiag
- Are you a trade-qualified Mechanic looking to ditch the FIFO lifestyle and sleep in your own bed every night?Randstad is seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanic to join. Based at our clients workshop, this role offers the stability of Monday to Friday local work. Why Join the Townsville Team?True Local Work: This is a Townsville-based role focused on growing our city for current and future generations.Diverse Fleet: You will perform repairs and preventaAre you a trade-qualified Mechanic looking to ditch the FIFO lifestyle and sleep in your own bed every night?Randstad is seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanic to join. Based at our clients workshop, this role offers the stability of Monday to Friday local work. Why Join the Townsville Team?True Local Work: This is a Townsville-based role focused on growing our city for current and future generations.Diverse Fleet: You will perform repairs and preventa
- Randstad is on the lookout for a hands-on Diesel Mechanic / Diesel Fitter to keep the big gear turning. 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 client isn’t just about machines and projects — they put their people first. They’re well known for looking after their team, giving back to the community, and consistently delivRandstad is on the lookout for a hands-on Diesel Mechanic / Diesel Fitter to keep the big gear turning. 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 client isn’t just about machines and projects — they put their people first. They’re well known for looking after their team, giving back to the community, and consistently deliv
- Are you a trade-qualified Mechanic looking to ditch the FIFO lifestyle and sleep in your own bed every night?Randstad is seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanic to join. Based at our clients workshop, this role offers the stability of Monday to Friday local work. Why Join the Townsville Team?True Local Work: This is a Townsville-based role focused on growing our city for current and future generations.Diverse Fleet: You will perform repairs and preventaAre you a trade-qualified Mechanic looking to ditch the FIFO lifestyle and sleep in your own bed every night?Randstad is seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanic to join. Based at our clients workshop, this role offers the stability of Monday to Friday local work. Why Join the Townsville Team?True Local Work: This is a Townsville-based role focused on growing our city for current and future generations.Diverse Fleet: You will perform repairs and preventa
- Randstad is on the lookout for a hands-on Diesel Mechanic / Diesel Fitter to keep the big gear turning. 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 client isn’t just about machines and projects — they put their people first. They’re well known for looking after their team, giving back to the community, and consistently delivRandstad is on the lookout for a hands-on Diesel Mechanic / Diesel Fitter to keep the big gear turning. 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 client isn’t just about machines and projects — they put their people first. They’re well known for looking after their team, giving back to the community, and consistently deliv
- Heavy Vehicle MechanicAre you a skilled HV Mechanic or Diesel Fitter, looking for a stable role where you work on a variety of Equipment? Are you looking to gain experience in the Rail industry?Our client has a rare opening for someone to join their small team. They modify vehicles, like Land cruisers, Tractors, cranes and more to be used in rail maintenance and other applications. This is a Full time, permanent role that offers work-life balance, a stableHeavy Vehicle MechanicAre you a skilled HV Mechanic or Diesel Fitter, looking for a stable role where you work on a variety of Equipment? Are you looking to gain experience in the Rail industry?Our client has a rare opening for someone to join their small team. They modify vehicles, like Land cruisers, Tractors, cranes and more to be used in rail maintenance and other applications. This is a Full time, permanent role that offers work-life balance, a stable
- Are you a trade-qualified Light Vehicle Mechanic who is looking to step up to Heavy Diesel?Do you want to work on the world’s most advanced European and Japanese commercial truck brands?Tired of being just a number, and seeking a workshop culture where the average length of employment is over 10 years?Do you have a "diagnostics first" mindset and a desire to be trained by the best in the industry?If you are thinking ‘YES!’ to any of these questions, then kAre you a trade-qualified Light Vehicle Mechanic who is looking to step up to Heavy Diesel?Do you want to work on the world’s most advanced European and Japanese commercial truck brands?Tired of being just a number, and seeking a workshop culture where the average length of employment is over 10 years?Do you have a "diagnostics first" mindset and a desire to be trained by the best in the industry?If you are thinking ‘YES!’ to any of these questions, then k
