Plant Mechanic

A Plant Mechanic conducts repairs and maintenance on heavy machinery such as agricultural or industrial equipment. You’ll perform routine servicing and conduct inspections and you may have to source replacement parts when required. Plant Mechanics may specialise in a particular type of work such as a hydraulic technician or a pneumatic technician. You might spend most of your day in a workshop or may have to attend to plant equipment on site.

Plant Mechanics should be highly skilled and able to adapt their skills to a range of machinery and equipment. You’ll need to be a good problem solver and be able to sort out issues quickly. Plant Mechanics work as part of a larger team so communication is important. You’ll need to be able to follow directions and work on location when required.

 

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $59,020
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a plant mechanic?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
RII30820

Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations

On Campus
7 - 12 months
$0 - $9,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
52857WA

Advanced Diploma of Plant Engineering

Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
MEM40119

Certificate IV in Engineering

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 48 months
$0 - $30,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
MEM50119

Diploma of Engineering – Advanced Trade

Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
24 months
$0 - $25,110
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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