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A TCF Mechanic repairs and maintains equipment used in the textiles, clothing and footwear industry. You’ll diagnose faults and replace parts or you might carry out scheduled maintenance when required. TCF Mechanics may have their own business or work for a specialist organisation or manufacturer.
TCF Mechanics should have excellent technical skills and should be able to adapt their abilities to suit a range of situations. You must be able to multitask and prioritise your tasks when needed. Communication skills are important and you’ll need to be able to work as part of a team.
There is one course available for people who want to become a TCF Mechanic.
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The LMT31909 Certificate III in Engineering - TCF Mechanic will teach you how to operate, repair, calibrate, and maintain TCF production tools and machinery. This hands-on course is recognised by textile, clothing and footwear production employers right across Australia. The course covers: workplace safety, computations and measurements, computing technologies, machine setting and operations, machine shutdown and isolation, precision work, machine levelling and alignment. Enquire now for the full list of technical units, graduation outcomes, and enrolment centres near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
In Australia, a full time TCF Mechanic generally earns $1,250 per week ($65,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this industry has decreased over the last five years. There are currently 1,700 people employed in this field and many of them specialise as a TCF Mechanic. TCF Mechanics may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re interested in a career as a TCF Mechanic, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Engineering – TCF Mechanic. This course will give you the skills to operate, repair, calibrate and maintain TCF production tools and machinery. You’ll cover a range of topics including computing technologies, machine setting and operations, machine shutdown and isolation, precision work and machine levelling and alignment.
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Here are some potential career pathways within textiles, clothing and footwear. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Textiles, Clothing and Footwear
Leather Worker
$960 weekly pay
Sewing Machinist
Curtain Installer
$1,150 weekly pay
Curtain Maker
Pattern Maker
$1,250 weekly pay
Sail Maker
TCF Mechanic
Textile Designer
Upholsterer
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