- Join Brisbane City Council-One of Queensland's Leading Transport EmployersBrisbane City Council are seeking multiple Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join the Transport for Brisbane division. This critical role involves maintaining and servicing Brisbane's bus fleet across multiple depots.Role OverviewAs a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic with Brisbane City Council, you will be an integral part of our workshop team, responsible for the maintenance and repair of fleet vehicJoin Brisbane City Council-One of Queensland's Leading Transport EmployersBrisbane City Council are seeking multiple Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join the Transport for Brisbane division. This critical role involves maintaining and servicing Brisbane's bus fleet across multiple depots.Role OverviewAs a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic with Brisbane City Council, you will be an integral part of our workshop team, responsible for the maintenance and repair of fleet vehic
- Secure an Ongoing Role with a Global Leader in Sustainability!Join a world-renowned waste management team in Mascot. You’ll be performing essential maintenance and repairs on a modern fleet of waste collection vehicles to keep the community running smoothly.Location: Mascot. Easily accessible, with ample parking and public transport options nearby. Hourly Rate: Competitive Market Rates + Penalties & Overtime. Shifts Available: Monday to Friday | 10:00 AM –Secure an Ongoing Role with a Global Leader in Sustainability!Join a world-renowned waste management team in Mascot. You’ll be performing essential maintenance and repairs on a modern fleet of waste collection vehicles to keep the community running smoothly.Location: Mascot. Easily accessible, with ample parking and public transport options nearby. Hourly Rate: Competitive Market Rates + Penalties & Overtime. Shifts Available: Monday to Friday | 10:00 AM –
- We’re looking for a qualified and motivated Heavy Vehicle Mechanic for this top-tier trucks company in Bundaberg. As a key member of the technical team, you will be responsible for the maintenance, diagnostic repair, and servicing of the industry-leading Isuzu truck range (N, F, FX, and FY Series) as well as the fleet of Volvo heavy vehicles.You will work in a workshop with 12+ trades including heavy vehicle mechanics in a purpose-built facility equippedWe’re looking for a qualified and motivated Heavy Vehicle Mechanic for this top-tier trucks company in Bundaberg. As a key member of the technical team, you will be responsible for the maintenance, diagnostic repair, and servicing of the industry-leading Isuzu truck range (N, F, FX, and FY Series) as well as the fleet of Volvo heavy vehicles.You will work in a workshop with 12+ trades including heavy vehicle mechanics in a purpose-built facility equipped
- Are you a hands-on mechanical expert who thrives in a fast-paced, heavy-machinery environment?Our client, a leading national player in integrated recycling and resource management, is seeking a dedicated Mobile Plant Mechanic (Maintenance Service Technician) to join their team in Ipswich. There's the opportunity to The right candidate will become a Site Supervisor afterThe Role & Your ImpactYou will make sure the site's mobile fleet is operational, safe, aAre you a hands-on mechanical expert who thrives in a fast-paced, heavy-machinery environment?Our client, a leading national player in integrated recycling and resource management, is seeking a dedicated Mobile Plant Mechanic (Maintenance Service Technician) to join their team in Ipswich. There's the opportunity to The right candidate will become a Site Supervisor afterThe Role & Your ImpactYou will make sure the site's mobile fleet is operational, safe, a
- Randstad is currently seeking reliable, skilled trades people to join a world leading Tasmanian business. If you’re a Carpenter, Cabinet Maker, Glazier, Plumber, Painter Mechanic or boilermaker - we’d love to hear from you. This is a Monday to Thursday position. Enjoy a long weekend every week.About the roles;This is a hands-on, multi-skilled position suited to a qualified tradesperson. The exact scope of work will vary depending on your trade background (Randstad is currently seeking reliable, skilled trades people to join a world leading Tasmanian business. If you’re a Carpenter, Cabinet Maker, Glazier, Plumber, Painter Mechanic or boilermaker - we’d love to hear from you. This is a Monday to Thursday position. Enjoy a long weekend every week.About the roles;This is a hands-on, multi-skilled position suited to a qualified tradesperson. The exact scope of work will vary depending on your trade background (
