Heavy Diesel Mechanic

A Heavy Diesel Mechanic carries out repairs and maintenance on diesel motors. You’ll specialise in heavy vehicles and will also work with transmissions, brakes, steering systems and suspensions. Heavy Diesel Mechanics identify problem issues, replace parts and fix faults. You might be employed in a workshop that services heavy vehicles or for an employer with many heavy vehicles such as mining companies or transport providers.

Heavy Diesel Mechanics should have strong technical skills and be able to adapt their skills to suit a range of circumstances. It’s important that you have good attention to detail and can find suitable solutions to mechanical problems. Heavy Diesel Mechanics must be able to communicate well and work as part of a team.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $104,000
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a heavy diesel mechanic?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
AUR31120

Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
3 - 48 months
$0 - $23,562
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
AUR40216

Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
5 - 24 months
$0 - $18,000
  • Must have completed an automotive mechanical Certificate III qualification, or be able to demonstrate equivalent competency.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Must have completed an automotive mechanical Certificate III qualification, or be able to demonstrate equivalent competency.
  • Must have completed an automotive mechanical Certificate III qualification, or be able to demonstrate equivalent competency.
Additional requirements may apply.
AUR31220

Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology

Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
3 - 4 years
$0 - $27,343
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
AUR50216

Diploma of Automotive Technology

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
5 - 24 months
$0 - $16,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
AUR20520

Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology (Heavy Vehicle Servicing)

On Campus
1 year
$1,454
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Diesel Mechanic Heavy Diesel Mechanic
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