- Diesel Mechanic | Heavy Hitter Roles | Tasmania WideSick of being just a number? Join the crews that actually keep Tasmania moving. We are partnering with the state’s leading civil giants who don’t just talk about "culture"—they live it.The OpportunityRandstad is hunting for trade-qualified Diesel Mechanics / Fitters who aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty on the big gear. Whether you prefer the steady hum of the workshop or the variety of field serviceDiesel Mechanic | Heavy Hitter Roles | Tasmania WideSick of being just a number? Join the crews that actually keep Tasmania moving. We are partnering with the state’s leading civil giants who don’t just talk about "culture"—they live it.The OpportunityRandstad is hunting for trade-qualified Diesel Mechanics / Fitters who aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty on the big gear. Whether you prefer the steady hum of the workshop or the variety of field service
- The OpportunityAn opportunity exists for a proven Service Technician to join their Rydalmere maintenance facility. You will be accountable for ensuring all overhauls, repairs, & testing are performed in a safe & efficient manner in accordance with company procedures.Location: Rydalmere, NSWRate: $45.00 Per Hour + Penalty Rates & SuperShift: Mon–Fri, 5am - 6:30am startsStatus: Immediate Starts (Ongoing to Permanent) Key Duties & Responsibilities:Overhaul,The OpportunityAn opportunity exists for a proven Service Technician to join their Rydalmere maintenance facility. You will be accountable for ensuring all overhauls, repairs, & testing are performed in a safe & efficient manner in accordance with company procedures.Location: Rydalmere, NSWRate: $45.00 Per Hour + Penalty Rates & SuperShift: Mon–Fri, 5am - 6:30am startsStatus: Immediate Starts (Ongoing to Permanent) Key Duties & Responsibilities:Overhaul,
- 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'
- Our client is the world-leader in the application of on-line real-time measurement technology for bulk materials. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Workshop Assistant to join their team based in Camden Park, a great opportunity for someone looking to further advance their skills. In this role the focus will be on following effective procedures to meet production deadlines. Ideally you will have worked within the Manufacturing industry in a similar rOur client is the world-leader in the application of on-line real-time measurement technology for bulk materials. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Workshop Assistant to join their team based in Camden Park, a great opportunity for someone looking to further advance their skills. In this role the focus will be on following effective procedures to meet production deadlines. Ideally you will have worked within the Manufacturing industry in a similar r
- Ready to dive into a crucial role maintaining vital water infrastructure across Australia? We're on the lookout for a skilled Service Technician, ideally an Electrician or Fitter with a Reconnect/Disconnect licence, to join our dedicated team. This is your chance to contribute to essential infrastructure and make a real difference.About the roleYou'll be the go-to for servicing and maintaining disinfection and chemical dosing systems. This involves everythReady to dive into a crucial role maintaining vital water infrastructure across Australia? We're on the lookout for a skilled Service Technician, ideally an Electrician or Fitter with a Reconnect/Disconnect licence, to join our dedicated team. This is your chance to contribute to essential infrastructure and make a real difference.About the roleYou'll be the go-to for servicing and maintaining disinfection and chemical dosing systems. This involves everyth
- The OpportunityJoin a global leader in the rail and transit sector at their modern Rydalmere workshop. We are looking for a hands-on Trade Assistant who is comfortable with mechanical disassembly. The kind of person who enjoys taking things apart to see how they work.Location: Rydalmere, NSWRate: $38.00 – $40.00/hr + Penalty RatesShift: Mon–Fri, 6:30am – 2:36pm (Ongoing to Permanent)Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with the disassembly, retrofitting, and reassemThe OpportunityJoin a global leader in the rail and transit sector at their modern Rydalmere workshop. We are looking for a hands-on Trade Assistant who is comfortable with mechanical disassembly. The kind of person who enjoys taking things apart to see how they work.Location: Rydalmere, NSWRate: $38.00 – $40.00/hr + Penalty RatesShift: Mon–Fri, 6:30am – 2:36pm (Ongoing to Permanent)Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with the disassembly, retrofitting, and reassem
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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.
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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
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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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